Laxed out rides

[Damantis]

Saturday 25
Fine with morning frosts. Light winds.
Sunday 26
Cloudy periods. Northerly breezes

Any ideas where anyone wants to ride??? - approx 200-250kms

Hamilton, Kopu, Hikuai, Whangamata, Waihi, Te Aroha, Hamilton?

Or how about round the lakes at Rotorua and back?

[Damantis]

Hamilton, Kopu, Hikuai, Whangamata, Waihi, Te Aroha, Hamilton?

Or how about round the lakes at Rotorua and back?

Or Pirongia, Kawhia, Waitomo and home?

[5150]

Or Pirongia, Kawhia, Waitomo and home?

We have done it in reverse (Kawhia-Waitomo-Pirongia-Home) few mnths ago with BigAll. Good ride that :)

Could be keen to do it again

[Murray]

Or Pirongia, Kawhia, Waitomo and home?

Thats the one picked at the clubrooms last night

calendar entry done

[insomnia01]

Thats the one picked at the clubrooms last night

calendar entry done

:yes::yes::yes:

[5150]

Will keep Sunday free so might be a starter for this one :yes:

[Murray]

Sunday 26
Cloud increasing. Northerly breezes.

I may or may not be riding dependent on bike repairs and work - but will see on the Sunday morning - c u in the carpark

Rides in the calendar

[insomnia01]

weather dependant I could be there if so I'll meet you lot at the Pirongia Village cafe on the main road south ( usual meet up point ) @ 1130 if I'm not there then I'm not coming :innocent:

[mikemike104]

Off to pick up the big wheels on Sunday! 2007 Transalp in black, ex rental done 73000, (it was on TM for ages if anyone saw it). paying 5k plus another 200 for givi carrier and panniers, also comes with 2x spares sets of fairings in various states of disrepair, and spare blade/windscreen (stock) because the Godiva one on it is broken.

Will be out two up some point soon! :scooter:

[insomnia01]

see you lot at the cafe in pirongia :sunny::sunny::sunny:

[Damantis]

Awesome ride, tho I got totally owned by some guy on a Blackbird. Hope the weather holds out tomorrow. Should be a great ride. I might bring a friend if he can get down from Auckland in time.

[kb_SF1]

heading out to Kawhia with the Waikato Classic club tomorrow so might see you out there.

[insomnia01]

heading out to Kawhia with the Waikato Classic club tomorrow so might see you out there.

seems like kawhia is the place to be this weekend, I see a KB crew from AKLD done this way staying out kawhia :woohoo::woohoo:

[Murray]

Today
Sunday 26
Cloudy periods. Northerlies.

see you in Pirongia (land of the lost) 11.40ish insomnia

[philmc]

good ride today,good turnout of bikes, less one due to a bit of a hemorage.bit of a hiccup half way around with a puncture on a bike .hope you got back to the tron alright all in all an excelent day.:niceone:

[Damantis]

What an excellent ride today! I got some great footage on my cheapo camera taped to my pack-rack. Will post a link when it's uploaded. :woohoo:

[Damantis]

http://youtu.be/zoFPXVrF5q8

A bit shaky, but not bad for a cam that cost $29!

[Murray]

For anyone wanting a great night out the Hotel is running a Kiwi Music night

Usual price $65 per person, for LOR & KB people, partners and friends we are doing it for $50.

This includes

Live Band playing NZ hits from Dragon, Herbs, Creation, Mi-Sex, DD Smash, OMC, Sharon O'Neill, Shona Lang, Jenny Morris, Split Enz, Mark Willaims, Patea Maori Club etc etc etc Then dance music til late

Cost includes A full Buffet dinner and is on 31st of August, Dinner from 6.30 show starts at 8.00pm

Get a group together or let me know for a booking!!!

Got about 10 being represented from LOR - any others??

[5150]

http://youtu.be/zoFPXVrF5q8

A bit shaky, but not bad for a cam that cost $29!

Great passing on a blind corner at 6:26 :facepalm:

Don't let Rustuscat see this.

[5150]

Well, yesterday I had a hangover day on a couch. It seems 4 bottles of red wine and a bottle of vodka don't go too well together.....:sick:

Didn't even make it off the couch to go into my garage......

[slofox]

Well, yesterday I had a hangover day on a couch. It seems 4 bottles of red wine and a bottle of vodka don't go too well together.....:sick:

......

I could've told you that...:whistle:

[5150]

I could've told you that...:whistle:

I can learn from my own mistakes, thank you very much...... :facepalm:

[slofox]

I can learn from my own mistakes, thank you very much...... :facepalm:

"Those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it"

[5150]

"Those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it"

says the wise man? <_<

[Damantis]

Great passing on a blind corner at 6:26 :facepalm:

Don't let Rustuscat see this.

I aim to entertain!

Though, I did hesitate and should have passed him a little earlier before the corner. Still plenty of room though really. :innocent:

[insomnia01]

Great passing on a blind corner at 6:26 :facepalm:

Don't let Rustuscat see this.

I thought 23:35 onwards was pretty hot in my opinion :yes::yes::yes::yes::yes:

[slofox]

Since I had to be away from The Tron a little early yesterday, I couldn't join the LOR. Howsumever, I did go to Kawhia myself (only as far as Oparau turnoff actually...) - before any of you buggers were out and about. In fact, I suspect I passed the LOR on my way back home, on SH39 IIRC, yes?

I also came across the group from up norf - Maha et al. They were having breakfast at Oparau Roadhouse. Sad to say I couldn't stop in since I had a time schedule to keep to.

Just had to ride that road again. Pity about the corrugations in some of those corners...

Oh, and no blind corner overtaking from me :innocent: Round trip ca. 80 minutes.

[slofox]

says the wise man? <_<

Said some smartarse whose identity I do not know. I never was an historian...:drool:

[Geeen]

Have any of youse fullas been to Kawhia via the Bridal Veil falls turn off?

[Damantis]

Have any of youse fullas been to Kawhia via the Bridal Veil falls turn off?

Isn't there gravel involved?

[slofox]

I've driven that in the wagon a few times but not for a few years now. Used to be a total goat track. Narrow and paved with boulders as I recall last time...

[rideon]

Have any of youse fullas been to Kawhia via the Bridal Veil falls turn off?

Went through there about a month ago with son, I on a VTR , son on a GSR . Most of metal was about 60 -70 k stuff , some was quite a lot slower. Being of farming stock and used to a little rough stuff we both had a blast. Bikes exceptionally dusty @ end. great scenery to boot !!

[nanahc]

Well after 8 or 9 weeks:angry2: the bike bike shop has finally finished the repairs to my bike and i have my baby back. Now to change the head bearing and ill be back on the road :wings:

[mikemike104]

Well after 8 or 9 weeks:angry2: the bike bike shop has finally finished the repairs to my bike and i have my baby back. Now to change the head bearing and ill be back on the road :wings:

Have you done it yet ? :innocent:

[nanahc]

Have you done it yet ? :innocent:


No and it will likely take me some time. Want to make sure i dont cock it up, had to take it for a ride today anyway( couldnt resist). but no more rides til its done, might make a start tomorrow.

[slofox]

No and it will likely take me some time. Want to make sure i dont cock it up, had to take it for a ride today anyway( couldnt resist). but no more rides til its done, might make a start tomorrow.

You dunnit it yet?

[Murray]

Good group at the clubhouse Wednesday - a number of friends and visitors so all good fun. However no discussion re a ride on Sunday??

Sunday 2
Cloud increasing. Northeasterlies slowly freshening

A number are meeting at the dinner & Band show at the Kingsgate tonight so maybe some discussion then. I think about 14 of us. room for more if interested see back a page for details - post 5018? Have to put some wine on the table:sweatdrop:sweatdrop

If anyone interested usual meeting place (Kingsgate Hotel Carpark) 11.00 a.m.

Still working on Mach3 version of my valve cover gasket so not sure if bike will be ready for me.
Maybe another Sunday afternoon at the clubrooms:drinkup::beer:

[nanahc]

You dunnit it yet?

No, went to make a start on it today but realized pretty quick it was a bit beyond me and would take me a long time to do so i got it booked in at boyds to get done monday, in this case i think its worth just paying the money and getting it done right.

[slofox]

No, went to make a start on it today but realized pretty quick it was a bit beyond me and would take me a long time to do so i got it booked in at boyds to get done monday, in this case i think its worth just paying the money and getting it done right.

Good idea. :yes:

[Supertwin Don]

Another excellent night out !!!

Good food, good people, and good music - brought back a few memories.

Thanks Very much. Murray.

[MzTulip]

Another excellent night out !!!

Good food, good people, and good music - brought back a few memories.

Thanks Very much. Murray.


Yes, thanks very much Murray for a great night out - the company, food, drink and music all perfect for the party time I needed! My friends Neil, Karen and Keith had a really good time and said to say thanks too. My sore head this morning isn't so much fun tho! Tulip

[Warr]

Agreed Shona, we had a great night out. We love the opportunity to hit the dance floor whenever we can. Was neat to catch up with good friends. Thanks Murray.

Sue & Warren

[kb_SF1]

Just Neville and self at 11 so we had a wee trip out east for a change with lunch in Paeroa and back through Gordoton, you guys still getting over Friday nite?

KB

[caseye]

Buncha sofites aye! Musta bin a good night at the hotel then. Still can't jump the coal burner, but getting closer.
Enjoy the rides folks.

[slofox]

Just Neville and self at 11 so we had a wee trip out east for a change with lunch in Paeroa and back through Gordoton, you guys still getting over Friday nite?

KB

11?

Lazy buggers - I was back and finished up by then...

[roadrash_69]

11?

Lazy buggers - I was back and finished up by then...

haha was a great ride .. even had a random walk up to KB_SF1s bike with that shiney look in their eye!

Might get your tag in the morning .. ya keen for a run about 9ish ?

ps. that big lunch bar in Paeroa on the right heading north rocks ... cheap as cheeps mate. ( toasted sandwiches will do that everytime )
http://goo.gl/maps/Gbl9f

[Murray]

Not looking good for this weekend:angry::angry:

Sunday 9
Showers, some possibly heavy. Westerlies, strong in exposed places

Not another Sunday at the Clubrooms:beer:

[nanahc]

Typical weather, finally get my bike back and the weather turns to crap. oh well im sure it will get better eventually.

[Murray]

yep not getting any better

Sunday 9
Showers, some heavy and possibly thundery. Westerlies,strong in exposed places

[Murray]

Anyone interested for Sunday 16th

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/151502-Bikers-In-Blue-Ride-2012-for-The-Prostate-Cancer-Foundation-Blue-September-Appeal

Cool bunch of gals and guys and good charity. Need to be in Auckland about 10ish - can do a tiki-tour back

[kb_SF1]

What time are you thinking of leaving, about 8:30? I might be interested.

[kb_SF1]

Looking at the weather I think a day watching sport is in order

[roadrash_69]

Looking at the weather I think a day watching sport is in order

woke up .. checked the tablet .. SUNNY .. wtf

looked out window .. SUNNY

maybe it all rained and blew itself out .. auckland weather was meant to be passable I thought

metservice still has "Severe Weather Warning" for Waikato .. hmmm

[Murray]

Anyone interested for Sunday 16th

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/151502-Bikers-In-Blue-Ride-2012-for-The-Prostate-Cancer-Foundation-Blue-September-Appeal

Cool bunch of gals and guys and good charity. Need to be in Auckland about 10ish - can do a tiki-tour back


What time are you thinking of leaving, about 8:30? I might be interested.

Yep looks like me and Trina (maybe Nigel & kerry) heading up for this. 8.15 am departure (sharp) - straight there and maybe back Clevedon way

[kb_SF1]

sorry, double booked and the scallop festival at Whitianga won, I'm sure you understand.

KB

[Murray]

sorry, double booked and the scallop festival at Whitianga won, I'm sure you understand.

KB

Sorry, who are you????

ANYONE keen for Sunday charity ride (see previous page) - I'm a definate (unless pissing down)

[\m/]

Bikes in at Boyds after a dog ran out in front of me on monday morning so I won't be able to go. Left shoulder a bit bruised and swollen too.

[BigAl]

Bikes in at Boyds after a dog ran out in front of me on monday morning so I won't be able to go. Left shoulder a bit bruised and swollen too.

Bugger mate :blink:, much damage?

[Murray]

remember hitting a dog years ago - me and pillion ended up ambulanced but no real damage apart from some concussion of the pillion

[\m/]

Right fairing, mirror and exhaust scraped, top fairing broken around left mirror, brake lever and pedal bent. Frame is also scraped above top right engine mount where the oggy knobb bracket broke. Frame damage is only cosmetic (not bent or cracked) so hopefully it's repairable.

[BigAl]

Damn that would rip ya nightie, hope it is repaired quickly.

[STJim]

I am the ride leader for the Ulysses ride on 30 September. We are meeting at Te Awamutu Caltex to leave at 9.30 am to head for Te Kuiti or morning tea at Tiffany's.
We are hopeing that some of the King Country crew might join us and show us around their back roads. If not we will make a decision where to go which may even include Ohura and Taumarunui or Kopaki Road and then to Aria. I am hoping that Shafty might turn up. He lives at Matiere these days.

[Murray]

Could be a GOER

Friday 21 Fine with light winds.
Saturday 22 Fine with light winds

Sunday to follow tomorrow

3 of us represented LOR at the Fatbikers cancer charity ride on Sunday - Got absolutely drenched heading up but once past Mercer and all the way back was pretty good. Bout 80 odd bikes there (bout 10 can-ams - weird looking things) and a good group of fellow bikers - all good fun in the end.

[ckai]

Yeah Sunday is meant to be a good 'um. Maybe a little windy but at least there won't be rain.

[Murray]

Saturday 22 Fine apart from morning cloud. Light winds.
Sunday 23 Fine. Northerly breezes.

DESTINATION IS PORT WAKATO - Details in Calendar. Leaving 10.30 Kingsgate Hotel Carpark $10 breakfast available at Hotel

[kevie]

Hi peoples .... I'm still around.... miss the rides :(

Been pretty crook and in hospital in Hamilton then spent a spell in Tauranga hospital ...... re-recuperating now and looking forward to getting along on a ride again with you guys :)

[slofox]

Still awaiting parts for The Vixen...:argh:

[Murray]

Hi peoples .... I'm still around.... miss the rides :(

Been pretty crook and in hospital in Hamilton then spent a spell in Tauranga hospital ...... re-recuperating now and looking forward to getting along on a ride again with you guys :)

Sorry to hear you have been crook - hope the recovery is going well.

Rides on for this Sunday

Saturday 22 Fine with morning frosts. Light winds.
Sunday 23 Fine with morning frosts. Light winds

[roadrash_69]

I missed meeting cause I was up the road .. a bit!



However will be there on Sunday ...

[ckai]

I missed meeting cause I was up the road .. a bit!



However will be there on Sunday ...


Dude! I told you to turn left - NOT right! :laugh:

[insomnia01]

taking pillion out to lunch on Sunday @ Nikau Caves & Cafe :lol::killingme:killingme:rofl: Had to put sheepskin seat cover back on for someones comfort, should be a bit of humour after our last outing :bash: best leave the comms set at home, can't handle the million & one friggin Q's the entire ride
Hoping to break her in before Northland trip labour weekend :killingme TIME TO RIDE PEOPLE !!!!!

[Murray]

Sunday 23
Fine, with early morning frosts in sheltered places. Light winds.

Come on peoples get those bikes out - no reason not to

PLEASE register in calendar section so we do not leave without you

[roadrash_69]

Have heard this is some of the best riding and I am going to do it soon.

Would love the company so help me plan a better than average trip.

I remember a couple of the LOR crew were interested and now it's time to get this official.
Lots of rides coming up. So would like this one out of the way within the next month.

I am thinking first weekend in October. 5th - 7th. So take off Friday morning.

Map is up for discussion as you lot know the area better than I do.

http://goo.gl/maps/SNECN

[Murray]

Have heard this is some of the best riding and I am going to do it soon.
Would love the company so help me plan a better than average trip.

I remember a couple of the LOR crew were interested and now it's time to get this official.
Lots of rides coming up. So would like this one out of the way within the next month.

I am thinking first weekend in October. 5th - 7th. So take off Friday morning.

Map is up for discussion as you lot know the area better than I do.

http://goo.gl/maps/SNECN

Think about this

http://www.bikesbluesandhotrods.com/

[roadrash_69]

Think about this

http://www.bikesbluesandhotrods.com/

how did i make bikes and boobs out of that :p

and that is like 6 months away :(

[Murray]

how did i make bikes and boobs out of that :p

and that is like 6 months away :(

Its a good reson to do the forgotten highway - boys trip away!!!

Ulysses quiz night tonight at commerce club - we will be there bout 6.45

[Maha]

Its a good reson to do the forgotten highway - boys trip away!!!

Ulysses quiz night tonight at commerce club - we will be there bout 6.45

Be full of questions about WWII wont it?...:cool:

[Murray]

Be full of questions about WWII wont it?...:cool:

James Bond comes up regularly (well it did in the one we went to)
Chance to see how smart they really are????

[wharekura]

Sunday 23
Come on peoples get those bikes out - no reason not to
I want to come on the mighty hyo but a bit nervy after my last incident (back wheel locking up) - how long kms wise is the round trip planned to be?

[Murray]

I want to come on the mighty hyo but a bit nervy after my last incident (back wheel locking up) - how long kms wise is the round trip planned to be?

Given that we may well come back through Pokeno onto the motorway I wouldnt think it would be any longer that 220-230 kms max

[insomnia01]

Have heard this is some of the best riding and I am going to do it soon.

Would love the company so help me plan a better than average trip.


awesome ride that one but could be a long day in the saddle if your still on the 250

[kb_SF1]

thanks for a great ride Murray, food was good as well. Got 2 packets of whitebait from the camp so dinner is sorted tonite.
Came home on churchill rd, quick way over to rangariri and huntly. even the shingle section was in good condition with almost no traffic. Pitty we missed it on the way over maybe another day.

KB

[caseye]

Thanks guys and girls for taking care of Ratbag aka Mrs Caseye.
Her Nonda is alright after suffering a water redistribution problem, Going to DPC on Mon or Tues for a check up and any remedial work needed.
She had a ball and was well chuffed with being able to ride with you lot. can't think why, nothing special really, well OK, cept for GB, Murray, Kerry an that Wayne fella ( I heard ya, WHO?) cheers guys and girls much appreciated.
if I missed anyone out feel free to come kick me in the leg next time you see me on a bike.
Swung a leg over the Nonda this arvo, was Soooooooo tempted to go for a wee blat, but refrained, drat, drat an double drat, shoulda, Na shouldn't a.

[philmc]

ROADRASH, could be very keen but why three days.Pressure at work rules three days out, but would be quite doable in too.BE interested to hear other opinions.

[Warr]

........
Came home on churchill rd, quick way over to rangariri and huntly. even the shingle section was in good condition with almost no traffic. Pitty we missed it on the way over maybe another day.

KB
Never been that way, but sure looks interesting. I vote Kerry lead some time !

[wharekura]

What way did we go on the way there, trying to track it on google maps. im curious about that short cut we were suppose to take

[Murray]

What way did we go on the way there, trying to track it on google maps. im curious about that short cut we were suppose to take

We went all the way down Heatherington road until it met with SH22 - If you look at the calendar ride it will tell you the short cut ride

[Murray]

I am the ride leader for the Ulysses ride on 30 September. We are meeting at Te Awamutu Caltex to leave at 9.30 am to head for Te Kuiti or morning tea at Tiffany's.
We are hopeing that some of the King Country crew might join us and show us around their back roads. If not we will make a decision where to go which may even include Ohura and Taumarunui or Kopaki Road and then to Aria. I am hoping that Shafty might turn up. He lives at Matiere these days.

Ride on for this Sunday coming if anyone interested

I will be working so am out

[roadrash_69]

ROADRASH, could be very keen but why three days.Pressure at work rules three days out, but would be quite doable in too.BE interested to hear other opinions.

If that map looks ok then yeah I am cool with 2 days.
Any idea on a good place to stay down there ?

[ckai]

Ride on for this Sunday coming if anyone interested

I will be working so am out

Might be able to slot this one in. Pretty much finished the deck railing (some 2+ months later) and the bike should actually be rego'd. The old man will be keen if his bike/leg/whatever still isn't playing up. Heading out today or tomorrow to have a look at an Intruder 250 for Mumsy so may add her to the mix also if we can tear her away from the phone. In saying that, it'll probably just be me :)

Has anyone tried riding a cruiser (like real cruiser-cruiser) after riding a sportsbike? Holy crap, where'd the bloody pegs go?!?!?!?! It seems unnatural pulling away from a stop and not just lifting your leg straight up to put on the peg. What's with this peg's-all-the-way-by-the-front-wheel bollucks? Crazy stuff.:weird: haha

[wharekura]

Has anyone tried riding a cruiserI started out on road bikes 20 years ago and now back on cruisers. After 10 months of riding it I am still finding it hard to take the corners - so thinking of flicking it off for a road bike.

[5150]

Has anyone tried riding a cruiser (like real cruiser-cruiser) after riding a sportsbike? Holy crap, where'd the bloody pegs go?!?!?!?! It seems unnatural pulling away from a stop and not just lifting your leg straight up to put on the peg. What's with this peg's-all-the-way-by-the-front-wheel bollucks? Crazy stuff.:weird: haha

Well, after owning sports bikes for most of my life, I just recently bought a brand new Bonneville. I guess that qualifies for a cruiser...???:baby:

[BigAl]

Well, after owning sports bikes for most of my life, I just recently bought a brand new Bonneville. I guess that qualifies for a cruiser...???:baby:

OMG, have you gone mad:weird:

Still got the hornet and triumph?

[5150]

OMG, have you gone mad:weird:

Still got the hornet and triumph?

Weeelllll, I got a Triumph... And, no, haven't gone mad. just mid life crises me thinks. :pinch:

Plus I always liked Bonnevilles, ever since my father took me to see Great Escape when I was a little lad. The king of cool rode one, so I always wanted one ever since.

[BigAl]

Weeelllll, I got a Triumph... And, no, haven't gone mad. just mid life crises me thinks. :pinch:

Plus I always liked Bonnevilles, ever since my father took me to see Great Escape when I was a little lad. The king of cool rode one, so I always wanted one ever since.

Let me guess, a Steve McQueen T100?

They are in fact very nice.

[5150]

Let me guess, a Steve McQueen T100?

They are in fact very nice.

I wish. A, too expensive and all pre sold. Naah, just the A1 Mag model with megaphone pipes. Don't like the P shooters. Thruxton would have been nice but I think Bonnie looks nicer. And i got a good deal

[Geeen]

Was it you that bought the Gold Bonnie my wife was lusting over??

[5150]

Was it you that bought the Gold Bonnie my wife was lusting over??

Yes, thats the one :)

[ckai]

Well, after owning sports bikes for most of my life, I just recently bought a brand new Bonneville. I guess that qualifies for a cruiser...???:baby:

Na Bonnies don't count. Their pegs are in the right place ;)


I wish. A, too expensive and all pre sold. Naah, just the A1 Mag model with megaphone pipes. Don't like the P shooters. Thruxton would have been nice but I think Bonnie looks nicer. And i got a good deal

Yip gotta do the megaphones. Personally, I would have gone Thruxton over bonnie.


Was it you that bought the Gold Bonnie my wife was lusting over??

Gold??? [scampers to Mr Google for some question answering]

Now that is a cool colour. I dig that a lot.


I started out on road bikes 20 years ago and now back on cruisers. After 10 months of riding it I am still finding it hard to take the corners - so thinking of flicking it off for a road bike.

With my short rides I've done on them for the last few days, I find I just lean on the corners as opposed to the Daytona were I attack them. Of course, that's mainly how I've been taught but there's not way I could ride the same. You certainly just cruise on them. I couldn't imagine trying to go nuts on one.

[5150]

Yip gotta do the megaphones. Personally, I would have gone Thruxton over bonnie.



Gold??? [scampers to Mr Google for some question answering]

Now that is a cool colour. I dig that a lot.


Funny thing is that apparently you can modify the Bonnie to become Thruxton, Most parts are interchangable.

I originally wanted black colour but there were aparently none in the country, so I would have to wait 3-4 weeks and pay bit more $$. This Gold one has grown on me and was a shop demo with only 300 kms on the clock. Got a sweet deal, free 12mnths reg, free servicing and a leather Triumph Jacket.

Which all up would have been around $1500 or so. So was pretty happy

[ckai]

Funny thing is that apparently you can modify the Bonnie to become Thruxton, Most parts are interchangable.

I originally wanted black colour but there were aparently none in the country, so I would have to wait 3-4 weeks and pay bit more $$. This Gold one has grown on me and was a shop demo with only 300 kms on the clock. Got a sweet deal, free 12mnths reg, free servicing and a leather Triumph Jacket.

Which all up would have been around $1500 or so. So was pretty happy

That would be right. They're the same chassis and tank aren't they? Hell, ya just need some clip ons, different seat and rear guard and you're pretty much there. Unless you wanna make an Ace Cafe Special (http://www.pipeburn.com/home/2010/11/27/triumph-thruxton-ace-cafe-904-special.html) :love:

Good deal. You had to have a classis jacket if you're riding a classic trumpy...it's the rules :)

[5150]

That would be right. They're the same chassis and tank aren't they? Hell, ya just need some clip ons, different seat and rear guard and you're pretty much there. Unless you wanna make an Ace Cafe Special (http://www.pipeburn.com/home/2010/11/27/triumph-thruxton-ace-cafe-904-special.html) :love:

Good deal. You had to have a classis jacket if you're riding a classic trumpy...it's the rules :)

That is a one sexy cafe racer. Already ordered the M bars and Napoleon bar end mirrors for mine. Next is to get rid of those stock pipes and put some nice sounding ones. I am thinking Thunderbike pipes. Heard lots of good things about them. And yes, the jacket is period correct for the Bonnie. ;)

[BigAl]

Got the flying helmit, goggles and great coat like in your avatar:bleh:

Up for the ride Sunday?

Thinking about it although 9:30 meeting time is actually going to be 8:30 as daylight saving starts Sat night:sleep:

[5150]

Got the flying helmit, goggles and great coat like in your avatar:bleh:

Up for the ride Sunday?

Thinking about it although 9:30 meeting time is actually going to be 8:30 as daylight saving starts Sat night:sleep:

HAHA, Got the Pee Pot, yes, a scarf and some sharkys. Was thinking about the flying goggles just for a lough. Could be keen for a ride, weather permitting...

[ckai]

That is a one sexy cafe racer. Already ordered the M bars and Napoleon bar end mirrors for mine. Next is to get rid of those stock pipes and put some nice sounding ones. I am thinking Thunderbike pipes. Heard lots of good things about them. And yes, the jacket is period correct for the Bonnie. ;)

The thunderbike pipes are really pricey aren't they? Bar end mirrors are a must on any nekked bike.


Got the flying helmit, goggles and great coat like in your avatar:bleh:


Doesn't Slofox have some goggles? Every time I think of goggles on a classic bike I always think of this...


http://youtu.be/0zKWxVxIPyc

[5150]

The thunderbike pipes are really pricey aren't they? Bar end mirrors are a must on any nekked bike.



$1250 for Thunderbike ones, which is the same as the std aftermarket triumph ones. Still need the new remap. Arrows are $2500 for a full set. But from what I have seen and heard, Thunderbike ones sound the nicest

[insomnia01]

Map is up for discussion as you lot know the area better than I do.


An alternative if you like, still got gravel but scattered over @ 10km you meet SH43 at Tahora @ 3km from Moki tunnel then onto Whangamomona pub :niceone:

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[Geeen]

$1250 for Thunderbike ones, which is the same as the std aftermarket triumph ones. Still need the new remap. Arrows are $2500 for a full set. But from what I have seen and heard, Thunderbike ones sound the nicest

Try looking at www.Britishcustoms.com they got oodles of goodies for trumpies, from clocks to 1200cc kits for bonnies.... Their predator pipes are horn

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[roadrash_69]

ok got my new shiney bike ..

no pics you will see it on a ride sometime.

however my little hornet needs a new home and it's on $1 auction .. it needs to go.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=518078647

someones getting a bargain ... please pass it on .. its only for 3 days.

[roadrash_69]

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looks pretty damn good to me

dates are not in stone ... and I can't do the 6/7 Oct. .. I am ok for 13/14 and the following weekend labour weekend 20/21/22 ?

>> Calendar Entry HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=3043&day=2012-10-13&c=all) <<

[insomnia01]

looks pretty damn good to me

dates are not in stone ... and I can't do the 6/7 Oct. .. I am ok for 13/14 and the following weekend labour weekend 20/21/22 ?

>> Calendar Entry HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=3043&day=2012-10-13&c=all) <<

its my preferred route that I have done a few times, good day ride if you dont muck around although you are looking at staying overnight somewhere which wont bother you :sleep: I'll keep an eye open for dates that you choose & see if I can tag along, happy to lead :msn-wink: but will make a day trip of it

[Murray]

little hornet needs a new home and it's on $1 auction .. it needs to go.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=518078647

Does it come with a tightened chain??? Slowly moving up good luck with it.

Boy insomnia's map makes this page slow to load!!

[roadrash_69]

Does it come with a tightened chain??? Slowly moving up good luck with it.



Didn't check :p

[Murray]

ok got my new shiney bike ..
however my little hornet needs a new home and it's on $1 auction .. it needs to go.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=518078647

someones getting a bargain ... please pass it on .. its only for 3 days.

Up over a grand - will keep going up, hopefully


I am the ride leader for the Ulysses ride on 30 September. We are meeting at Te Awamutu Caltex to leave at 9.30 am to head for Te Kuiti or morning tea at Tiffany's.
We are hopeing that some of the King Country crew might join us and show us around their back roads. If not we will make a decision where to go which may even include Ohura and Taumarunui or Kopaki Road and then to Aria. I am hoping that Shafty might turn up. He lives at Matiere these days.

Reminder for ride on Sunday - enjoy and ride safe those going on it and remember day light saving Saturday night

Sunday 30
Fine, cloud increasing at night. Westerlies developing.

[roadrash_69]

Up over a grand - will keep going up, hopefully



Reminder for ride on Sunday - enjoy and ride safe those going on it and remember day light saving Saturday night

Sunday 30
Fine, cloud increasing at night. Westerlies developing.

way over a grand .. i should have just kept it.. what a gold mine :) lol

As for todays riding ... SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEET AZ!

I :love: my shiny new :scooter:

Lots of crappy roadworks out by/to/from Piriongia .. Raglan roads all good. And out the back of Morrinsville absolutely bliss.

Anyone else from this LOR going on the run tomorrow? Would be good to know someone there.

Oh and I updated calendar for The Forgotten World Highway Cruise (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=3043&day=2012-10-14&c=all)

[BigAl]

Yeah RR I'll be there tomorrow, hope to see a shiney new gold triumph hint hint....;)

[shonofear]

any chance i could get the details for tomorrows run ?
pretty keen as im now on a Street Triple yet to be riden on some twisties.
approx how long will the ride be as well.

cheers, hope to maybe tag along

EDIT
wait a sec, are you biys from down SOuth ? not AUckland area :(

[BigAl]

any chance i could get the details for tomorrows run ?
pretty keen as im now on a Street Triple yet to be riden on some twisties.
approx how long will the ride be

I'm from Hams! Yeah to go on this ride you'd be leaving Aucks around 7:30, all I know about the ride is what Murray has posted, 9:30 at Caltex Te Awamutu, then ride south.
There plenty of twisties south of TeK.

[5150]

Yeah RR I'll be there tomorrow, hope to see a shiney new gold triumph hint hint....;)

I just done run down to Te Kuiti today, back through Arapuni. Have to work tomorow so it was the only chance I got. Bonnie is going for its 1000 km service next week

[BigAl]

I just done run down to Te Kuiti today, back through Arapuni. Have to work tomorow so it was the only chance I got. Bonnie is going for its 1000 km service next week

No worries mate, next time eh?

[philmc]

Got family calling through tomorow,so no ride.bike looks good RR .keep it upright and enjoy the experience.

[roadrash_69]

Is it worth meeting at BP Connect Tristam St. (Hamilton) for the LOR guys to head down to Te Awamutu.
I will be leaving from their at 8:45am sharp if anyone wants to cruise down with me!

[Pumbaa]

sweet as will see you at bp 8-45

[Murray]

sweet as will see you at bp 8-45

Nice to see you back out on the bike Glen - we were talking about you just the other day - all good of course

[roadrash_69]

Photo taken of across the road from Tiffany's Cafe in Te Kuiti

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That would be Glen in the middle me thinks.

[Murray]

Good night at the Clubrooms; especially with Waikato giving Taranaki a belting.

A number havent been able to ride for a few weeks and with the weather looking good for Sunday a ride must be on - still some will need to dust the cobwebs

Leaving Kingsgate Hotel carpark at 10.30am - $10 breakfast still available from 9.30

Cakendar entry is up

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3045&c=1

Please register so we do not leave anyone behind

Note: Milan leads and at ALL intersections where there is a choice of direction the 2nd rider to the intersection (milan 1st) waits until Tail End Charlie arrives and they can then filter through at their own pace.

[5150]

Sunday on the couch watching Bathurst for me :yes::bleh:

[roadrash_69]

LINK HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/152669-Hampton-Downs-rider-training-for-road-riders-by-Roadsafe-Rider)

If anyone else is going up to this from Hamilton. Two of us so far will be leaving from the BP Connect, Tristam Street, Hamilton at 08:00 sharp if you would like to cruise up with us.

Also shameless plug for another worthwhile ride...

The Forgotten World Highway Cruise (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=3043&day=2012-10-14&c=all)

[ckai]

Sunday on the couch watching Bathurst for me :yes::bleh:

Too right. Although Number 2 is cutting it fine to grace us with her presence. Brooke has given her a stern talking to, either arrive before Sunday or after. We shall see if she's a selfish tart or not :)

I really could do with a ride though. Cars having biffo for 6 hours takes top honours though.

[Geeen]

Too right. Although Number 2 is cutting it fine to grace us with her presence. Brooke has given her a stern talking to, either arrive before Sunday or after. We shall see if she's a selfish tart or not :)

I really could do with a ride though. Cars having biffo for 6 hours takes top honours though.

Thats what Saturday is for.......

[5150]

Thats what Saturday is for.......

My Bonnie is in the Shop for its first 1000 km service and the new cafe racer bars go on. I am hoping it will all be completed on Saturday :love:
Maybe I could squeaze in a ride then.

[ckai]

Thats what Saturday is for.......

Or finishing the deck railing that's been on going for a stupid amount of time.


My Bonnie is in the Shop for its first 1000 km service and the new cafe racer bars go on. I am hoping it will all be completed on Saturday :love:
Maybe I could squeaze in a ride then.

WOOOOHOOOO racer time!:scooter:

[Murray]

I really could do with a ride though. Cars having biffo for 6 hours takes top honours though.

:zzzz::yawn:

Should be back by 3 so you can watch the last 3 hours

:zzzz::yawn:

[ckai]

:zzzz::yawn:

Should be back by 3 so you can watch the last 3 hours

:zzzz::yawn:

But then I'll miss the start...and the first hour - that's really exciting when they settle into it and stop thinking it's a sprint race...

and I'd miss the 2nd hour which is cool because the engineers are having second thoughts on their strategy so they tell them to go faster...

and the 3rd hour is one of the best cause there's crap loads of pit stops since it's the middle and there'll be heaps of safety cars 'cause that's the longest they've raced this season.

See?

Heaps of action :D

[5150]

Or finishing the deck railing that's been on going for a stupid amount of time.


I help you with the railing, you weed my garden, then we'll go for a ride to the pub for a beer :drinknsin

[Murray]

But then I'll miss the start...and the first hour - that's really exciting when they settle into it and stop thinking it's a sprint race...

The first Hour = the hash browns - ogle Nevs new bike - fix nevs new bike, leave Hamilton



and I'd miss the 2nd hour which is cool because the engineers are having second thoughts on their strategy so they tell them to go faster...

The 2nd hour waterworks road? Te miro rd, french pass, hobbiton road
Big fish burger at Okoroire - talking shit with bikers



and the 3rd hour is one of the best cause there's crap loads of pit stops since it's the middle and there'll be heaps of safety cars 'cause that's the longest they've raced this season.

The 3rd hour head home to have a cold one and watch the end of SIX hours of cars going round and round and catch up with whats happened when they keep repeating the days action.

See?

Heaps of action

[ckai]

I help you with the railing, you weed my garden, then we'll go for a ride to the pub for a beer :drinknsin

My railing is nearly finished (3 more pieces of timber to put up) and I bet your bloody garden is as bad as ours was 2 weeks ago. I was considering spraying it and buying new plants!

You would have been on if you offered 1 month ago :)


The first Hour = the hash browns - ogle Nevs new bike - fix nevs new bike, leave Hamilton



The 2nd hour waterworks road? Te miro rd, french pass, hobbiton road
Big fish burger at Okoroire - talking shit with bikers



The 3rd hour head home to have a cold one and watch the end of SIX hours of cars going round and round and catch up with whats happened when they keep repeating the days action.

See?

Heaps of action

haha At least it's not 6 hours or nascar (circles) or the dirty dirt speedway (circles). That shit would bore me.

[roadrash_69]

The first Hour = the hash browns - ogle Nevs new bike - fix nevs new bike, leave Hamilton


The 2nd hour waterworks road? Te miro rd, french pass, hobbiton road
Big fish burger at Okoroire - talking shit with bikers



:yawn:

mmmmm my shiny new bike :scooter:
mmm fish burger

HOLDEN = Hold on love damn engines knackered
FORD = Fixed or repaired daily
PONTIAC = Poor ol' Nigel thinks it's a Chev :)

[insomnia01]

you weed my garden, :drinknsin

Glyphosate 540 :yes::yes::yes: Say no more.........

[5150]

Glyphosate 540 :yes::yes::yes: Say no more.........

That sounds like explosives.....:shit:


I love blowing shit up :devil2:

[kevie]

That sounds like explosives.....:shit:


I love blowing shit up :devil2:


:psst: Glyphosate 540 ........A broad spectrum, high strength water-soluble herbicide for non-selective control of many annual and perennial weeds.

:chase: Dam .... what am I doing on here >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Bathurst is about to start

[Murray]

Great ride today - 9 bikes (4 females on ride) - Where are you blokes??

Te Maro - French pass?/ fabulous - roads all good even the little bit of gravel.

[ckai]

Great ride today - 9 bikes (4 females on ride) - Where are you blokes??

Being real men??

[Grant`]

Planning on coming along next Sunday for one of these now I am living in Cambridge, is the location as mentioned in the first post on Kahikatea still meeting point? and what time do you normally meet?

Cheers

Grant

[Geeen]

Good night at the Clubrooms; especially with Waikato giving Taranaki a belting.

A number havent been able to ride for a few weeks and with the weather looking good for Sunday a ride must be on - still some will need to dust the cobwebs

Leaving Kingsgate Hotel carpark at 10.30am - $10 breakfast still available from 9.30

Cakendar entry is up

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3045&c=1

Please register so we do not leave anyone behind

Note: Milan leads and at ALL intersections where there is a choice of direction the 2nd rider to the intersection (milan 1st) waits until Tail End Charlie arrives and they can then filter through at their own pace.


Planning on coming along next Sunday for one of these now I am living in Cambridge, is the location as mentioned in the first post on Kahikatea still meeting point? and what time do you normally meet?

Cheers

Grant

The above is usually the norm. The KingsGate is basically opposite the Road and Sport service entrance

[Murray]

Planning on coming along next Sunday for one of these now I am living in Cambridge, is the location as mentioned in the first post on Kahikatea still meeting point? and what time do you normally meet?

Cheers

Grant

Keep an eye on the calendar - rides usually go up Thursdays after discussion and a few bevies at the rapa tavern on the Wednesday night. Rides generally are weather forecast dependent and we usually ride 2 or 3 times a month during the summer.

[Murray]

No ride planned for this weekend as people away - bikes under repair etc etc

If you are looking at getting away you could try this

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=3043&day=2012-10-14&c=all

Alternatively Nev could advise a few approx times and you could met up at Taurmarunui or something. I think he has changed his route to going down through New Plymouth and back up to Whangomongona.

[caseye]

There's always the Pink Ribbon Ride on Sunday up in Dorkland.
Heres da linky thingy.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/content.php/140-WIMA-Auckland-9th-Annual-Pink-Ribbon-Motorcycle-Charity-Ride-Sunday-14-10-12

[kb_SF1]

Went up to Ardmore and had a close and personal look at the mosquito, and watch Glynn Powell go for a fly, away for a long time apparrently went over to Pauanui. A great way to spend a sunny Friday.
Also had a good look at the ex Tim Wallace spitfire rebuild, coming along nicely and the Bonne ran exceptionally well.
I'll put some photos up as soon a sI can get can.

KB

[caseye]

Went up to Ardmore and had a close and personal look at the mosquito, and watch Glynn Powell go for a fly, away for a long time apparrently went over to Pauanui. A great way to spend a sunny Friday.
Also had a good look at the ex Tim Wallace spitfire rebuild, coming along nicely and the Bonne ran exceptionally well.
I'll put some photos up as soon a sI can get can.

KB

Please do put some photo's up, that'd be nice. Got some of my own Sunday 2 weeks ago but more is always good, saw Tim's' old bird in my mates hanger with fuselage and wings both rebuilt and ready to go back together about 2 years ago. These things do take time.
Isn't that Mossie just bewdiful?

[Murray]

If you have a spare 25 minutes to spend

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153752-Superbikers-70s-doco

Real bikes

[Murray]

Boy this year is going fast -
I'm being tool man Tim on my bike this weekend and it looks like its going to be wet so if ANYONE wants to arrange a ride over the long weekend GO FOR IT!!!

Good turn out at the Clubrooms last night and some discussion on an Auckland Anniversary Ride January 26th, 27th 28th January 2013.

About 6-8 prospective riders SO FAR!
Route to be determined but Gentle Annie will be there and the East Cape will be included on way back. 2 nights away and approx 1200 kms. More to follow from Chief Organiser Milan!

Milan, heres a link to that East Cape thread I mentioned

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153331-Fuel-at-East-Cape?highlight=EAST+CAPE

[ckai]

Boy this year is going fast -
I'm being tool man Tim on my bike this weekend and it looks like its going to be wet so if ANYONE wants to arrange a ride over the long weekend GO FOR IT!!!

Good turn out at the Clubrooms last night and some discussion on an Auckland Anniversary Ride January 26th, 27th 28th January 2013.

About 6-8 prospective riders SO FAR!
Route to be determined but Gentle Annie will be there and the East Cape will be included on way back. 2 nights away and approx 1200 kms. More to follow from Chief Organiser Milan!

Milan, heres a link to that East Cape thread I mentioned

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153331-Fuel-at-East-Cape?highlight=EAST+CAPE

This sounds cool. The good news is Brooke may even be keen to jump on this (god knows we've been wanting to do something like this since we got on bikes).

I'd say she'll be dead keen for the next local ride as well since she lost about 3.5kg's in the early hours of this mourning ;) I'm even going to be nice for the next little while and baby sit while she goes on rides since she's be hanging out so much to get back on Sonic II and finally wear her new gear.:banana:

[BigAl]

Congrats mate :clap:, although Mum might like getting out on the bike and you'll be left at home:baby:

[roadrash_69]

This sounds cool. The good news is Brooke may even be keen to jump on this (god knows we've been wanting to do something like this since we got on bikes).

I'd say she'll be dead keen for the next local ride as well since she lost about 3.5kg's in the early hours of this mourning ;) I'm even going to be nice for the next little while and baby sit while she goes on rides since she's be hanging out so much to get back on Sonic II and finally wear her new gear.:banana:

Sounds like a congrats is in order :) well done ! :2thumbsup

[insomnia01]

2 nights away and approx 1200 kms. More to follow from Chief Organiser Milan!

good day ride that !!!!:drool: forget the coast route from Wairoa to Gisborne head inland up through Tiniroto :2thumbsup

[Misred]

This sounds cool. The good news is Brooke may even be keen to jump on this (god knows we've been wanting to do something like this since we got on bikes).

I'd say she'll be dead keen for the next local ride as well since she lost about 3.5kg's in the early hours of this mourning ;) I'm even going to be nice for the next little while and baby sit while she goes on rides since she's be hanging out so much to get back on Sonic II and finally wear her new gear.:banana:

AWESOME news, congrats on the new arrival guys :baby: hope to see you 2 ,3 er 4 soon :baby:

[rideon]

good day ride that !!!!:drool: forget the coast route from Wairoa to Gisborne head inland up through Tiniroto :2thumbsup

Thanks mate - done , distance is about the same from memory. Day ride easy as ,but we have some tender bots we gotta consider :crybaby:

[rideon]

THE INAUGRAL LOR ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND CRUISE !!!! !!!!!


Route has been set, accommodation planned & tentatively booked , good weather on the way , after all it will be summer, so here are the details you all need for the moment :

Anniversary weekend - January 26th - 28th 2013

Route :

Day 1 - Hamilton - Whakamaru - Turangi - Taihape - Napier via the recently sealed Gentle Annie - 455 Kms

Day 2 - Napier - Wairoa - Gisborne - East cape as far as Waihau bay - 450 Kms

Day 3 - Waihau Bay - Opotiki - Rotorua = Hamilton - 340 Kms

DEPARTURE - Kingsgate Hotel - 9.00 AM Sharp


Accommodation :

Saturday 26th - Art Deco Masonic Hotel - Napier

$105 double/twin share
$95 single

You need to book ASAP as it is a long weekend. Doubles and twin shares can be finalised when exact numbers & who is coming is known. When you book by Ph or e-mail, mention LOR to get the discount negotiated. $10 per bike for secure under cover parking also available. Also of note is that they have a free cancellation policy. Hotel is on Marine Parade & very close to all amenities

Link to Hotel for booking - masonic.co.nz


Sunday 27th - Waihau Bay Lodge

Cabins only - 4 booked that have a double & 2 singles each = 16 beds. 1 more cabin can be booked if required, but we'll need to be quick. Again, configuration details can be finalised when numbers & riders known ( Its only 1 night folks :grouphug:)

$30 per cabin - bedding & towels provided.

Very nice pub only a step or two away , Fish n chips if you want, and more importantly - GAS !! - which we will all need.

No website, but if you google map - Waihau Bay lodge, & street view it, you will get the idea.

This will be a ride your own ride with maps supplied & a main re-group at lunchtime OR venue/location, to be advised. There will not be a TEC nor a rider waiting at intersections, Day 1 & Day 2 will both be a full days ride, but very do-able for all that have ridden with us.

Ride will be posted in the Calender shortly - Please Register ASAP & don't forget to book in at the Masonic.

[Misred]

[QUOTE=rideon;1130417453]
THE INAUGRAL LOR ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND CRUISE !!!! !!!!!


Im IN.... Who else :banana:

[insomnia01]

could be keen for this.......

[IkieBikie]

I'm in and have registered in the calendar

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3046&c=1

[insomnia01]

could be keen for this.......

I'm in, Acc booked, this will be a cool loop :yes::yes::yes:......

[Murray]

Sunday 27th - Waihau Bay Lodge

Cabins only - 4 booked that have a double & 2 singles each = 16 beds.

4 Cabins with 3 beds a room = 12 beds - bags not share a double with Neville

Oh yeah - have sent an email booking for 26th at Masonic Napier for me and Trina

[wharekura]

[CENTER]...Day 1 & Day 2 will both be a full days ride, but very do-able for all that have ridden with us.
I wish that was the case :) the wind the past few weeks (as I ride every day) has been crap - maybe the bike is too lite or im still a crap rider after a year of trying, most likely the latter. I accidentally put on weight to try and help things

[MystikEagle]

4 Cabins with 3 beds a room = 12 beds - bags not share a double with Neville

Sorry mate, it's a double and 2 singles in each cabin, makes 4 beds
4 cabins with 4 beds each makes 16 beds :)

I will :shutup: now...

[IkieBikie]

Sorry mate, it's a double and 2 singles in each cabin, makes 4 beds
4 cabins with 4 beds each makes 16 beds :)

I will :shutup: now...

A double (as with a queen or King) is ONE bed and 2 singles = 2 Beds therefore 1 x Double (1 bed) and 2 x singles = 3 beds in total - comprehende

[insomnia01]

maybe the bike is too lite or im still a crap rider after a year of trying, most likely the latter.

MATE !!! the wind over the past few days is enough to put anyone off riding, regardless of rider/bike weight we all feel it..... :shit:

[rideon]

I'm in, Acc booked, this will be a cool loop :yes::yes::yes:......

Hoping you mean accommodation is booked & you are not pre-booking Acc :eek:

[roadrash_69]

bags not share a double with Neville



fark off eh Murray !

[Misred]

fark off eh Murray !

Now now Candy :girlfight:

[insomnia01]

Hoping you mean accommodation is booked & you are not pre-booking Acc :eek:

:facepalm: got me there !!!

[MystikEagle]

A double (as with a queen or King) is ONE bed and 2 singles = 2 Beds therefore 1 x Double (1 bed) and 2 x singles = 3 beds in total - comprehende

:Oops: My bad! I was counting people, not seperate beds... :facepalm:

[bones135]

If anyones heading this way sometime....drop me a line. Would like to meet up say Thames, Waihi?? Follow the group on the loop, kinda boring riding it alone :laugh: Or chuck me a txt...whatever :cool:

[mapsanji]

I'm in ...booking done :yes:

[bones135]

Thinking about heading from here to Whanga, Waihi, Paeroa, Thames & either back up Coro to home or back through Tairua tomorrow if anyones interested.....only if its fine, got a frekin cold im trying to get rid of, lmao

[BigAl]

Hey Bones, I see a group from Auckers is meeting at Kopu 10am tomorrow.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153557-Coro-loop-Labour-Weekend/page8

[bones135]

Cheers for that, ill have a looksee

[STJim]

Today Ulysses had it's annual 500 miler planned. I was down at the start at 7.00 am this morning. Apart from me it was a complete no show. everyone had read the Weather forcast. I came home and I am now contemplating the rain outside.
Our ride is now rescheduled for tomorrow. Probably just David Coy and myself. Meeting at 7.30 am at Morrinsville Mobil heading for Te Araroa to collect Poker cards for the Ulysses 4 Points of the Compass Poker run which finishs in Palmerston North next Saturday evening.
Forcast for tomorrow is vast improvement on today. Anyone who is feeling like a lengthy ride is welcome to join us.

[Mrs JMK]

Well .... It may of taken a little while but yesterday I passed my Basic Handling Skills :yes::yes:

[bones135]

Well .... It may of taken a little while but yesterday I passed my Consic Handling Skills :yes::yes:

Congrats & well done....glad it wasnt that involved when i sat mine

[Misred]

Well .... It may of taken a little while but yesterday I passed my Basic Handling Skills :yes::yes:

well well... good on you girl... keep it up :)

[onelittlenurse]

Well .... It may of taken a little while but yesterday I passed my Basic Handling Skills :yes::yes:

Congrats to you!!
I did mine this year, contemplating booking my restricted in the next few weeks..
good to see more ladies having fun :bleh:

[bones135]

Congrats to you!!
I did mine this year, contemplating booking my restricted in the next few weeks..
good to see more ladies having fun :bleh:

Go for it for sure. More the merrier.

[caseye]

Well .... It may of taken a little while but yesterday I passed my Basic Handling Skills :yes::yes:

Way to go Mrs JMK!
No matter how long it takes, long as you are happy and ready to do some riding. Good on you!

[Damantis]

Just bought some new leathers and barely had a chance to wear them yet!

[Slicksta]

[QUOTE=rideon;1130417453]
THE INAUGRAL LOR ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND CRUISE !!!! !!!!!
/QUOTE]
Keen! Need to do a long ride its been a while and gentle anne has been on my target list this summer

[roadrash_69]

Sunday ride is up in the calendar.

After much deliberation LOR - Onemana Breakout (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3047&c=1) shall be the next ride and all are welcome to attend.

Click LOR - Onemana Breakout (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3047&c=1) for immediate entry and details :)

Can meetup with people along the way if you are already on the route say Paeroa.

OneLittleNurse: Targeted advertising above
Damantis: Can can get bugs all over his new leathers
Murray: Can take his new seals for a spin

[Damantis]

Sunday ride is up in the calendar.

After much deliberation LOR - Onemana Breakout (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3047&c=1) shall be the next ride and all are welcome to attend.

Click LOR - Onemana Breakout (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3047&c=1) for immediate entry and details :)

Can meetup with people along the way if you are already on the route say Paeroa.

OneLittleNurse: Targeted advertising above
Damantis: Can can get bugs all over his new leathers
Murray: Can take his new seals for a spin

Let's hope the weather holds out. Forecast for sunday is wet but Saturday looks alright.

[JafaSaffer]

Sunday ride is up in the calendar.

After much deliberation LOR - Onemana Breakout (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3047&c=1) shall be the next ride and all are welcome to attend.

Click LOR - Onemana Breakout (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3047&c=1) for immediate entry and details :)

Can meetup with people along the way if you are already on the route say Paeroa.

OneLittleNurse: Targeted advertising above
Damantis: Can can get bugs all over his new leathers
Murray: Can take his new seals for a spin

Hey, I was planning a loop the same direction on Sunday: seen here: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153935-Sunday-Ride-%2828-October-2012%29?p=1130420759#post1130420759

Could be a plan to meet up with you guys in Paeroa - What time do you estimate to arrive in Paeroa?

[roadrash_69]

Hey, I was planning a loop the same direction on Sunday: seen here: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153935-Sunday-Ride-%2828-October-2012%29?p=1130420759#post1130420759

Could be a plan to meet up with you guys in Paeroa - What time do you estimate to arrive in Paeroa?

No catchy name of ride, no calendar entry, no cool looking map .. didn't happen.

I am fairly sure we would be there by approx. 11:15 ish

[JafaSaffer]

No catchy name of ride, no calendar entry, no cool looking map .. didn't happen.

I am fairly sure we would be there by approx. 11:15 ish

Dont need a catchy name.
Google maps will surfice
Date & Time is right there

Just need a bike, some lunch & petrol money, and a few hours.

If the weather is good it will happen.

[onelittlenurse]

Let's hope the weather holds out. Forecast for sunday is wet but Saturday looks alright.

See you guys at the L and P bottle in Paeroa at about 11.15 then?


Hopefully the forecast is wrong :crazy:

[bones135]

As much as i would love to join in, i dont think ill be able to. Things to organise for the following weeken....ride to Awakeri Saturday.....do the Waioeka gorge & back Sunday....home again Monday, got a good little group for it so far :banana: So yea, sorry probably have to pass on this one.

[Murray]

Issued: 10:38pm 24 Oct
Saturday 27
Becoming cloudy, with late showers. Northwesterlies.
Sunday 28
Showers turning to rain. Northwesterlies dying out.

[Murray]

Click LOR - Onemana Breakout (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3047&c=1) for immediate entry and details :)



interesting that when you click on this link it automatically registers you???

Of course if it is to wet on Sunday or I dont get my bike fixed Skysport 3 has the motoGP from philips island live. Bummer I dont get it at home so maybe a clubrooms afternoon from 2.45pm onwards - weather and bike dependent of course

[JafaSaffer]

See you guys at the L and P bottle in Paeroa at about 11.15 then?

Hopefully the forecast is wrong :crazy:

If the weather is good Ill be there.

[bones135]

Still contemplating....reeeealy want to go but got crap i should be doing for the following weekend.....let you know Friday arvo

[BigAl]

Bugger have reles over on Sunday, it's a good ride over to Kopu. :weep:

Maybe you lot should go Saturday:whistle:

[Damantis]

Cos I'll be gutted if I wait for Sunday and it just pisses down!

[bones135]

Forecast looks god for Saturday.......crap for Sunday???

[JafaSaffer]

I have to work Saturday :mad: - so not an option for me. Weather is changing all the time... Will see Sunday. Just had my break-in service done so very eager to get out there.

[bones135]

Im going to pass on this one & get things organised for the following weekend, if any one wants to join us doing the Waioeka Gorge Sunday 4th drop me a line.

[Misred]

Yip the weather is changing all the time...

Sunday
http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nz&noofdays=7

[roadrash_69]

I have to work Saturday :mad: - so not an option for me. Weather is changing all the time... Will see Sunday. Just had my break-in service done so very eager to get out there.

I have to work early Sunday morning probably till 10:10 am ... ridiculous timing but doubt I can change that.
Will still try and catch up one way or another on Sunday if I am running late and weather ain't too shite.

Could be keen also on a Saturday run as well :) Never get enough of that side of the Waikato.

Late showers usually means late I think .. like >6pm

[BigAl]

For anyone who wants a run on Sat, the ham motorcycle club has a ride over to tauranga leaving Seddon rd club rooms at 11am.

Apparently there is a beach hop type event over there to have a look at.

As usual interesting roads will be taken.:cool:

[5150]

I have to work early Sunday morning probably till 10:10 am ... ridiculous timing but doubt I can change that.
Will still try and catch up one way or another on Sunday if I am running late and weather ain't too shite.

Could be keen also on a Saturday run as well :) Never get enough of that side of the Waikato.

Late showers usually means late I think .. like >6pm

I could be a goer on Saturday as long as i am back by 2ish. But since I got the slow goat now, it all depends at what warp speeds you boys and girls are planning to run at?

[BigAl]

Heya 5150, might pay to come down for a reccie as usually all types of bikes from classic trumpies, lge single trailies....
The odd side car rig might even turn up.:lol:

[5150]

Heya 5150, might pay to come down for a reccie as usually all types of bikes from classic trumpies, lge single trailies....
The odd side car rig might even turn up.:lol:

You not taking the piss now, are you? :oi-grr:

[BigAl]

Straight up man, guy with the Bimota could be there.

[Geeen]

I could be a goer on Saturday as long as i am back by 2ish. But since I got the slow goat now, it all depends at what warp speeds you boys and girls are planning to run at?

You not planning on doing the RAT ride Sunday?

[5150]

You not planning on doing the RAT ride Sunday?

Nope. didn't know anything about it. Is that through TOMCC ??

[MzTulip]

I'm in and I even booked my room at the AD masonic! Can't wait it'll be awesome - thanks Mils hope we get a great fun lot along!



THE INAUGRAL LOR ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND CRUISE !!!! !!!!!


Route has been set, accommodation planned & tentatively booked , good weather on the way , after all it will be summer, so here are the details you all need for the moment :

Anniversary weekend - January 26th - 28th 2013

Route :

Day 1 - Hamilton - Whakamaru - Turangi - Taihape - Napier via the recently sealed Gentle Annie - 455 Kms

Day 2 - Napier - Wairoa - Gisborne - East cape as far as Waihau bay - 450 Kms

Day 3 - Waihau Bay - Opotiki - Rotorua = Hamilton - 340 Kms

DEPARTURE - Kingsgate Hotel - 9.00 AM Sharp


Accommodation :

Saturday 26th - Art Deco Masonic Hotel - Napier

$105 double/twin share
$95 single

You need to book ASAP as it is a long weekend. Doubles and twin shares can be finalised when exact numbers & who is coming is known. When you book by Ph or e-mail, mention LOR to get the discount negotiated. $10 per bike for secure under cover parking also available. Also of note is that they have a free cancellation policy. Hotel is on Marine Parade & very close to all amenities

Link to Hotel for booking - masonic.co.nz


Sunday 27th - Waihau Bay Lodge

Cabins only - 4 booked that have a double & 2 singles each = 16 beds. 1 more cabin can be booked if required, but we'll need to be quick. Again, configuration details can be finalised when numbers & riders known ( Its only 1 night folks :grouphug:)

$30 per cabin - bedding & towels provided.

Very nice pub only a step or two away , Fish n chips if you want, and more importantly - GAS !! - which we will all need.

No website, but if you google map - Waihau Bay lodge, & street view it, you will get the idea.

This will be a ride your own ride with maps supplied & a main re-group at lunchtime OR venue/location, to be advised. There will not be a TEC nor a rider waiting at intersections, Day 1 & Day 2 will both be a full days ride, but very do-able for all that have ridden with us.

Ride will be posted in the Calender shortly - Please Register ASAP & don't forget to book in at the Masonic.

[Geeen]

Nope. didn't know anything about it. Is that through TOMCC ??

Done through Hamilton Motorcycle Centre, check out their Facebook page for details. We are leaving from the shop at 10am Sunday

[roadrash_69]

Done through Hamilton Motorcycle Centre, check out their Facebook page for details. We are leaving from the shop at 10am Sunday

Really.... 30 mins before the LOR Onemana Breakout .. sweet!

[Damantis]

Really.... 30 mins before the LOR Onemana Breakout .. sweet!

I may have blown my biking allowance today, but if I can get by on a tank of gas ( about 270km ) I might be albe to swing it.

[rideon]

I may have blown my biking allowance today, but if I can get by on a tank of gas ( about 270km ) I might be albe to swing it.

290 ish according to google maps - if you coast down all the hills, you should be right - :msn-wink:

[Damantis]

290 ish according to google maps - if you coast down all the hills, you should be right - :msn-wink:

Looks like I'm eating packed lunches the next week or so then. :2thumbsup

[Damantis]

For anyone who wants a run on Sat, the ham motorcycle club has a ride over to tauranga leaving Seddon rd club rooms at 11am.

Apparently there is a beach hop type event over there to have a look at.

As usual interesting roads will be taken.:cool:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7RP-1W1Qgk&feature=colike

[roadrash_69]

Majorly held up by HP this morning .. what can you do ..

If at all possible i will try catch up to you guys but at this stage I am running behind 2 hours and growing.

[bones135]

Wasnt going to go, bloody glad i did great day & several new faces.....i trust you all made it home safely.
Ill try insert a couple of pics i took, Paeroa & Onemana.

[JafaSaffer]

Awesome ride guys. Thanks.

[philmc]

enjoyable ride .good to have a few out of towners join us .hope every one got home to there respective towns safe.

[Mrs JMK]

will let you know more details when I know Hamilton North Special School annual Bike Ride is the 25th of November

[Misred]

Awesome ride today, great to meet the Auckland guys, made it home safe n sound :sunny:

[roadrash_69]

Was a great ride glad to meet up with some new Waikato peeps .. and you Auckland lot :p

[JafaSaffer]

I'm always keen to ride around the coro area. Also living in Pukekohe, so I may join you folks more often probably closer than having to go to the N-shore to meet groups and nice group of people :clap:.

[bones135]

Give me a message when you head this way, could meet you in Kopu & ride back.....anything to get more time on the bike,lol :banana:

[Damantis]

Was a great ride glad to meet up with some new Waikato peeps .. and you Auckland lot :p

We were waiting for ages! :brick: Hopr you got back without getting wet.

Awesome ride today and great to meet the Auckland guys! I'll never tire of that Hikuai road :2thumbsup

[Damantis]

I'm always keen to ride around the coro area. Also living in Pukekohe, so I may join you folks more often probably closer than having to go to the N-shore to meet groups and nice group of people :clap:.

That's one hell of a mobility scooter BTW! :killingme

[onelittlenurse]

and thanks to the couple of great guys that held back and kept an eye on us young chicks..
Weather was great! just as well we ignored the forecast earlier in the week aye.. learnt my lesson now :p


Only problem is .. now I think I need a bigger bike!

[Mongolian]

Had an awesome ride today with everyone, really good to meet new people.

Glad that the ones that went to whitianga made it back fine and without getting wet.

I'm gonna edit up the video's i shot today an put them on youtube over the next few days under unlisted so shoot me a PM if anybody wants a link.

Cheers

Mongolian

[bones135]

Only problem is .. now I think I need a bigger bike!

Its not as much a bigger bike its experience & time on the road. Im FAR from a quick rider & long way to go to be up with some of them here. After a couple of years bikeless & only having this one for a few weeks im learning again in a way, building confidence & learning the bike again....all takes time but the best way is just get out & do it whenever you can :clap:

[arcane12]

Argh, looks like I missed another great day for a ride. And I'm out of town again next weekend. Well Auckland, it's kinda out of town. ;)

Looking foward to coming out on a ride in the not to distant future! :corn:

[rideon]

Was a great ride glad to meet up with some new Waikato peeps .. and you Auckland lot :p


& some Tairua peeps , & some Whitianga peeps , wasn't aware those destinations were on the route :wacko:

Shall I book you some accommodation in Feilding, for our east cape trip , just in case LMAO

[onelittlenurse]

& some Tairua peeps , & some Whitianga peeps , wasn't aware those destinations were on the route :wacko:

Shall I book you some accommodation in Feilding, for our east cape trip , just in case LMAO

:lol: :lol: We werent aware those destinations were on route either...

but hey they sure were pretty :drool:

I feel sorry for the fast bunch that missed out :hug:

[bones135]

Did you lot come up Whiti way on way home????

[STJim]

& some Tairua peeps , & some Whitianga peeps , wasn't aware those destinations were on the route :wacko:

Shall I book you some accommodation in Feilding, for our east cape trip , just in case LMAO

Had Breakfast at a very nice cafe in Fielding on Sunday Morning after the 4 points of the Compass Poker run

[JafaSaffer]

I feel sorry for the fast bunch that missed out :hug:

No No we did not miss out.. we did that run Last Monday! You had the right route just wrong day...:cool:

[Murray]

I'm in and I even booked my room at the AD masonic! Can't wait it'll be awesome - thanks Mils hope we get a great fun lot along!

You might want to register - Looks like its going to be a good group and a lot of fun


http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=3046&day=2013-1-26&c=all

[rideon]

Did you lot come up Whiti way on way home????

It wasn't in the plan , but it appears our 2 learner ladies and the designated TEC were led astray. He knows who he is & this is not the first time he has wandered. :Oops::Oops::Oops::Oops::Oops:

[bones135]

It wasn't in the plan , but it appears our 2 learner ladies and the designated TEC were led astray. He knows who he is & this is not the first time he has wandered. :Oops::Oops::Oops::Oops::Oops:

HAHA well they should have let me know i would have put the jug on & got the cookies out,lol:drool:

[roadrash_69]

It wasn't in the plan , but it appears our 2 learner ladies and the designated TEC were led astray. He knows who he is & this is not the first time he has wandered. :Oops::Oops::Oops::Oops::Oops:

haha was an enjoyable ride with out all the finger pointing old ladies along .. oops you know who you are !!!

I will learn my way around the waikato .. until then fark off .. !!!

[rideon]

haha was an enjoyable ride with out all the finger pointing old ladies along .. oops you know who you are !!!

I will learn my way around the waikato .. until then fark off .. !!!


Thats all good , but while one old lady was "learning" her way around the Waikato , 8 other bikers waited for well over an hour, in the sun, on the side of the road, wondering WTF had happened !! 1 even rode all the way back to the Pauanui turn-off, looking for an off, given that there were 2 learner ladies not present , or an outta gas scenario. Very happy that was not the situation , but still .............!!
Heard of a map ??
Apologies for not having someone at the offending intersection , but one mistakingly thought that a sign post with Kopu to the left, & Whitianga/Tairua to the right might have been a clue ??? :facepalm:

[roadrash_69]

Thats all good , but while one old lady was "learning" her way around the Waikato , 8 other bikers waited for well over an hour, in the sun, on the side of the road, wondering WTF had happened !! 1 even rode all the way back to the Pauanui turn-off, looking for an off, given that there were 2 learner ladies not present , or an outta gas scenario. Very happy that was not the situation , but still .............!!
Heard of a map ??
Apologies for not having someone at the offending intersection , but one mistakingly thought that a sign post with Kopu to the left, & Whitianga/Tairua to the right might have been a clue ??? :facepalm:


Yep you have all the answers.. I'm out.

[JafaSaffer]

Are any of you going to this: Kawasaki "Good Times" Drag Day details here: http://bit.ly/SrM52j

I make take a ride there on Sunday to have a lookC

[insomnia01]

Looks like its going to be a good group and a lot of fun

:yes::yes::drinkup: should be good

[Mongolian]

Are any of you going to this: Kawasaki "Good Times" Drag Day details here: http://bit.ly/SrM52j

I make take a ride there on Sunday to have a lookC

Yep im gonna head down, might have to do an oil change on the ninja on saturday im thinking though.

Can't pass up a free go down the strip, plus its only $30 if you wanna take out another bike, give you a chance to really open the taps on your new duc.

[JafaSaffer]

Yep im gonna head down, might have to do an oil change on the ninja on saturday im thinking though.

Can't pass up a free go down the strip, plus its only $30 if you wanna take out another bike, give you a chance to really open the taps on your new duc.

Sounds good ive never dragged on a bike before. Would be fun though.

[Mongolian]

Sounds good ive never dragged on a bike before. Would be fun though.

Yeh neither have I, never taken any vehicle down the strip so looking forward to it.