Laxed out rides

[sil3nt]

Anyone got a loser plate the girlfriend can use? Shes too lazy to get one.

[awa355]

Anyone got a loser plate the girlfriend can use? Shes too lazy to get one.

Make one, Yellow plastic, black tape. or better still, a plastic tie looped thru a no.plate hole then cut thru. " buggar, it has come off officer"

[Murray]

$2 shops have them

[insomnia01]

It's not good news for the wee white rocket (or not so rocket as what would have seemed to have contributed to the issue at hand).... looking at a top end rebuild now as one of the piston heads is damaged, but the concern then is that if the top gets rebuilt the bottom will get stressed and so why don’t we do that at the same time?

Good question I asked, why we don’t do that at the same time... so I'm waiting on prices now, good times... good times.

I would be looking at purchasing something else in the 250cc range OR wait till you have your full license & buy something bigger cause that little rocket will start to cost you a bit like it has already, where does it stop ?? It is a 89' model after all & personally I think your $$$$ is best spent else where....

[steve_t]

Anyone got a loser plate the girlfriend can use? Shes too lazy to get one.

She can have mine after my missus sits her 6R next week... provided she passes :msn-wink:

[sil3nt]

She can have mine after my missus sits her 6R next week... provided she passes :msn-wink:Thanks but Daniel Lamb has already sorted it for me.

[mikemike104]

Bummer - now its whetehr its worth it or get a new one with the costs. Feel real sorry for you!! Come have a beer tomorrow, sounds like you need one!!

I will not list what has already been done but having spent so much on it till now I'd feel a fool for not finishing it (leaving it not even running) Would come for a beer but no wheels remember.. :(


Man that sucks! Time for a new ride. Good time to buy.

Agree, plan is for me to have two bikes, one (white rocket for work and back and wife to ride and weekend bike for me) and it does seem a good time to buy for some reason, end of summer perhaps ??


I would be looking at purchasing something else in the 250cc range OR wait till you have your full license & buy something bigger cause that little rocket will start to cost you a bit like it has already, where does it stop ?? It is a 89' model after all & personally I think your $$$$ is best spent else where....

Wouldn't bother buying another 250 when I have one I have spent so much on... (at this stage, not knowing the minimum I must spend yet on whitey to make go). You are correct ! knowing where to stop may well be the issue here but with receipts to the tune of $2140.68 excluding purchase price of $2800 why stop now?

[Autech]

I will not list what has already been done but having spent so much on it till now I'd feel a fool for not finishing it (leaving it not even running) Would come for a beer but no wheels remember.. :(



Agree, plan is for me to have two bikes, one (white rocket for work and back and wife to ride and weekend bike for me) and it does seem a good time to buy for some reason, end of summer perhaps ??



Wouldn't bother buying another 250 when I have one I have spent so much on... (at this stage, not knowing the minimum I must spend yet on whitey to make go). You are correct ! knowing where to stop may well be the issue here but with receipts to the tune of $2140.68 excluding purchase price of $2800 why stop now?

Because it's a great big black hole you're throwing your cash down mate. For a full engine build you're looking at some serious coin. I'd suggest going to "The Engine Shop" direct if that is what you're wanting to do as they know their stuff.
Ball park I reckon they'll come back with over 3 grand to do the whole engine. It's about then that your 2140.68 shoots over 5k! There's an 08 Ninja for ya!
Pick up a second hand engine from somewhere, throw it in and hopefully she'll last ya for the rest of your license.

[mikemike104]

Because it's a great big black hole you're throwing your cash down mate. For a full engine build you're looking at some serious coin. I'd suggest going to "The Engine Shop" direct if that is what you're wanting to do as they know their stuff.
Ball park I reckon they'll come back with over 3 grand to do the whole engine. It's about then that your 2140.68 shoots over 5k! There's an 08 Ninja for ya!
Pick up a second hand engine from somewhere, throw it in and hopefully she'll last ya for the rest of your license.

The engine shop huh.. I'll look it up, cheers.

[slofox]

The engine shop huh.. I'll look it up, cheers.

Second the Engine Shop - great guys. They may even try to sell you a Ducati...

[Murray]

Ive reposted last weekends cruisey little ride to this weekend in the calendar. Also Chateau to Plateau is on , which some of the LOR group went on last year and enjoyed. If you are interested?

Saturday 29 Rain, possibly heavy at first, then clearing. Winds tending southwest.
Sunday 30 Fine. Southwest breezes

[slofox]

Ive reposted last weekends cruisey little ride to this weekend in the calendar. Also Chateau to Plateau is on , which some of the LOR group went on last year and enjoyed. If you are interested?

Saturday 29 Rain, possibly heavy at first, then clearing. Winds tending southwest.
Sunday 30 Fine. Southwest breezes

I'll see what else I have to do...

[awa355]

The engine shop huh.. I'll look it up, cheers.

Try bike busters in Ngaruawahia for another engine. I know where your coming from. Do you spend a bit more and have a runner, or quit now, lose what you have put into it and look to the future? Would I cut my losses and go for a newer bike? Honestly dont know.

[Murray]

Wouldn't bother buying another 250 when I have one I have spent so much on... (at this stage, not knowing the minimum I must spend yet on whitey to make go). You are correct ! knowing where to stop may well be the issue here but with receipts to the tune of $2140.68 excluding purchase price of $2800 why stop now?

Yeah I know the predicament - spend the money on a new engine and know that its going to last or if the engine is shot then the only value of the bike is as spare parts to someone. I would probably (and have done in the past) do up the engine knowing I'm going to keep the bike.

[sil3nt]

Try bike busters in Ngaruawahia for another engine. I know where your coming from. Do you spend a bit more and have a runner, or quit now, lose what you have put into it and look to the future? Would I cut my losses and go for a newer bike? Honestly dont know.They only do engine swaps. $1000 + your old engine gets you a 2nd hand engine.

[mikemike104]

They only do engine swaps. $1000 + your old engine gets you a 2nd hand engine.

And that's what I'm not keen on, as half the money already spent buy me has been in the engine itself (Camcain & tensioner, just to get started), this morning Honda Hamilton advised me I'm looking at about $900 in parts alone (pretty sure that's excluding a re-bore) and some parts are coming from Japan... so I will need to wait 3 weeks for those alone.

HH are providing me a full quote tomorrow, so will let you all know what the outcome will be.

[sil3nt]

And that's what I'm not keen on, as half the money already spent buy me has been in the engine itself (Camcain & tensioner, just to get started), this morning Honda Hamilton advised me I'm looking at about $900 in parts alone (pretty sure that's excluding a re-bore) and some parts are coming from Japan... so I will need to wait 3 weeks for those alone.

HH are providing me a full quote tomorrow, so will let you all know what the outcome will be.Find out what you need and what they are charging for each item and then see what you can find on the internet. Anything from Japan will generally cost a lot.

[Autech]

Find out what you need and what they are charging for each item and then see what you can find on the internet. Anything from Japan will generally cost a lot.

Yeah and dare I say it don't trust them at their word...

[mikemike104]

1700 odd it will cost me, thats a re-bore, two new pistons, new rings, new base, head & rocker cover gaskets, valve stem seals and more.

It's alot but it's worth it too me. :weird: I know.

[Murray]

Thats not to bad a price - just make sure they stick to it!!

Whose riding Sunday?? Not to long a ride dependent on how long we stop at Raglan for coffee?? Rides in the calendar

Saturday 29 Rain at first, clearing during the morning, then mostly fine. Southeasterlies tending southwest.
Sunday 30 Fine. Southwest breezes

[sil3nt]

1700 odd it will cost me, thats a re-bore, two new pistons, new rings, new base, head & rocker cover gaskets, valve stem seals and more.

It's alot but it's worth it too me. :weird: I know.That's not too bad. Go for it and keep the bike in the family! Should be good for another 20 years now :niceone:

I might have a new bike for Sunday....

[Autech]

You sure they've accounted all the labour into that? Good price man, still alot but if you think it's worth it then go hard, she'll be proper bitchin after that.

If I get time to get a wof on the Hyo i'll come on Sunday else I can't :(

[awa355]

I will be there with possibly one other bike.

[sil3nt]

You sure they've accounted all the labour into that? Good price man, still alot but if you think it's worth it then go hard, she'll be proper bitchin after that.

If I get time to get a wof on the Hyo i'll come on Sunday else I can't :(How far out is the WOF? If its only a few days then who cares!

[Murray]

Ride for new and experienced riders - We are not a race group and Tail End Charlie will ride to the pace of the slowest rider. As always our rides are a ride at your own pace ride and all resonsibility rests with you.

This is a shorter ride than previously up the back roads to Huntly, Heatherington Road to SH22, down SH22 to waingaro and through to Raglan for coffee. Not to long but good roads.

Anyone wants to suggest a ride or put one up they are more than welcome. Only committed ones in the near future will be the Okoroire MAG & ACC run 13th Feb, MAG Aria sponsor ride to Kaiuia or Paeroa Street races 20th Feb and the Ulysses Teddy beer run 27th Feb. Classic bikes are also at pukekohe 5-6 February

So whose coming? about 4-5 as far as I know but no-ones registered yet. Shouild be a great day

Tomorrow Sunday 30 Long sunny spells. Southwest winds.

[jmk]

Cant do it this weekend :(

[slofox]

So whose coming? about 4-5 as far as I know but no-ones registered yet. Shouild be a great day

Tomorrow Sunday 30 Long sunny spells. Southwest winds.

I'd register if I could get the stupid calendar to actually display tomorrow...:angry:

But failing that, yeah, count me in...

[Autech]

How far out is the WOF? If its only a few days then who cares!

Beginning of November lol, just been too busy to get it done lol. Poor bike.

[sil3nt]

So whose coming? about 4-5 as far as I know but no-ones registered yet. Shouild be a great day

Tomorrow Sunday 30 Long sunny spells. Southwest winds.Undecided. Im sure the girlfriend wants some practice on the GPX and shes not quite ready for a big ride yet.

[sil3nt]

Will try and show tomorrow with my new bike :D. Won't join the ride as the girlfriend wants practice.

[awa355]

What street is the hotel in? I wont be there for breakfast, but will yurn up about 10.

[JakeTehMuss]

Gonnna be wayyyyyy too hung over to ride tomorrwo :lol: :drinkup:
bUt i am planning a ride around the coro loop clockeways (weather/road condition dependent) to collect the <A HREF="http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/100865-Tag-o-rama!?p=1129946185#post1129946185">Daniel Lamb's tag</A> Any body welcom to join in on the monday 31-01-10.
leaving about 10am from Rototuna fuel station... or post up a good route to get to the Coromandel and back?

Love to alll!!!

[slofox]

Gonnna be wayyyyyy too hung over to ride tomorrwo :lol: :drinkup:
bUt i am planning a ride around the coro loop clockeways (weather/road condition dependent) to collect the <A HREF="http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/100865-Tag-o-rama!?p=1129946185#post1129946185">Daniel Lamb's tag</A> Any body welcom to join in on the monday 31-01-10.
leaving about 10am from Rototuna fuel station... or post up a good route to get to the Coromandel and back?

Love to alll!!!

How's ya head?

[Murray]

What street is the hotel in? I wont be there for breakfast, but will yurn up about 10.

Garnet ave off Te Rapa straight. Bit late now I suppose

[JakeTehMuss]

How's ya head?

:doh: I am never ever drinking again!!! :sick:

How was the ride today??

[slofox]

:doh: I am never ever drinking again!!! :sick: Until next time, huh?

How was the ride today??

The ride was excellent - one of the best I have been on - from my point of view anyway. Roads in good condition, not too much traffic apart from coming back from Raglan. Gazillions of bikes out and about.

[awa355]

It was a good ride. Did anyone notice the guy on the blue bike coming home? Sneakers, trackpants and a nylon windbreaker. Hope the young lady with the 250 Kwaka got the lights sorted.

[rideon]

.................. Hope the young lady with the 250 Kwaka got the lights sorted.

That comment alone will make her day :yes: Checked her fuses for her when we got home but they were ok. When I put it all back together , one of the lights decided to fire up. She needs two new bulbs I suspect.

[sil3nt]

Marie and I went off to huntly the same way as you folk (after practising some hill starts at the kingsgate carpark). Went to her parents house and got her dad out on his bike and did a small loop behind the power station before riding back to Hamilton. She has picked up riding nicely. I think she will come on the next ride.

Haven't had a chance to really test my new bike. All the riding has been done at 70-90kph so far. Couldn't walk after getting home.

[slofox]

It was a good ride. Did anyone notice the guy on the blue bike coming home? Sneakers, trackpants and a nylon windbreaker.

Yeah - I passed him at some point. Then saw him again on Ohaupo Road just as I reached home. He had gone right at Whatawhata onto Kakaramea Rd as I did but he must have cut up Koromatua Road whereas I went to Tuhikaramea Rd. I wondered how much protection the track pants had underneath...:whistle: Course he probably has steel skin.

Only blight on my day was copping a sting on the chin on the way home. Ran into some insect "thwack!" followed by a stab in the chin and the usual formic acid type stinging...lucky the neck roll was there to stop the little bugger doing a full job of it...

[JakeTehMuss]

Yea - I passed him at some point. Then saw him again on Ohaupo Road just as I reached home. He had gone right at Whatawhata onto Kakaramea Rd as I did but he must have cut up Koromatua Road whereas I went to Tuhikaramea Rd. I wondered how much protection the track pants had underneath...:whistle: Course he probably has steel skin.

Only blight on my day was copping a sting on the chin on the way home. Ran into some insect "thwack!" followed by a stab in the chin and the usual formic acid type stinging...lucky the neck roll was there to stop the little bugger doing a full job of it...

Lucky!! Riding home today i got a bumble bee down my jacket (only thing i dislike about Qmotos jacket is they have a loose neck), Little bugger got me twice before i managed to strip off all my tops on the road side :corn:

[slofox]

Lucky!! Riding home today i got a bumble bee down my jacket (only thing i dislike about Qmotos jacket is they have a loose neck), Wear a neckroll! Little bugger got me twice before i managed to strip off all my tops on the road side :corn:

It's always spectacular when that happens!

Years ago, in the days of half face helmets, (fullface weren't invented in the olden days) I had a wasp get stuck above my eyebrow between my forehead and the helmet. I think I still hold the world record for "fasteststopandremovalofhelmet".

[smoky]

Stings don't hurt ..........

"then there was the mad wasp who hitched a ride between my neck and helmet strap - mind you it only stung for a little while, then I didn't notice it any more because of my sore ribs ...... from smacking into the back of a car.":facepalm:

[ckai]

Stings don't hurt ..........

"then there was the mad wasp who hitched a ride between my neck and helmet strap - mind you it only stung for a little while, then I didn't notice it any more because of my sore ribs ...... from smacking into the back of a car.":facepalm:

hahah almost as bad as running into parked cars on a bicycle going up hills...twice...on the same hill. (Thank god it wasn't me)

[slofox]

hahah almost as bad as running into parked cars on a bicycle going up hills...twice...on the same hill. (Thank god it wasn't me)

I did that. Once. About 50 years ago.

[sil3nt]

Finally some photos of my new bike. I need to learn how to take better photos....

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[mikemike104]

BADASS !

Looks great :scooter: I bet it goes well !

[sil3nt]

BADASS !

Looks great :scooter: I bet it goes well !Yep goes nicely. 100kph in first gear :shit:
Haven't had a chance to hit any real corners though.

Little less orange a little more red this pic:
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[Autech]

A decent example!

[mikemike104]

Honda Hamilton have one for sale: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=341344576

...... tempted I am.... :facepalm:

[sil3nt]

Honda Hamilton have one for sale: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=341344576

...... tempted I am.... :facepalm:Wrong model! You want the NC30 not the NC24 :bleh: Or you could be really awesome and get the NC35 (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133624-Honda-RVF400-NC45-for-sale!)

Saw that bike today. Well only the back of it as it was parked up against a wall outside the workshop. Thought it was a customers bike so didn't go have a look.

You really need to test ride before you buy as the riding position is so much different to the GPX. Some dealers may let you test ride a bigger bike without the appropriate license depends on how well they know you.

[mikemike104]

Wrong model! You want the NC30 not the NC24 :bleh: Or you could be really awesome and get the NC35 (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133624-Honda-RVF400-NC45-for-sale!)

Saw that bike today. Well only the back of it as it was parked up against a wall outside the workshop. Thought it was a customers bike so didn't go have a look.

You really need to test ride before you buy as the riding position is so much different to the GPX. Some dealers may let you test ride a bigger bike without the appropriate license depends on how well they know you.

Cheers for the tip, after doing some research I see how the NC 24 & NC 30 are much different...

[Murray]

Anyone wanting to plan a ride for this weekend GO FOR IT. Personally I am looking at heading to the classic bikes meeting at Pukekohe. Leaving at 11.00 hopefully (have work to do).

Last Sunday trip to Raglan (via Heatherington Rd and SH22) was a great day. 164 kms but good roads and 9 bikes attending with 3 women riders. Nice pace throughout with no one really pushing it apart from the SUV Milan met coming around the corner on the wrong side of the road PHEW!!!

Watch out for the Aria charity ride or Paeroa races (20th Feb) and the Teddy Bear run (6-800 bikes) 28th Feb (I think)!!!

[sil3nt]

Just got back from a ride to raglan with Marie. Was good fun. Spending lots of money on gas though :facepalm:

[slofox]

Just got back from a ride to raglan with Marie. Was good fun. Spending lots of money on gas though :facepalm:

It'll go up any day now too...:devil2:

[Autech]

Honda Hamilton have one for sale: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=341344576

...... tempted I am.... :facepalm:

I had a look at that one the other day, looked a tad rough.

This Sunday if I'm not hungover (stag do on saturday) I'll definately be up for a ride, poor bike hasn't had a decent one in weeks

[insomnia01]

:
Stings don't hurt ..........

"then there was the mad wasp who hitched a ride between my neck and helmet strap - mind you it only stung for a little while, then I didn't notice it any more because of my sore ribs ...... from smacking into the back of a car.":facepalm:


Lucky!! Riding home today i got a bumble bee down my jacket (only thing i dislike about Qmotos jacket is they have a loose neck), Little bugger got me twice before i managed to strip off all my tops on the road side :corn:

many moons ago I was riding through the Manawatu gorge & got hit in the chest by a kamakazi duck I dont know who was more :shit::shit: me or the duck, anyways once I pulled over & got me breath back I went to hunt the little f*&^ker down alas a B train coming towards took care of the little fella :bye::bye: damn winded me for a few minutes for such a little guy, so sad to bad :violin::violin:

[insomnia01]

since we are on the subject of new rides heres my latest......

17tonnes of destruction :yes::yes:

[wysper]

now I know where to go if I need parts for my Harley :yes:

[insomnia01]

now I know where to go if I need parts for my Harley :yes:

I know where you can get good $$$$ for scrap metal :lol::killingme:2thumbsup:lol:

[wysper]

I know where you can get good $$$$ for scrap metal :lol::killingme:2thumbsup:lol:

:crybaby: everybody is so mean to me now I ride a Harley :violin:

....or it could be because I am an arse!

That must be fun driving that bohemouth around though, always thought it would be heaps of fun to play with one of those little bobcat things.

[insomnia01]

just your ride dude nothing else !! front end loaders are fun to drive even more so when the floor is wet you can get a bit of drifting going on, makes truck drives shit themselves when they see me making a bee line for them :shit::shit: it all comes down to throttle control & engine braking

[Qkchk]

You Waikato lot don't have a ride during the week?

[Autech]

Nope LOR meets on Sundays traditionally. Why's that?

[Qkchk]

Nope LOR meets on Sundays traditionally. Why's that?

In town on 2 wheels, was hoping to go out for a 'local ride'. Most other main centers have a mid-week ride. Im down here quite often but always in the car.

[Autech]

I see, Honda Hamilton do twilight rides on thursdays, haven't done one this year but if you get there quick enough (and if its on) you could be in. They're located on the north end of Angelsea St.

[Qkchk]

Nope LOR meets on Sundays traditionally. Why's that?

In town on 2 wheels, was hoping to go out for a 'local ride'. Most other main centers have a mid-week ride. Im down here quite often but always in the car.

[insomnia01]

In town on 2 wheels, was hoping to go out for a 'local ride'. Most other main centers have a mid-week ride. Im down here quite often but always in the car.

If I was in town I'd show you the sites but unfortunately I'm away till mid March, talk to Grant at HH & see if their still doing the mid week thing as mentioned by Autech

[Murray]

nyone out riding Sunday have a good one

Sunday 6
Mostly cloudy morning and evening, with a few drizzle patches. Fine spells during the afternoon. Westerlies

[HACHET]

In town on 2 wheels, was hoping to go out for a 'local ride'. Most other main centers have a mid-week ride. Im down here quite often but always in the car.

Hamilton Honda run an evening ride on thursdays, meet at 5.30 for about a 6 depart.

huge range of bikes and riders, went on one the other week excellent route around the back roads of waikato and finished at the pub.

[Warr]

Having a great time touring in the South Island.
Heading up the Molesworth road tomorrow. So if I dont come out . .thats where I'll be !

[carver]

Having a great time touring in the South Island.
Heading up the Molesworth road tomorrow. So if I dont come out . .thats where I'll be !

come out of what????

[Murray]

Make sure you book the Sunday off for the Mag charity ride 20th Feb (its in the calendar) and Ulysses Toyrun 27 th of Feb and Okoroire ACC sponsored run 13th March. Details to follow

Weather looks good for Sunday anyone want to suggest a ride???

[mikemike104]

Have been advised today to expect the bike back at the end of February :crybaby:

I was keen on both the Acc run ad Magnz ride too :angry:

On the upside, I'm going to buy an awesome little 89 Civic to rock around in for the mean time. Yay for being wheeled again, even if it has 2 too many.

[Murray]

ACC Run is 13 March so have it ready by then,, Did you get written quote???

[mikemike104]

ACC Run is 13 March so have it ready by then,, Did you get written quote???

Yup, got a written quote, why's that ?

[Quasievil]

Make sure you book the Sunday off for the Mag charity ride 20th Feb (its in the calendar)

good plannin its only the day of the Mobil 1 Battle of the streets Paeroa
sheeesh who decided that

[Murray]

good plannin its only the day of the Mobil 1 Battle of the streets Paeroa
sheeesh who decided that

MAG Auckland - heading Kaiuia way so can still drop in after lunch for a peek? You racing??

[Murray]

Yup, got a written quote, why's that ?

Just been stung a few times with a "we had to do that as well" quote and "this cost a bit extra" quote and a "it needed this as well when we looked into it, so we did it" quote.

I think if its in writing you can easily say this is what I asked for and this is what you said it would cost, anything over and above that tough luck!!

yahoo pub night :beer::beer::drinknsin:drinknsin

[ckai]

Just been stung a few times with a "we had to do that as well" quote and "this cost a bit extra" quote and a "it needed this as well when we looked into it, so we did it" quote.

I think if its in writing you can easily say this is what I asked for and this is what you said it would cost, anything over and above that tough luck!!

yahoo pub night :beer::beer::drinknsin:drinknsin

I think you can have a variation of +/- 10% but I could be thinking of an estimate. You think I'd know this, being involved in the invoicing side of things and getting it drummed into me at Uni. Obviously they didn't hit hard enough at uni :)

[mikemike104]

Just been stung a few times with a "we had to do that as well" quote and "this cost a bit extra" quote and a "it needed this as well when we looked into it, so we did it" quote.

I think if its in writing you can easily say this is what I asked for and this is what you said it would cost, anything over and above that tough luck!!

yahoo pub night :beer::beer::drinknsin:drinknsin

Agreed, Grant at HH is quite reasonable to deal with and has already mentioned that the quote shouldn't change much, I am sorely missing the bike now and by the time I get it back at the end of this month, I will only have a month to go before I can get my full !

Have fun at the pub :drinkup:

[Autech]

Anyone heading to Taupo this weekend? I'll be doing the open day on the Sat then sticking around for the racing on Sunday.

[Warr]

Pictures .... More words may follow ! (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=292087&id=658227421&l=c7e98d71ce)

[Murray]

A few of us decided that yes a wee tootle this weekend would be good - prob about 150kms or so, so should be back early Sunday arvo. Weather looks OK

Cloudy periods with a few showers. Northwest breezes

Leave Kingsgate Hotel carpark at 10.30 am and stop for a coffee and bite to eat somewhere. Unless any better ideas will probably look at west side of Karapiri over dam, through Hobbiton way, back to matamata for coffee stop, backroads back to hamilton. Nothing to hard and not to long so should be a good ride. Its in the calendar - leaving hotel 10.30 sharp - Hotel very busy with people coming to watch Nitrous circus on the Saturday night so you take your own luck if you want to get in the restaurant for a $10 full buffet breakfast from 9.30 -10.00 am

Dont forget MAG charity ride 20th (if not going to Paeroa) its in the calendar and the Ulysses Teddy Bear run 27th.

[Murray]

Any one want to or know anyone who wants to do 2-3 nights a week working in a hotel housebar??. Hours 4.30 to 10.00 ish. Starting on minimum wage.

[sil3nt]

Will be there on Sunday if Nitro Circus is on Saturday. Although weather is looking crap for both Sat and Sun night so not sure if either show will be on.

[Murray]

Its not that bad

Saturday 12 Cloud increasing in the morning and isolated showers developing. Northeasterlies.
Sunday 13 Cloudy periods with a few showers. Northwest breezes

[Murray]

Ulysses CHARITY TEDDY BEAR run 27th Feb now in calendar (awaiting some confirmation of times from Jim).

Please register and lets head down together!!

[ant_the_mus]

A few of us decided that yes a wee tootle this weekend would be good - prob about 150kms or so, so should be back early Sunday arvo. Weather looks OK

Cloudy periods with a few showers. Northwest breezes

Leave Kingsgate Hotel carpark at 10.30 am and stop for a coffee and bite to eat somewhere. Unless any better ideas will probably look at west side of Karapiri over dam, through Hobbiton way, back to matamata for coffee stop, backroads back to hamilton. Nothing to hard and not to long so should be a good ride. Its in the calendar - leaving hotel 10.30 sharp - Hotel very busy with people coming to watch Nitrous circus on the Saturday night so you take your own luck if you want to get in the restaurant for a $10 full buffet breakfast from 9.30 -10.00 am

Dont forget MAG charity ride 20th (if not going to Paeroa) its in the calendar and the Ulysses Teddy Bear run 27th.

Weather permitting, I'm hoping to join you for the ride tomorrow. New to KB and motorcycling so it will be good to get out and meet other riders and hopefully gain some much needed experience.

[sil3nt]

Marie and I should be down there if we wake up in time :yes:

ant_the_mus would be good to see a new face!

[Murray]

Good cruisey ride through the backroads of the Waikato. Weather was good, company was great, some new riders, welcome Anthony, Phil and Daniel and Marie. Nice pace, not to long (back by 1.30-2.00ish) and all good fun. 10 bikes in all!

Watch out for Charity ride next week (its in the calendar) or if your going to Paeroa races have a good one

cheers

[Murray]

Keep this in mind for March 6th. Some of us went last year and its a great day

http://www.bikesbbqblues.co.nz/

[wysper]

Keep this in mind for March 6th. Some of us went last year and its a great day

http://www.bikesbbqblues.co.nz/

That looks awesome Murray.

[Murray]

Calendar entry's have now been added for the following

February 20th MAG Charity Ride Auckland - Kaiuia (lunch)
February 27th Ulysses Toyrun
March 06 Bikes BBQ and Blues
March 13 Okoroire "Ride Forever" day

Please register so we do not leave anyone behind

Pretty full on and all good rides so make your plans and I hope we get good numbers to some of these rides

[ckai]

That looks awesome Murray.

Yeah it does look pretty cool. You'd fit right in with your tassels :)

I've got a funny feeling we have something on that date though. If we're free I'll try and make this.

[Murray]

The Auckland MAG guys have asked how many coming from Waikato for the Aria Charity ride (its in the calendar for this weekend). Please register if you are attending as they need approximate numbers to let the guys at Kaiuia know.

cheers

[kb_SF1]

I'm on the calander and have 2 others:woohoo:

[Murray]

Great ride on Sunday with 14 bikes representing the Waikato on the Aria charity run up to Auckland down to Kaiuia for fush & chips and back to Hams for a cold beer. Just over 300 kms and we ended up being almost 1/2 of the bikes attending!! Thanks to Jim and the Ulysses riders who joined us on the day. Toyrun this Sunday, looks like Trina and I may be marshalling so will probably not be at the Hotel when you guys meet up (its in the Calendar) but will catch up with you all on the run somewhere.

Following week is the Bikes, BBq and Blues day in Devonport, for those interested the Ulsses Westpac helicopter charity run is on that morning so could be an opportunity to do both events?? Thinking about it???

[wysper]

Definately doing the toy run.
Not sure if I will catch you guys at the hotel, I am meeting a couple of other riders as well.
If I don't see you at the hotel I will see if I see you on the run :facepalm: not likely given the number of bikes there will be!!

I am going to see if I can get a toy sporty for the kids!

... waits for the "you already have a toy sporty" or similar comments.

[Murray]

Come on guys and girls whose doing the toyrun charity ride on Sunday. Register in the calendar so we do not leave you behind or lose you!!

[kb_SF1]

Brought a puppy and taking the Laverda:woohoo: for a run with the Classic Club. We're meeting at the CB water tower at 10.

Will look out for you guys and guyes

[awa355]

If the little fella ( grandson) is asleep, I'll quietly flog his teddy.:innocent: Should be a good day.

[suzieq]

I am available to join up for some rides during the week days and laxed out rides sound great to me am not into racing but enjoy the scenery and just being out and about on my bike oh and did i say collecting mileage

so yes email me steelmaiden1250@hotmail.com if you get anything going for during the week could also join you on occasional weekend rides as i am looking for mileage on my bike

many thanks
and yes i enjoy the coffee set and nice cafe stops

[wysper]

Did anyone get any good pics of all the bikes or the long line we would have made?

[Geeen]

Did anyone get any good pics of all the bikes or the long line we would have made?

Becs got us coming into Garden Place and the "Before and After" of the bit by the Fountain where we parked. If that helps:scratch:

[wysper]

Becs got us coming into Garden Place and the "Before and After" of the bit by the Fountain where we parked. If that helps:scratch:

Yeah thats good. My mates daughter got some good ones too, but I am not sure when I can get copies. She even got some vid of you cruising into cambridge.

Good looking bike you have there!

[awa355]

These were early on at the start. The LOR mob hadn't arrived at this time. I had not long got a neat camera suited for carrying on the bike. So what did I leave at home? Had to fall back on the Ph camera.

[wysper]

These were early on at the start. The LOR mob hadn't arrived at this time. I had not long got a neat camera suited for carrying on the bike. So what did I leave at home? Had to fall back on the Ph camera.

What a man. I am actually in that second photo!! Nice work.

[Murray]

After yesterday I have decided to do the Westpac charity ride on this coming Sunday. Will leave Hotel at 8.00 am if anyone interested. Note that the Bikes, blues and BBQ is also on that day for anyone wanting to do something different. Some of us went last year and its a pretty good day. Will be heading there for a short while at the conclusion of the charity ride. (i think a lot of others will be too)

I have adjusted the calendar to fit in the Westpac ride.

Note the Okoroire ride for the 13th of March is in the calendar. Hopefully everyone can make this event and it would be good to get a large group along. This is a Ride for Ever sponsored event and should draw 100's of bikes for the day.

[Murray]

Remember Westpac helicoptor and BBBBQ rid ethis Sunday - Okoroire ride next Sunday (we should all be going on this one) and also importantly Pub night tonight - still 8-10 or more people turning up each Wednesday.

Great riding weather where is everyone???

[mikemike104]

Great riding weather where is everyone???

With no 0.5 o/s matching pistons anywhere to be found (in the entire world), the white rocket is still parked safely at Honda...

Oh to be riding :-(

[sil3nt]

With no 0.5 o/s matching pistons anywhere to be found (in the entire world), the white rocket is still parked safely at Honda...

Oh to be riding :-(So do you have a plan?

[mikemike104]

So do you have a plan?

Currently waiting for Honda to provide me with their best option, that could be bigger pistons and sleaves or a 2nd hand engine, I am yet to find out.

EDIT: 1:44 pm - Just spoke to the great team at Honda, 3 options availbale to me,

1. New cylinder block ($2800ish)
2. 2nd hand engine ($1800ish)
3. Re Sleave exiisting cylinder block ($ unknown)

So seriously looking option 2, I'm waiting to hear more.

[Murray]

I assume they have tried econohonda over in te aroha. I went there once and they have truckloads of honda parts. something for everything!!

[Autech]

Holy crap mikemike, still no bike? Tell Honda to pull their fingers out, the riding season is drawing to a close......

[mikemike104]

I assume they have tried econohonda over in te aroha. I went there once and they have truckloads of honda parts. something for everything!!

Source of 2nd hand engine is Bike Breakers in Ngaruawahia I think, coming out of a ZZR. The idea may be for the new motor to get the new Cam chain & tensioner from my existing motor plus I'm hoping to be able to get them to do base and head gaskets as well for my piece of mind if it all works out this way as intended.


Holy crap mikemike, still no bike? Tell Honda to pull their fingers out, the riding season is drawing to a close......

I was beginning to wonder what was happening, but its a seriously big job (to keep it affordable for me), Kawasaki NZ didn't even help a little bit by telling the repairer the parts were available then advising that said parts didn't exist, so it'll be just like last year, I got the bike in March 2010 (the 20th from memory).

So fuck it, I love riding in the rain !

[Autech]

You'll have to take it to the track to celebrate :D

[Murray]

With no 0.5 o/s matching pistons anywhere to be found (in the entire world), the white rocket is still parked safely at Honda...

Oh to be riding :-(

You might want to check with Nigel (sorrelboy) he's had pistons made for his racing mini and not hugely expensive. He comes down to the Rapa most Wednesdays

[mikemike104]

You might want to check with Nigel (sorrelboy) he's had pistons made for his racing mini and not hugely expensive. He comes down to the Rapa most Wednesdays

Thanks for the tip Murray, seems all sorted now though with the 2nd hand unit sourced (tho yet to get an update as to where they are at with that?)

:wait:

[Murray]

Okoroire run this weekend - all should try and make it. Its in the calendar.

Charity ride along Auckland Motorway was good and the BBBBQ afterwards was also entertaining.

One of the Westpac helicoptor's was due to land at the aftermatch of the Charity run but due to all their helicoptors being required they could only have one do a quick flyover and a nod to the crowd and off again. Obviously a very much needed operation and well worthwhile charity to support. Pity more of us couldnt have made it on the day.

[awa355]

Currently waiting for Honda to provide me with their best option, that could be bigger pistons and sleaves or a 2nd hand engine, I am yet to find out.

EDIT: 1:44 pm - Just spoke to the great team at Honda, 3 options availbale to me,

1. New cylinder block ($2800ish)
2. 2nd hand engine ($1800ish)
3. Re Sleave exiisting cylinder block ($ unknown)

So seriously looking option 2, I'm waiting to hear more.

Mike, dont take Honda Ham's word for too much. Get on the internet and chase the aussie dealers and wreakers yourself. I did and found all the bits I needed for two bikes, (HH) said were unavalible anywhere.

For $2800ish you can buy a complete road going bike that will last a while. Might be time to cut your losses with this Kwaka. Even with the $1800 option, if labour is added works out quite dear.

[Murray]

Okoroire run this weekend - all should try and make it. Its in the calendar.


Come on Guys and Girls where are you all. Could be up to 1000 bikes there and we need to get there to get our free feed and buy all the items on sale.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133708-Ride-Forever-Okoroire-2011-March-13th?highlight=okoroire

CHECK IT OUT AND REGISTER so we dont leave you behind

[wysper]

I'll most likely be there, but will make my own way out with a couple of mates.

[awa355]

Come on Guys and Girls where are you all. Could be up to 1000 bikes there and we need to get there to get our free feed and buy all the items on sale.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133708-Ride-Forever-Okoroire-2011-March-13th?highlight=okoroire

CHECK IT OUT AND REGISTER so we dont leave you behind

I'll be there, wonder if they are giving away free gas? I filled up this morning in Te A and its now $2.16 a litre.

[Murray]

I'll most likely be there, but will make my own way out with a couple of mates.

Harley snob!!!:yes::yes:

[ckai]

I'll be there, wonder if they are giving away free gas? I filled up this morning in Te A and its now $2.16 a litre.

Shit did it come back down or was that for 91? Went into town yesterday mourning and it was $2.10 for premium (less the day before I thought). Went back in the arvo and it was $2.17-2.19 :gob: F'en wankers.

I reckon they put something in the fuel too cause I decided to do a random drive with the family to the wind turbines and the car is now making a VERY expensive sounding noise!

It's a bloody conspiracy.


Harley snob!!!:yes::yes:

haha :yes:

Me and the old man would have come (we both wanted too) but since I see it's on the Sunday I don't think it'll be very cool organizing a surprise b'day for Mum and then not turning up. Although since it's a surprise she want know if we're meant to be there :)

[STJim]

On Wednesday evening at the Taven I will have Ulysses raffle tickets for sale. The prize is a brand new Motorcycle of your choice from the list on the back of the tickets. There are Triumphs, Harleys, Hondas and more.
Tickets are $10.00 each. There is a total of only 2300 tickets.

[Autech]

Shit did it come back down or was that for 91? Went into town yesterday mourning and it was $2.10 for premium (less the day before I thought). Went back in the arvo and it was $2.17-2.19 :gob: F'en wankers.



HAVE I GOT A DEAL FOR YOU!!!!

Direct swap, my Hyo for your 675, that baby gets 25+ ks per litre, and still over 20 when I take it to the track. Think of all the money you could save by swapping!!! :rockon:

Whaddayasaytodat?

I want to say I'm coming this Sunday, but knowing me I'll not show up. Haven't ridden with you chaps in AGES though, naughty me. I'll try and remedy that

[ckai]

HAVE I GOT A DEAL FOR YOU!!!!

Direct swap, my Hyo for your 675, that baby gets 25+ ks per litre, and still over 20 when I take it to the track. Think of all the money you could save by swapping!!! :rockon:

Whaddayasaytodat?

I want to say I'm coming this Sunday, but knowing me I'll not show up. Haven't ridden with you chaps in AGES though, naughty me. I'll try and remedy that

That's sounds like an AWESOME deal, although I've already had a Hyobag and the scary thing is the 675 doesn't use that much more gas. The old mans Suzuki 650 uses more. Besides not a fan of the naked Hyo's. We may have had a deal otherwise ;)

[awa355]

On Wednesday evening at the Taven I will have Ulysses raffle tickets for sale. The prize is a brand new Motorcycle of your choice from the list on the back of the tickets. There are Triumphs, Harleys, Hondas and more.
Tickets are $10.00 each. There is a total of only 2300 tickets.


A Harley for a $10.00 outlay?? Whats 2nd prize?

Will the tickets be avalible on Sunday?

[sil3nt]

Autech buy this! http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-350166637.htm

Pretty sure its the only one around in that colour :innocent: :whistle:

[mister.koz]

That's sounds like an AWESOME deal, although I've already had a Hyobag and the scary thing is the 675 doesn't use that much more gas. The old mans Suzuki 650 uses more. Besides not a fan of the naked Hyo's. We may have had a deal otherwise ;)

hehe, my 10 does about 15k/l on gas which is a little heavy but i get style, mad power and insane handling.

Yeah its worth it :)

[wysper]

A Harley for a $10.00 outlay?? Whats 2nd prize?

Will the tickets be avalible on Sunday?

Funny guy LOL

[ckai]

A Harley for a $10.00 outlay?? Whats 2nd prize?

Will the tickets be avalible on Sunday?

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to awa355 again." :D


Autech buy this! http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-350166637.htm

Pretty sure its the only one around in that colour :innocent: :whistle:

Now that's a sexy bike!! :) The wife is making me sell it ;)

About bloody time they brought more in. I got heaps of people asking when they were bringing them in. It seemed stupid that Triumph NZ was only gonna have 2 colours in stock and the third a "special order only".


hehe, my 10 does about 15k/l on gas which is a little heavy but i get style, mad power and insane handling.

Yeah its worth it :)

Amen.

:Rant Begins:

Turns out the expensive sound was very much that...same situation as Mike...new engine (well 2nd hand)! At 180,000 the bearing goes pop...I'm not that impressed considering it's been serviced religiously with decent oil (Castrol Edge) and not driven like a horny school boy.

I might see what Subaru NZ thinks about it. Yes it's mechanical, yes it wears but kinda puts a damper on the the "look after it and she'll look after you" theory.

:Rant Ends:
:violin::lol:

[mister.koz]

:Rant Begins:

Turns out the expensive sound was very much that...same situation as Mike...new engine (well 2nd hand)! At 180,000 the bearing goes pop...I'm not that impressed considering it's been serviced religiously with decent oil (Castrol Edge) and not driven like a horny school boy.

I might see what Subaru NZ thinks about it. Yes it's mechanical, yes it wears but kinda puts a damper on the the "look after it and she'll look after you" theory.

:Rant Ends:
:violin::lol:

That sucks dude, i would have thought it was common knowledge and that mechanics would look for this in servicing?

Where u get it serviced? Winger is all good :)

[slofox]

A Harley for a $10.00 outlay?? Whats 2nd prize?



Two Harleys...:whistle:

[mister.koz]

Two Harleys...:whistle:

hahaha!

Grr... You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to slofox again :blank:

[steve_t]

:Rant Begins:

Turns out the expensive sound was very much that...same situation as Mike...new engine (well 2nd hand)! At 180,000 the bearing goes pop...I'm not that impressed considering it's been serviced religiously with decent oil (Castrol Edge) and not driven like a horny school boy.

I might see what Subaru NZ thinks about it. Yes it's mechanical, yes it wears but kinda puts a damper on the the "look after it and she'll look after you" theory.

:Rant Ends:
:violin::lol:

Big end bearing? They'll probably tell you it's from over-revving or poor quality petrol leading to detonation. 180,000 is getting up there - once I hit 200k I had a lot of stuff to replace along with the cam belt like water pump and brake master cylinder and other stuff that was basically worn out

[ckai]

That sucks dude, i would have thought it was common knowledge and that mechanics would look for this in servicing?

Where u get it serviced? Winger is all good :)

Yeah Wingers or the Subby dealer in Tauranga. Winger this time though. The guys said that apparently when these bearings start going they go bloody quick, hence why they told Brooke not to drive it back home.

By the sounds of it, it's an integral part that is built very much to either a price or to a size.

The kick in the teeth is that we've been looking to trade it in for a ute for the last 6 months...no utes we like have popped up though. Bugger.

Oh well. Such is life.

[ckai]

Big end bearing? They'll probably tell you it's from over-revving or poor quality petrol leading to detonation. 180,000 is getting up there - once I hit 200k I had a lot of stuff to replace along with the cam belt like water pump and brake master cylinder and other stuff that was basically worn out

Thats the bugger. Yeah the guy from Winger said it was a little unusual for a non-turbo to not last long. Like they said, it's better to drop in a low-mileage 2nd hand engine since the k's are getting up there and you'd need to replace a lot of that stuff anyway.

I only bounced it off the limiter when going around the race track ;) It certainly didn't get over-revved. Petrol? Maybe. Seems like it could be one of those things.

[Autech]

:Rant Begins:

Turns out the expensive sound was very much that...same situation as Mike...new engine (well 2nd hand)! At 180,000 the bearing goes pop...I'm not that impressed considering it's been serviced religiously with decent oil (Castrol Edge) and not driven like a horny school boy.

I might see what Subaru NZ thinks about it. Yes it's mechanical, yes it wears but kinda puts a damper on the the "look after it and she'll look after you" theory.

:Rant Ends:
:violin::lol:

A Subaru running a big end bearing? I've never heard of this... How strange... Hang on, may have heard it once, twice, maybe a few thousand times! Haha. Shitty news though man, good thinking to bin the engine, it can get rather costly with all the labour.

Hmm that 675 is the sex, need to take one for a spin first to see if thats what I'm digging, plus I'll go 2nd hand as Insurance on a new one would probably cost more than the bike!

Oh and nothing wrong with the naked hyo, being naked it stops you from speeding cause of the lack of wind protection... Hang on, maybe that's the lack of power causing that :facepalm:

She's done me bloody well, put 20'000ks on it in just over a year, took it to the track twice, got my knee down on it, did a few long journeys on her. Great bike, time it goes though. Any buyers? For the right price I'll throw in a night with my Sister... Hang on, haven't got one of those. :facepalm:

[ckai]

A Subaru running a big end bearing? I've never heard of this... How strange... Hang on, may have heard it once, twice, maybe a few thousand times! Haha. Shitty news though man, good thinking to bin the engine, it can get rather costly with all the labour.

Hmm that 675 is the sex, need to take one for a spin first to see if thats what I'm digging, plus I'll go 2nd hand as Insurance on a new one would probably cost more than the bike!

Oh and nothing wrong with the naked hyo, being naked it stops you from speeding cause of the lack of wind protection... Hang on, maybe that's the lack of power causing that :facepalm:

She's done me bloody well, put 20'000ks on it in just over a year, took it to the track twice, got my knee down on it, did a few long journeys on her. Great bike, time it goes though. Any buyers? For the right price I'll throw in a night with my Sister... Hang on, haven't got one of those. :facepalm:

haha yeah, after doing some digging on the interweb it seems to happen a bit. Sounds like as the engines age they go from oil to no oil in a stupid amount of time and the big end doesn't like that much, and starts eating itself. They part actually costs stuff all but you have to rebuild the engine to get to it and it's not worth it.

I saw a lovely '07 STI 2.5 on Tardme last night that I thought might increase the resale :yes: "05 STI Legacy For Sale. One of a kind." Well kinda. haha

The only nekked I'm owning in a Stripple. Once a RAT always a RAT :)

20k is a good run. I would have been happy with that. I can't even remember how many mine did. 7k maybe (seems to be a theme to "get rid" or mine when they hit that make).

[Murray]

Saturday 12
Fine. Light winds.

Sunday 13
Cloudy periods and sunny spells. Light

Looks good for Sunday - Note in the calendar we have a leaving time from the Hotel at 9.30am so we are at Okoroire at 11.00ish.
As such please register if you are coming so we do not leave without you. Milan is planning an interesting route to get there!

[mikemike104]

I have heard.... that there is a motor... in the spot where the should be a motor. :woohoo:

[sil3nt]

And a hole in the spot where money should be.

[sil3nt]

But good news!

[Autech]

I have heard.... that there is a motor... in the spot where the should be a motor. :woohoo:

Just as long as there isn't a rotor where there should be a motor :blink:

So see you on sunday Mikemike, or will we all have to chip in for your gas bill?

Yeah Subaru's have a tiny silly crank, quite a lot of big ends run from munter boy racers chucking boost taps on them and not adding anymore gas to the mix, leaning out the end cylinder and thus, destroying the engine.

Get yourself a GT-T Caldina mate, they go like a scalded cat (a lot faster than a legacy) and don't break down.

Oh and my Hyo's done 28'000ks, may there be many many more

[Geeen]

The only nekked I'm owning in a Stripple. Once a RAT always a RAT :)



:innocent: What, like mine??

[sil3nt]

GTTs are pretty awesome. Flatmate has one. It has been riced up a bit which ruins it a little well actually ruins it a lot. Stock GTT would be awesome though.

[Autech]

GTTs are pretty awesome. Flatmate has one. It has been riced up a bit which ruins it a little well actually ruins it a lot. Stock GTT would be awesome though.

Yeah my Mum had one, nice body kit and exhaust (most importantly manual) but otherwise standard, had it for 5 years and a fair few K's and thrashings, never skipped a beat once. Now the new owner has smashed the kit on it and is trying to sell it, idiots! Feel like kicking them in the balls for ruining such a nice car and not doing anything to fix it

[ckai]

Get yourself a GT-T Caldina mate, they go like a scalded cat (a lot faster than a legacy) and don't break down.

Oh and my Hyo's done 28'000ks, may there be many many more

The wife has driven several Caldina's and has been pretty impressed. Pity they're toyota's :zzzz: haha

There are some impressive ones though.

We still have the problem of having to fork over $6500 for a new short block so the Subby is in a position to be sold. No point might as well keep it.


:innocent: What, like mine??

I didn't know you had one. The wife is getting pressure from her folks for me to sell my bike now and get a second car. Like I've mentioned to others, it's our second vehicle. And the only way I'm prepared to lose as much money on it as I will, is if I get another Trumpy that's cheaper.

I ain't leaving with another car instead of a bike. That's just crazy talk. I may take a Stripple for a ride to see if it'll be possible to live with.


Yeah my Mum had one...

There you go, it's a chicks car :)

[Quasievil]

The wife has driven several Caldina's and has been pretty impressed. Pity they're toyota's :zzzz: haha



Horrible cars, the best modification is to replace the panels with paper, that will increase its strength heaps.

I had one and hated it from the start till the end, tinny toyota crap of the highest order, no way would I let my wife and kid run in one either mate.

[mikemike104]

And a hole in the spot where money should be.


So see you on sunday Mikemike, or will we all have to chip in for your gas bill?

I love how you guys are so supportive :rolleyes:

Yet to hear from Honda where abouts they are at in the build, so prob not this Sunday (As much as I want to come)...

But I'm hoping it's all go for the Hamilton Upskill next Sunday, cause I've paid my money to go !

[wysper]

I love how you guys are so supportive :rolleyes:

Yet to hear from Honda where abouts they are at in the build, so prob not this Sunday (As much as I want to come)...

But I'm hoping it's all go for the Hamilton Upskill next Sunday, cause I've paid my money to go !

Good luck, I hope it is not too far away!

[wysper]

Saturday 12
Fine. Light winds.

Sunday 13
Cloudy periods and sunny spells. Light

Looks good for Sunday - Note in the calendar we have a leaving time from the Hotel at 9.30am so we are at Okoroire at 11.00ish.
As such please register if you are coming so we do not leave without you. Milan is planning an interesting route to get there!


are you heading out scotsmans valley road way?

[ckai]

Horrible cars, the best modification is to replace the panels with paper, that will increase its strength heaps.

I had one and hated it from the start till the end, tinny toyota crap of the highest order, no way would I let my wife and kid run in one either mate.

hahah, so what are you trying to say? ;) Just come out and say it, you don't need to sugar coat it like that :devil2:

Looks like we've both accepted the fact that we'll need to keep the Subby a little to get our monies worth.

But it can sit in the garage poked until we've sold the mini. We get to borrow a PT Cruiser for as long as we need next week. :banana: Now that's a fine piece of machinery :lol:

Back to bikes...that Hamilton Upskill looks pretty good. Booking the old man in to do it. Hopefully he'll get another pressure gauge that I can nab.

[steve_t]

Get yourself a GT-T Caldina mate

Chick's car. Might as well get a new Beetle with built-in vase in the dash for your sunflower :chase::spanking::Pokey:

[steve_t]

We get to borrow a PT Cruiser for as long as we need next week. :banana: Now that's a fine piece of machinery :lol:


I still can't believe they made the new PT Cruiser a 2 litre FWD car. There was a good opportunity for something pretty cool I reckon but Chrysler seems to make their cars to a tight budget

[Murray]

are you heading out scotsmans valley road way?

Posible, will work out route with milan tomorrow night over a few ales!!!

[Autech]

Horrible cars, the best modification is to replace the panels with paper, that will increase its strength heaps.

I had one and hated it from the start till the end, tinny toyota crap of the highest order, no way would I let my wife and kid run in one either mate.

Rubbish, they're as strong as any other Jap car. Stronger when you consider the engine. But yeah, everyone is entitled to their views.

Looks like I'll make it this Sunday, providing I don't win Lotto that is, in which case you can excuse me from attending as I'll be pitching the Hyosung off the nearest cliff while inbound for the MV dealership to pick up my new F3 (dreams are free).

[Geeen]

I didn't know you had one.

I ain't leaving with another car instead of a bike. That's just crazy talk. I may take a Stripple for a ride to see if it'll be possible to live with.



Yup, got got me an 07 1050 S3. Just don't get 'stripple' and 'stripper' confused, Wives dont tend to like that for some reason:Oops::bash:

[mikemike104]

Back to bikes...that Hamilton Upskill looks pretty good. Booking the old man in to do it. Hopefully he'll get another pressure gauge that I can nab.

Crack up, in it for the freebies !!

[Murray]

Looks like I'll make it this Sunday, providing I don't win Lotto that is, in which case you can excuse me from attending as I'll be pitching the Hyosung off the nearest cliff while inbound for the MV dealership to pick up my new F3 (dreams are free).

Looks like at least 10 bikes that i know about attending now. Don't forget 9.30am departure - should mean we are back earlyish on the Sunday afternoon.

[kb_SF1]

See you there, taking the toy on the classic club run

[Geeen]

Watch out for the unswept, unmarked new seal just as you hit the 50k goinig in to Raglan:nono:

[Quasievil]

Rubbish, they're as strong as any other Jap car. (dreams are free).

Yeah I agree, they are as strong as any other Jap car, thats why I dont like them

[wysper]

Yeah I agree, they are as strong as any other Jap car, thats why I dont like them

hahahaha! Our Camry is pretty solid, although when it dies I am looking at a Volvo station wagon.

[Pumbaa]

sorry had to pull out of sunday
had some dick pull a u turn on me in taupo today wound up putting the vtx on the deck to miss him
i have a bad soulder and sore back
it has some cosmetic damage lights indcators foot boards etc and is at hooker honda in taupo

have a good day tomorrow

glenn

[wysper]

sorry had to pull out of sunday
had some dick pull a u turn on me in taupo today wound up putting the vtx on the deck to miss him
i have a bad soulder and sore back
it has some cosmetic damage lights indcators foot boards etc and is at hooker honda in taupo

have a good day tomorrow

glenn


That sucks mate.
Glad to hear you are not to badly off though. Hope everything works out ok.

[ckai]

Crack up, in it for the freebies !!

Bloody oath :banana: Well Dad's in it for the refresher, I like the goodie bag. ;)


hahahaha! Our Camry is pretty solid, although when it dies I am looking at a Volvo station wagon.

I gotta admit, the modern Volvo's are starting to grow on me. Impressive interiors too. A bike and a Volvo...is that a contradiction?

[wysper]

I gotta admit, the modern Volvo's are starting to grow on me. Impressive interiors too. A bike and a Volvo...is that a contradiction?

not a contradiction. Balance.

[Autech]

sorry had to pull out of sunday
had some dick pull a u turn on me in taupo today wound up putting the vtx on the deck to miss him
i have a bad soulder and sore back
it has some cosmetic damage lights indcators foot boards etc and is at hooker honda in taupo

have a good day tomorrow

glenn

Mother somethingrather...
Kill em I say.

Good to see you're ok though mate.

Roll on tomorrow! :ride:

[awa355]

I enjoyed the run today, even if half of us went straight and the rest went around the bend at Arapuni.

Does anyone know the couple on the trike? As we all made our own way home, I'd like to think one of us could contact them and make sure they got back home ok and didn't feel abandoned.

A good turn out at the bike day. I'm going back over that Mangere rd on Tuesday and checking out a couple of other roads in that area.

[Autech]

I enjoyed the run today, even if half of us went straight and the rest went around the bend at Arapuni.

Does anyone know the couple on the trike? As we all made our own way home, I'd like to think one of us could contact them and make sure they got back home ok and didn't feel abandoned.

A good turn out at the bike day. I'm going back over that Mangere rd on Tuesday and checking out a couple of other roads in that area.

Me and Jacob (the other two you abandoned :nono:0 spoke to them as they were leaving, they seemed all good.

Was a fantastic ride! I really should make a better effort to come on more with you lot

[mikemike104]

Picking up bike TOMORROW morning! :banana::clap::woohoo:

[Autech]

Picking up bike TOMORROW morning! :banana::clap::woohoo:

Pack your gear and a lunch mate, you'll be riding that thing ALL DAY LONG!
Will be difficult missing an arm and a leg though :rolleyes:

[Murray]

I enjoyed the run today, even if half of us went straight and the rest went around the bend at Arapuni.

Does anyone know the couple on the trike? As we all made our own way home, I'd like to think one of us could contact them and make sure they got back home ok and didn't feel abandoned.

Last I saw was they were trying to find a park and then I lost them after that although kept looking for them. Can't have our first trike of a LOR run go missing can we??? 11 bikes went in total did not see wysper there but there were so many HD's I got bored looking at them after a while. Nice to see kerry's laverda there in all its glory and good to catch up with others.

[Murray]

sorry had to pull out of sunday
had some dick pull a u turn on me in taupo today wound up putting the vtx on the deck to miss him
i have a bad soulder and sore back
it has some cosmetic damage lights indcators foot boards etc and is at hooker honda in taupo
glenn

What a bastard, how could he not see your bike, its so big!! Did he stay around to help??? Glad to hear your not to badly damaged.

[mikemike104]

Woop ! White rocket now has a 2009 motor out of the new ex250 done ten thousand odd k's... still carbureted instead of efi like the new motors are, seems like they have done alot of fabrication, to make it fit and keep the yoshi exaust.

Yet to get final invoice, just happy to have it back :clap:

[wysper]

11 bikes went in total did not see wysper there but there were so many HD's I got bored looking at them after a while. Nice to see kerry's laverda there in all its glory and good to catch up with others.

Saw you briefly as you disappeared into the crowd down by the toll truck/stage.
Saw the Laverda too, what a beautiful bike.



Woop ! White rocket now has a 2009 motor out of the new ex250 done ten thousand odd k's... still carbureted instead of efi like the new motors are, seems like they have done alot of fabrication, to make it fit and keep the yoshi exaust.

Yet to get final invoice, just happy to have it back :clap:

yeah man! awesome. Hope the invoice doesn't knock you back too far. Will be good to see you on the road again.

[Pumbaa]

he seamed genuine and consurned keeped coming over to see if i was ok stayed till the cops came and the ambo i think he called them

its still got me buggered as to how he didnt see me, silver helmet, full fluro vest, main head light running and two running lights (cant turn off no switches)

thanks for the consurn
glenn

[nanahc]

Woop ! White rocket now has a 2009 motor out of the new ex250 done ten thousand odd k's... still carbureted instead of efi like the new motors are, seems like they have done alot of fabrication, to make it fit and keep the yoshi exaust.

Yet to get final invoice, just happy to have it back :clap:

so the sad face is finally a happy face, hope mel isnt wanting to spend much time with you in the near future lol.

[mikemike104]

so the sad face is finally a happy face, hope mel isnt wanting to spend much time with you in the near future lol.

*insert smart comment here about wives that wont get me in too much trouble if she reads it* :cool:

[wysper]

Are any of the LOR doing the Quake run from Cock'n'Bull to Mercer?

I will be, will be dressing up in red and black and mabye dressing the bike too.
Would be keen to know if any of you lot are heading out.

[Murray]

Are any of the LOR doing the Quake run from Cock'n'Bull to Mercer?

I will be, will be dressing up in red and black and mabye dressing the bike too.
Would be keen to know if any of you lot are heading out.

Register now and you will be number 100!!!!!

May do see how things go Saturday morning. trina will be working!!

[wysper]

Register now and you will be number 100!!!!!

May do see how things go Saturday morning. trina will be working!!

ahh I see.

Registering on the main calendar entry, I was wondering if there was a group of you heading out together.

Might have to just catch who ever is there at the cock'n'bull

[JakeTehMuss]

ahh I see.

Registering on the main calendar entry, I was wondering if there was a group of you heading out together.

Might have to just catch who ever is there at the cock'n'bull

What time is the Cock'n'bull departure?

[wysper]

What time is the Cock'n'bull departure?

I believe it is a 9.30 meet, with a 10.30 leave time. Brief at about 10.15
The cock'n'bull will be open for coffee and brekkie I think too.

[wysper]

What time is the Cock'n'bull departure?

Hey Studly

this from the main thread

Summary for Saturday 19th Hamilton ride.
Assemble at the Cock and Bull, Te Rapa, they will be open from 9-30am for Tea, Coffee, cakes and biscuts, toilets etc.
Rider briefing at 10-20am, ride leaving 10-30am.
Looks like we will have traffic assistance (boyz in blue) to enable everyone to get onto SH1 and also for travelling through Huntly.
Arrive at Muddy Waters, Mercer, hopefully around 11-20am - 11-30am all going well.

[Autech]

Hey Studly

this from the main thread

Summary for Saturday 19th Hamilton ride.
Assemble at the Cock and Bull, Te Rapa, they will be open from 9-30am for Tea, Coffee, cakes and biscuts, toilets etc.
Rider briefing at 10-20am, ride leaving 10-30am.
Looks like we will have traffic assistance (boyz in blue) to enable everyone to get onto SH1 and also for travelling through Huntly.
Arrive at Muddy Waters, Mercer, hopefully around 11-20am - 11-30am all going well.

Shit I want to go on this run but am supposed to be working, should see if I can swap on to the Sunday. I'll wear my Red and Black leathers lol

[sil3nt]

Is there a Sunday ride?

[Murray]

Is there a Sunday ride?

Nothing organised

Saturday 19 Fine spells, then late drizzle possible. Westerlies dying away.
Sunday 20 Mainly fine. Light winds.

Anyone interested post in thread. Donna & Milan away. Me and Trina have visitors so if someone wants to arrange something go for it. As always Hotel carpark is available for meeting spot.

cheers and have a great weekend everyone!!

[Geeen]

Chirrup.......Chirrup........

[Murray]

Hey guys and girls Trina and I heading to wgtn on our bikes Tuesday back sometime Saturday/Sunday. Anyone want to organise a ride for Sunday go for it!!

And have a jug or 2 for me on Wednesday at the rapa as well

[kb_SF1]

Good ride up to Mercer, only 1 idiot in a tin on the way up, great to see the turn out from Akld. Had a talk to the guy who rode down from Whangarei not knowing about the Dairy Flat meeting place and Campbell from Hn Yamaha who contributed.

Big thanks to Maha, Mom, Shane, Helen and the Cock & Bull for the coffee, food etc:yes:

It's round 4 of the national series at Hampton Down this weekend not to be missed, i'll be there Sunday and possibly Saturday PM.

[ckai]

Hey guys and girls Trina and I heading to wgtn on our bikes Tuesday back sometime Saturday/Sunday. Anyone want to organise a ride for Sunday go for it!!

And have a jug or 2 for me on Wednesday at the rapa as well

I'm out for this weekend (wedding to go to :drinkup:) which is a bit of shame as I've been hanging out for a ride.

[Autech]

Anyone at Hampton Downs this weekend?

[kb_SF1]

I'm going tomorrow if it stops raining and there is a reasonable chance of some racing.

[Autech]

I'm going tomorrow if it stops raining and there is a reasonable chance of some racing.

Come say hello I'll be floating about in the 2nd pit from the end

[STJim]

ttp://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=2769&day=2011-4-10&c=all
The above link is to a calender entry for Tauranga Ulysses annual charity run.
Would any laxed out riders be interested in attending. I am happy to take a run over or we could link with Hamilton Ulysses who will no doubt leave from Cambridge BP at about 9.00 am Will confirm time in due course.

[Murray]

Good turn out at the Tavern last night 17-18 people at vaious times. Good to see.

Yes we are going to do a ride this Sunday leaving the Kingsgate Hotel Carpark 10.30 sharp (on the clock on my bike). Heading to Tauranga, down Pa's road to Rotorua and back (route to be decided). Forecast looks reasonable
Saturday 2 Cloudy periods with a few showers possible. Light winds.
Sunday 3 Cloudy periods and a few showers. Northerlies developing

Will stop for coffee and a bite to eat somewhere along the way?

Laxed out Riders are a group of riders that encourage newer riders and are not in the ride for the race. There are all types of bikes, a number of women riders and a varying degree of abilities and we expect all riders to ride safely at a pace they are comfortable with. We meet up regularly on our rides and ride for the enjoyment only.

Its in the calendar so please register if attending so we know to wait for you at 10.30 if you are not there yet.

[mikemike104]

How many k's wil this cover do you think ?

[Murray]

Supposedly 229 kms maybe less if we take pa's road turnoff. as distances provided are Ham-Tauranga, (which we turn off before) tauranga to Rotorua, Rotorua-Ham

[insomnia01]

I remember the last time we did Pa's road :facepalm::facepalm:

[mikemike104]

I remember the last time we did Pa's road :facepalm::facepalm:

.... What happened with that ?

[Murray]

.... What happened with that ?

I was not on that ride but I think people who ride with us should have a license and a warrented bike (that's the start of what I heard happened)

[insomnia01]

[QUOTE=Murray;1130024426]I was not on that ride but I think people who ride with us should have a license

It certainly didn't help with her insurance thats for real !! From what we managed to establish she was travelling to close to the centre line when a lite truck coming up the hill cut the corner BANG, 1 bike behind her rode over her the 2nd bike missed her & ended up in the ditch with TEC in a ditch on the other side of the road..... :facepalm: I'm sure Smokey was going to :bash: her boyfriend

[mikemike104]

Well, lets hope for good weather and the skills to save us from ourselves. I'm keen, see you fullas on Sunday.

[insomnia01]

Very cool loop none the less !! :scooter::scooter: May turn up depending on how wof check goes on Saturday, still got a bit of touring to do over the next couple of months before winter settles in for good :facepalm::woohoo:

[mikemike104]

Well, lets hope for good weather and the skills to save us from ourselves. I'm keen, see you fullas on Sunday.

Jinxed it :mad:there is coolant leaking out, back to Honda tomorrow.

[ckai]

Jinxed it :mad:there is coolant leaking out, back to Honda tomorrow.

Bloody Honda's. To gay to hold their liquor :laugh:

I may turn up dependent on a crap load of things...will the new drive be set enough to ride the bike on...will I be planting new gardens...will I have put together my garden shed on Saturday. Doubt it :) but stranger things have happened.

[sil3nt]

Bloody Honda's. To gay to hold their liquor :laugh:

I may turn up dependent on a crap load of things...will the new drive be set enough to ride the bike on...will I be planting new gardens...will I have put together my garden shed on Saturday. Doubt it :) but stranger things have happened.Its not a Honda though! Its a kawasaki. Actually i own both so im screwed :lol:

Oh and Mike if you were wondering who that mad fucker was beeping and waving at you this morning that was me. Hope i didn't scare ya :bleh:

[mikemike104]

I sussed you out way back man, I was concentrating is why I didn't say hello earlier, I had a bad run through those roundabouts a few weeks back, when a guy in a legacy took exception to me passing him on the roundabout by Heathcotes and under-passed me just after the island an had me all fucked up for the next roundabout. Aggressive prick, so yer... I was watching the road, wish I could have gotten a better look over your bike!

[Murray]

Bloody Honda's. To gay to hold their liquor :laugh:

I may turn up dependent on a crap load of things...will the new drive be set enough to ride the bike on...will I be planting new gardens...will I have put together my garden shed on Saturday. Doubt it :) but stranger things have happened.

You know you can make it!! And whens your father coming along. You know we will look after him??


Sunday 3
Cloudy periods and the odd shower. Northerlies developing.

[ckai]

Its not a Honda though! Its a kawasaki. Actually i own both so im screwed :lol:

Oh and Mike if you were wondering who that mad fucker was beeping and waving at you this morning that was me. Hope i didn't scare ya :bleh:

Yeah I thought about that and had a weird feeling it was a 'Waka. I couldn't be assed editing it since the gay honda comment is still true :D


You know you can make it!! And whens your father coming along. You know we will look after him??


Sunday 3
Cloudy periods and the odd shower. Northerlies developing.

I'll have a talk to him today and see what he has planned.

[insomnia01]

the gay honda comment is still true

I may need to have a little " Chat " in your "Ear " next ride your on Cam :2guns::bash::ar15:

[Murray]

Yeah I thought about that and had a weird feeling it was a 'Waka. I couldn't be assed editing it since the gay honda comment is still true :D



I may need to have a little " Chat " in your "Ear " next ride your on Cam :2guns::bash::ar15:

You may have to wait a while

We only see him when the sun is shining, its between 23-25 degrees, dry roads, partner lets him out, he's not gardening, not blow drying his hair, not tinting his hair, not polishing and blinging his underused machine. And he calls Honda riders GAY????

I know we have at least 6 riders going Sunday - whats up with the rest of you????

[insomnia01]

You may have to wait a while

We only see him when the sun is shining, its between 23-25 degrees, dry roads, partner lets him out, he's not gardening, not blow drying his hair, not tinting his hair, not polishing and blinging his underused machine. And he calls Honda riders GAY????

:clap::clap::clap: MUST be a Triumph thing & when he does come out of hibernation he is Ssoooooooooo quiet :shutup::shutup:

[ckai]

I may need to have a little " Chat " in your "Ear " next ride your on Cam :2guns::bash::ar15:

I run pretty quick


You may have to wait a while

We only see him when the sun is shining, its between 23-25 degrees, dry roads, partner lets him out, he's not gardening, not blow drying his hair, not tinting his hair, not polishing and blinging his underused machine. And he calls Honda riders GAY????

I know we have at least 6 riders going Sunday - whats up with the rest of you????

My bike is well used thank you very much. I've done 6,000km on it. Meaning with the amount of 23-25 degree days and the times when my hair isn't drying, it equates to 1253km every time I take it out :D


:clap::clap::clap: MUST be a Triumph thing & when he does come out of hibernation he is Ssoooooooooo quiet :shutup::shutup:

Yip us Trumpy riders don't like to make a scene. We like flying under the radar :lol:

[mikemike104]

NEED replacement upper radiator hose :brick:... enjoy Sundays ride, maybe I'll be able to come along next time.

[slofox]

Gotta go to d'Auckland early this week...:angry::Pokey::ar15::finger:

Else I woulda come for the blast up the Kaimai...:devil2:

[awa355]

I'll probably be there on Sunday. If I'm not on my way to Wellington to pick up my winnings. Make that, I WILL be there.

Murray, did I mention I've changed my bike? Now have a Yamaha 2005 xvs650 cruiser. I was having a few concerns about the reliability factor of the old GB. Also want to do some weekend trips.

First few days, I wasn't sure I had done the right thing. Acouple of weeks on, I'm enjoying it more as I get used to the weight and steering.

At least the harley riders wave, untill they go past,

[smoky]

[QUOTE=Murray;1130024426]......she was travelling to close to the centre line when a lite truck coming up the hill cut the corner BANG
I couldn't believe she wasn't hurt - hitting an on coming vehicle like that?
I felt sorry for Josh too - his CBRs never recovered


I'm sure Smokey was going to :bash: her boyfriend
Yeah I kind of was, what a dickhead.

[carver]

[QUOTE=Murray;1130024426]I was not on that ride but I think people who ride with us should have a license

It certainly didn't help with her insurance thats for real !! From what we managed to establish she was travelling to close to the centre line when a lite truck coming up the hill cut the corner BANG, 1 bike behind her rode over her the 2nd bike missed her & ended up in the ditch with TEC in a ditch on the other side of the road..... :facepalm: I'm sure Smokey was going to :bash: her boyfriend

most bins wins

[ckai]

So how was the ride today? Perfect weather for it.

[awa355]

Was a good run, A good number of bikes. Nobody came to grief. The rain stayed away. and I kept my place in line with the new cruiser. Even got to scrape the footboards.
I followed a couple of the smaller bikes, with L plates attached, back from Ngongotaha and was good to see them pacing themselves and not passing untill they had the distance to do so safely.

235838 235839

[sil3nt]

Wish i could have gone. No money to fuel the beast though (thats both me and the bike :bleh:)

I fear this would have been the last good sunday ride for awhile and i missed it :(

[awa355]

Wish i could have gone. No money to fuel the beast though (thats both me and the bike :bleh:)

I fear this would have been the last good sunday ride for awhile and i missed it :(

I'd be pretty disapointed if this group of riders chucked in the towel because of a few clouds and a drop in temperture. Cant see that happening,
I wont be around for the next two Sundays because of work. My next Sunday off, will be Easter. If no organised group ride that weekend, I will work out a ride and anyone who wants to come along would be welcome.

I understand about the fuel money thingy. A 250k ride will cost me about $30, a couple of pies/drink.( on its own, not a lot for a days riding), Add the fuel for going to work, my own riding during the week, The car fuel and it starts to add up.
Two cars to rego this month, the bike next month, that $32 million, this weekend, just may come in handy.

[insomnia01]

I run pretty quick

Faster than YOUR Triumph I'm sure :killingme


We like flying under the radar :lol:

Under, Over, Through ....:shutup:

[Murray]

Was a very good ride with mostly good roads, mostly dry weather. Not enough rain to even get wet. Good to see some new faces and some returning one's. With a few riders catching us, as the last of us left Hamilton (we got split a little at the first set of lights leaving the Hotel) we ended up with 18 bikes of all sizes and types and riders of all ages and sex.

Those that came straight back managed to get to the clubrooms to see the warriors come from behind in the second half to have their first win of the season and meet with another guy that wants to ride with us. A great fun day and good group to ride with.

Jim has suggested the Ulysses Easter ride is available next Sunday for anyone interested. Note where they are leaving from and what time. Always a good charity to support. POST NUMBER 3450

I will be away next weekend so if anyone wants to organise a ride, other than the Easter run, "go for it"

Remember riding is always best sunny side up!!!

[STJim]

Jim has suggested the Ulysses Easter ride is available next Sunday for anyone interested. Note where they are leaving from and what time. Always a good charity to support. POST NUMBER 3450

I will be away next weekend so if anyone wants to organise a ride, other than the Easter run, "go for it"

Remember riding is always best sunny side up!!!

Link to Ulysses Runs list below
http://www.ulysses.org.nz/hamilton/html/runs_calendar.html

We are leaving from Cambridge BP at 9.30 am. All Welcome

Also note the Ulysses Poker Run is on again on Sunday 1 May

[Murray]

With no organised ride this weekend (apart from Jim's Ulysses over the Kaimai's run) and no ride next week due to people being tied up with the V8's I suggest maybe we look at an easter Monday run.

I am thinking somewhere away from Holiday traffic so maybe Kawhia, or a Raglan/Waingaro loop.

Open to suggestions and whether anyone interested in riding on the Easter Monday (hands up those that are!)

[sil3nt]

Monday sounds good. Play soccer on sunday so will be out of action for another few months.

[slofox]

Open to suggestions and whether anyone interested in riding on the Easter Monday (hands up those that are!)

Me. Probably anyway.

[mikemike104]

My hand is up for that easter Monday at this stage.

[JakeTehMuss]

Im going up to Auckland tomorrow for :drinkup: so sunday rides a no-go...
I'll be going <A HREF="http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Thomas+Rd&daddr=-37.50395,175.43971+to:-37.24312,175.85052+to:-36.72427,175.72144+to:-36.9837,175.24868+to:Stratford+Rd&hl=en&geocode=FYhGwP0d9nhyCg%3BFTK8w_0dXv90CilTslXmgW1tb TFgepMGYe8AEw%3BFRC3x_0dGER7CikpFOhuH4ptbTEAWeEGYe 8AEw%3BFdKhz_0d4Et5CilBjIcCYVpybTFhy4YGYe8AEw%3BFW ysy_0dKBVyCimLmNPud71ybTGhs48GYe8AEw%3BFaI_y_0d6P9 sCg&mra=dpe&mrsp=4&sz=10&via=1,2,3,4&sll=-36.969644,175.156403&sspn=0.939196,2.113495&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.431251,175.778503&spn=1.489637,2.463684&z=9">The long way</A> and meeting up with a few mates...
So if you would like to go for a quick ride around the coro loop, meet at Rototuna fuel station 10am sharp.
:scooter:

[sil3nt]

So if you would like to go for a quick ride around the coro loop, meet at Rototuna fuel station 10am sharp.
:scooter:I'll be at Rototuna.


Working from 6am - 2pm :angry:

[2nd2last1]

Im going up to Auckland tomorrow for :drinkup: so sunday rides a no-go...
I'll be going <A HREF="http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Thomas+Rd&daddr=-37.50395,175.43971+to:-37.24312,175.85052+to:-36.72427,175.72144+to:-36.9837,175.24868+to:Stratford+Rd&hl=en&geocode=FYhGwP0d9nhyCg%3BFTK8w_0dXv90CilTslXmgW1tb TFgepMGYe8AEw%3BFRC3x_0dGER7CikpFOhuH4ptbTEAWeEGYe 8AEw%3BFdKhz_0d4Et5CilBjIcCYVpybTFhy4YGYe8AEw%3BFW ysy_0dKBVyCimLmNPud71ybTGhs48GYe8AEw%3BFaI_y_0d6P9 sCg&mra=dpe&mrsp=4&sz=10&via=1,2,3,4&sll=-36.969644,175.156403&sspn=0.939196,2.113495&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.431251,175.778503&spn=1.489637,2.463684&z=9">The long way</A> and meeting up with a few mates...
So if you would like to go for a quick ride around the coro loop, meet at Rototuna fuel station 10am sharp.
:scooter:

Might show a face if thats cool... Anyone else going to go with?

[bi-winning]

Might show a face if thats cool... Anyone else going to go with?

Ye im goin :scooter:

[sil3nt]

Might show a face if thats cool... Anyone else going to go with?Someone today told me you think your bike is faster than mine!

Shit talking already eh....

[slofox]

Dunno about the rest of yiz, but I had a blast going to Raglan and back yesterday morning...met up with a coupla dudes from d'Auckland there and talked bullshit for a bit. One on a K7 gixxer 6 and t'other of a Duc 748 ( I think...?)

Funny thing, the new set of tyres came with narrower chicken strips than the old ones...or maybe I'm finally learning to ride the bloody thing..? Nah - doubt it.

[sil3nt]

What time are your morning rides slofox?

[slofox]

What time are your morning rides slofox?

All over the place just now - in the process of getting ready to move house. Usually leave about 7.00am or so(ish). What days ya free?

[sil3nt]

All over the place just now - in the process of getting ready to move house. Usually leave about 7.00am or so(ish). What days ya free?I have this week and next week free as i am on study break. Just need to find money to put gas in the tank :yes:

7am could be a bit early though. Wouldnt mind a short ride to raglan one morning.

[slofox]

. Just need to find money to put gas in the tank :yes:



Ditto...

If we left at 8.00am from say Dinsdale, we could be back by 9.30 with time for coffee at Blacksands - which would allow me time to get to work. If we didn't stop for coffee it's possible to get there and back in an hour without being too stupid...:whistle:

How about tomorrow or Wednesday?

[sil3nt]

Ditto...

If we left at 8.00am from say Dinsdale, we could be back by 9.30 with time for coffee at Blacksands - which would allow me time to get to work. If we didn't stop for coffee it's possible to get there and back in an hour without being too stupid...:whistle:

How about tomorrow or Wednesday?Wednesday sounds good.

[slofox]

Wednesday sounds good.

OK Should still be fine. Will confirm tomorrow.

[awa355]

On Wednesday, I'm going to do a ride through the back roads to Oto and onto Te Kuiti via the Rangitoto area. and back to Te A without hitting the highway. I've hammered the Waitomo side of HW3 so will stay on the eastern side of the main road.

Had thought it may be a backup for a sunday group ride if ever needed. I anticipate about 150ks.

If weather is crap, I'll go anyway. A good excuse to sharpen up the wet weather skills.

Anybody wants to come along, I will leave the Caltex sv stn. at 10am.

[Warr]

Ditto...

If we left at 8.00am from say Dinsdale, we could be back by 9.30 with time for coffee at Blacksands - which would allow me time to get to work. If we didn't stop for coffee it's possible to get there and back in an hour without being too stupid...:whistle:

How about tomorrow or Wednesday?
Keep this thread updated ... when and when you plan to meet Wednesday . Could be on for an outing :)

[slofox]

Keep this thread updated ... when and when you plan to meet Wednesday . Could be on for an outing :)

Actually guys, I have a snag re tomorrow - I have an appointment to attend at 9.30am here in The Tron that I had forgotten. I would probably be sensible to leave off the ride tomorrow since I am also getting ready to move out of my house. Either that or leave earlier or maybe not stop for coffee over there.

Thursday would be OK - we could always postpone an extra day - weather looks still OK. Or Warr and Silent might like to go tomorrow anyway.

Wotcha think?