Laxed out rides

[BigAl]

I might be able to do part of your ride tomorrow Al. What time you leaving, where ya going?

Thought about doing a Bennydale loop via Arapuni, say meet 9am caltex hillcrest.
I'll shout you a tank of gas Slofox since you're a senior and all:rolleyes:

[slofox]

Thought about doing a Bennydale loop via Arapuni, say meet 9am caltex hillcrest.
I'll shout you a tank of gas Slofox since you're a senior and all:rolleyes:

That's very kind and noble of you Al but I have to be in d'Auckland at 2.00pm...I'll prolly still come along for part of the run though.

[BigAl]

Cool see you then.

[xjrider]

Thanks for the great wee ride we did this Arvo bean pity we couldn't have chilled after it with a beer though, oh well will have to be next time! As for mr Al cant ride with ya tomorrow mate am working hopefully next time yeah?

[Bean]

I'm thinking of getting Mr Google to spit out a list of addresses and cruise around Tuesday evening, bring a kid if you want to, end with a drink somewhere?
Yeah it was brilliant xjrider, could get you that drink Tuesday night?

[insomnia01]

went out to pukekawa yesterday to buy my partner some new gear & found the roads really slippery where melted, watch yourself out there guys

[ckai]

went out to pukekawa yesterday to buy my partner some new gear & found the roads really slippery where melted, watch yourself out there guys

I had a feeling the "bleed season" would start earlier this year. I'd say it's going last longer as well.

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[insomnia01]

I had a feeling the "bleed season" would start earlier this year. I'd say it's going last longer as well.

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Very bad in places :shit::shit::shit:

[awa355]

Some streets in Te A were oozing tar by midday. The price we pay for the lowest tender I guess.

[BigAl]

Not much in the way of bleeding tar and real easy to see, worse is the fine metal left lying around on corners.

Did 300ks including lunch and we were back home by 1pm, job done.

[guzzi_moto]

I did the Waingaro loop late today (after 3 ) and the tar was certainly a bit soft, and where it wasn't soft there was loose stuff, either grit or sand. Plus everyone else was out having a drive.

[Murray]

That seems to be the latest wonderful idea - where roads start melting put ice grit on them - BRILLIANT not

[xjrider]

Might shoot to raglan and do some bombs anyone keen?

[slofox]

I wonder why councils reseal roads in 30 degree heat. At current temperatures, I have seen new seal turn into two tracks of glazed surface in about two days (check out SH23 f'rinstance). Seems a waste of time to me.

[awa355]

This was Turitea road at 9.30 this morning.

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w420/awa355/tar2.jpg

This is a still from my xmass pressy, and doesn't really show the true state of the tar.

[Murray]

Long way out but pencil in ulysses toyrun on 02 March 2014 - 600+ bikes and finish it off with a cold bevie at the clubrooms!!!

[caseye]

Like to book a room for that date mate!

[ckai]

I wonder why councils reseal roads in 30 degree heat. At current temperatures, I have seen new seal turn into two tracks of glazed surface in about two days (check out SH23 f'rinstance). Seems a waste of time to me.

They re-resealed about a 30 m section of our road the other day. I say re-resealed because contractors had filled in a dip in the road and obviously it wasn't enough so came back about a month later. They were crazy efficient. They had the whole thing done in under an hour! An hour!?!?! WTF! You can't seal a bloody road properly in an hour.

It was also good to see about 80% of the traffic not even slow down 70 km/h let alone 30. Now, I'm certainly not preaching too much about that because I only slow down for to 30 when it's some serious road works. Having a look at the surface, 50 would have been fine but the majority weren't even slowing. The surface is pretty much a waste of time now. At least it's on a straight.

Road resealing is a bloody joke in this country though. It's like NASA, something so important and they award the contract to the lowest bidder. Then, because the contractor doesn't want to lose their money, they do stupid piss poor resealing jobs.

Personally, if I was giving out the money, I would be doing surface assessments after 2 months of job completion and if you don't use all your money for the year, you get bonus points for next tender and that money goes towards your next budget year. Not rocket science...;)

[arcane12]

Long way out but pencil in ulysses toyrun on 02 March 2014 - 600+ bikes and finish it off with a cold bevie at the clubrooms!!!

The usual tonight? I have a rare gap where I can come for a change! :D

[sil3nt]

Anyone riding this weekend?

[insomnia01]

Anyone riding this weekend?

Boyds for a new wof & Visual plastics for a new screen is about as far as I'm going this weekend although that could all change by 0800 Sunday morning :msn-wink: did you have somewhere in mind Jonathan

[sil3nt]

Boyds for a new wof & Visual plastics for a new screen is about as far as I'm going this weekend although that could all change by 0800 Sunday morning :msn-wink: did you have somewhere in mind Jonathan
Nope nowhere in mind was just going to tag a long if I hadn't found anything better to do.

[slofox]

Nope nowhere in mind was just going to tag a long if I hadn't found anything better to do.

I'd give a weekend ride serious thought.

[Grashopper]

I'll probably just go down to Turangi today, try to find a nice cafe for lunch and then back. If anyone sees me, I'm the slow one on the cute little bike :D

PS: Does anyone have some recs re some good place for lunch?

[MotoKuzzi]

I'll probably just go down to Turangi today, try to find a nice cafe for lunch and then back. If anyone sees me, I'm the slow one on the cute little bike :D

PS: Does anyone have some recs re some good place for lunch?

Burger King always does it for me, lol.

[arcane12]

Anyone riding this weekend?

Nope :( Bike in the shop after it got backed into on my last day of work. $220-$250. Just below excess. Tried to contact the number left as a note - wrong number. Le sigh.

[BigAl]

Anyone riding this weekend?

Nope, doing a bit of fiberglassing on a couple parts of body work that need reinforcing, been putting it off as you do.


Nope :( Bike in the shop after it got backed into on my last day of work. $220-$250. Just below excess. Tried to contact the number left as a note - wrong number. Le sigh.

Bugger, hope that you get it ride-able over the break.

[slofox]

Tried to contact the number left as a note - wrong number. Le sigh.

Really...how conVENient.

[G4L4XY]

I'm going to Whangamata tomorrow if anyone is keen for a blat. I'll be staying the night though so one-way trip

[5150]

Nope :( Bike in the shop after it got backed into on my last day of work. $220-$250. Just below excess. Tried to contact the number left as a note - wrong number. Le sigh.

No security cameras around?

[ckai]

Nope :( Bike in the shop after it got backed into on my last day of work. $220-$250. Just below excess. Tried to contact the number left as a note - wrong number. Le sigh.

Wrong number or number doesn't exist? Wrong number, give a shit. Give it to the insurance company and they can charge the owner of the number :) They can then argue they didn't do it. If it doesn't exist...bugger. You still shouldn't lose your no claims since it wasn't your fault. That was my situation. Then again, I was with a broker that probably argued for me.

Edit: Wait. Scratch that. If it's under your excess of course you don't lose no claims because you don't claim. Sorry, I haven't started drinking yet so the brain is a bit slow.

[arcane12]

Wrong number or number doesn't exist? Wrong number, give a shit. Give it to the insurance company and they can charge the owner of the number :) They can then argue they didn't do it. If it doesn't exist...bugger. You still shouldn't lose your no claims since it wasn't your fault. That was my situation. Then again, I was with a broker that probably argued for me.

Edit: Wait. Scratch that. If it's under your excess of course you don't lose no claims because you don't claim. Sorry, I haven't started drinking yet so the brain is a bit slow.

Yeah, if there had been a claim I would have handed over what I had. I have emailed the council to see if there are any council cameras that can help. Not high hopes but worth a shot.

I can always hope to get some details to chase them for the money privately (small claims or whatever).

I think the steering lock saved me from more serious damage as it was pushed and the side stand folded up, but only damage on that side is to the foot peg (munted by professional opinion) and a bent gear lever.

[kevie]

Bike off road ...... went on the Patriots ride and engine got progressively noisier ....... sounded worryingly like a bearing or something, took to shop and its the cam chains

NO PARTS in the country :mad:...... aaarrrggghhhh and they said wont be any till late January or early February. So looking at sourcing the parts from the USA and then theres finding someone in the Waikato to fit them as apparently the motor hased to come out to do the job.

Alternative is miss riding it for about 2 months waiting to get it fixed :( :(

[guzzi_moto]

yeah, I've been in the same situation with Kawasaki. My water pump went on the GPz over New Years, and it took 6 weeks for a replacement to arrive, this was a few years back before the power of the internet spares. Given that all Kawasaki of the GPz900/ZZR1100 series have the same water pump you would think that there would have been one in the country. Plus the price was a bit eye watering.

[BigAl]

Anyone riding Tuesday, 31st?

[G4L4XY]

yeah, I've been in the same situation with Kawasaki. My water pump went on the GPz over New Years, and it took 6 weeks for a replacement to arrive, this was a few years back before the power of the internet spares. Given that all Kawasaki of the GPz900/ZZR1100 series have the same water pump you would think that there would have been one in the country. Plus the price was a bit eye watering.

Same thing happened with my mates 2009 kawasaki ninja 250. Needed a new oil drain bolt as his was stripped after we got it off :facepalm: Anyways we rang around garages and scrap yards and no bastard had one. It's ridiculous, no wonder people buy shit overseas, they do it to themselves. Also the price quoted was crazy high as well.

[Damantis]

Around East Cape, down to Napier and up to Taupo and home. Sometime around 20th Jan. If anyone is keen, let me know and will get planning.

[slofox]

Anyone riding Tuesday, 31st?

Already been and done...early morning spur of the moment thing.

For anyone interested, Heatherington Road has several clicks of new seal at the eastern end. Most of the metal has gone but there are a few bits still lurking. Be aware.

SH22, for the first 5 to 10 clicks south of Heatherington Rd, is a little messy. Surface is very bumpy, there's a lot of crap lying about plus the odd lurking pile of stones. Again, be aware.

Happy New Year all you bastards.

[sil3nt]

Doing my first ever track day on the 10th at Hampton Downs. Anyone else going?

[STJim]

If you are at a lose end tomorrow join me at Rototuna BP 7 am sharp for a run through to Auckland to join the Auckland Ulysses First Footers ride for an earl morning cruise around the almost deserted streets of Auckland.

[ckai]

Doing my first ever track day on the 10th at Hampton Downs. Anyone else going?

Remember, don't try and get your knee down. You'll look like a try hard dick. Elbow is where it's at ;)

[BigAl]

Around East Cape, down to Napier and up to Taupo and home. Sometime around 20th Jan. If anyone is keen, let me know and will get planning.

Could well be Dan, will give you a ring in next couple of days.

You back at work?

[BigAl]

Already been and done...early morning spur of the moment thing.

For anyone interested, Heatherington Road has several clicks of new seal at the eastern end. Most of the metal has gone but there are a few bits still lurking. Be aware.

SH22, for the first 5 to 10 clicks south of Heatherington Rd, is a little messy. Surface is very bumpy, there's a lot of crap lying about plus the odd lurking pile of stones. Again, be aware.

Happy New Year all you bastards.

Road rash & I Went out East, scottsmans etc, up Kaimais, pyes pye, mamakus, back roads home, sweet ride. Had a squirt on his 750, nice.

[slofox]

Road rash & I Went out East, scottsmans etc, up Kaimais, pyes pye, mamakus, back roads home, sweet ride. Had a squirt on his 750, nice.

I am currently ogling the 750 at Boyds - same colour scheme (almost) as my 6. Same year too. Test ride next Monday. But of course I have NO intention of buying it...:whistle:

[wysper]

Especially when you can't afford gas😇

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[MotoKuzzi]

Already been and done...early morning spur of the moment thing.

For anyone interested, Heatherington Road has several clicks of new seal at the eastern end. Most of the metal has gone but there are a few bits still lurking. Be aware.

SH22, for the first 5 to 10 clicks south of Heatherington Rd, is a little messy. Surface is very bumpy, there's a lot of crap lying about plus the odd lurking pile of stones. Again, be aware.

Happy New Year all you bastards.

The whole road from Waingaro to the Tuakau bridge is dodgy and getting worse, needs to be treated with caution imho.

[Damantis]

Could well be Dan, will give you a ring in next couple of days.

You back at work?

Then 4 weeks off from the 11th Jan till 10th Feb :wings:

[slofox]

Especially when you can't afford gas

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I have plans to rectify that in the autumn...just have to wait for that bank to...oops! :devil2:

[BigAl]

Anyone riding tomorrow, Thurs?

[sil3nt]

Might go visit a mate in Whangamata.

[slofox]

Anyone riding tomorrow, Thurs?

Where ya gonna go?

[BigAl]

Where ya gonna go?

Not too far, maybe a Raggers, Waignaro, Nga loop?

[slofox]

Not too far, maybe a Raggers, Waignaro, Nga loop?

Sounds good. When and where?

[JafaSaffer]

big group from Auckland going to Tauranga for lunch. you could meet at in the Mount we are leaving Auckland at 9am

[BigAl]

Sounds good. When and where?

9:30 caltex Dinsdale ok?

[BigAl]

big group from Auckland going to Tauranga for lunch. you could meet at in the Mount we are leaving Auckland at 9am

Thanks JS, was just over there Tues and traffic over Kaimais was diabolical.

Must catch up sometime though.

[slofox]

9:30 caltex Dinsdale ok?

See ya there.

[slofox]

Some ride!

[BigAl]

Some ride!

Yeah I saw you winding it out a couple of times;)

[slofox]

Yeah I saw you winding it out a couple of times;)

Who ME???

Couldn't be!

[2smokes]

Decided to pick up slofox' tag as its been sitting untouched for about 3 weeks. Quick trip down from whiti with slo's pick on board to check out the express way. First time I've been on the Taupri extension. Very cool. They should remove the speed limit for bikes. (just kidding tree huggers)
It took a while to find the tag as all the roading is finished and the toitois have the fluffies up.
Cruised back up via the B roads between Taupri and Te Aroha, then Paeroa, Waihi, Whangamata, Tairua, Whitianga. Fantastic ride. I left Hamilton in the drizzle, rode into Te Aroha at a 45' angle into the wind then nice hot sticky roads to Coroglen where the heavens opened up. The rain was ok as it cooled me down and the road wasn't as slippery as I thought it might be. For the most part the traffic was pretty good, only had 1 dude get upset about being passed.

So.... Get on you bikes and have a proper ride. Make a day of it. If you're coming up here, I've got a secure place for your bike and gear while you have lunch or a swim, may even shout you a fluffy coffee.:)

[slofox]

I am currently ogling the 750 at Boyds - same colour scheme (almost) as my 6. Same year too. Test ride next Monday. But of course I have NO intention of buying it...:whistle:

Took this bike out this morning, courtesy of Boyd Motorcycles.

Felt identical to the 600 (surprise surprise) but with less need to stir the gearbox. Oh and a tendency to end up going faster than expected, due no doubt, to lower revs at any given speed...:whistle: The tip in on corners required a little more effort too but that could be due to tyre difference (PR3's vs S20's).

For some reason, this one didn't grab my attention like the 6 did when I first rode that. The similarity between the two models is probably responsible for most of that but at the same time, I wasn't really moved to want to swap. Although the extra grunt is obvious and the handling is identical, this one felt a little less smooth than the 6 and instead of feeling like it had travelled 10,000km less, it felt a little like it had travelled 10,000km more. Maybe it's just what you know and what you don't. Or this one has had a harder life than my current bike.

Think I'll stay with what I have for now.

[ckai]

Took this bike out this morning, courtesy of Boyd Motorcycles.

Felt identical to the 600 (surprise surprise) but with less need to stir the gearbox. Oh and a tendency to end up going faster than expected, due no doubt, to lower revs at any given speed...:whistle: The tip in on corners required a little more effort too but that could be due to tyre difference (PR3's vs S20's).

For some reason, this one didn't grab my attention like the 6 did when I first rode that. The similarity between the two models is probably responsible for most of that but at the same time, I wasn't really moved to want to swap. Although the extra grunt is obvious and the handling is identical, this one felt a little less smooth than the 6 and instead of feeling like it had travelled 10,000km less, it felt a little like it had travelled 10,000km more. Maybe it's just what you know and what you don't. Or this one has had a harder life than my current bike.

Think I'll stay with what I have for now.

I've heard a lot of this from people have have compared the 600 with the 750. I've always thought it was weird having such similar bikes so close together in capacity. You reckon it could be the extra weight that makes it less chuckable as well?

I suppose this is one of the reasons I have no intention of ever going to a thou from the Daytona. Give me nimbleness of grunt any day. In saying that, I've never ridden the RSV4 or the S1000RR :devil2:

[Geeen]

I've heard a lot of this from people have have compared the 600 with the 750. I've always thought it was weird having such similar bikes so close together in capacity. You reckon it could be the extra weight that makes it less chuckable as well?

I suppose this is one of the reasons I have no intention of ever going to a thou from the Daytona. Give me nimbleness of grunt any day. In saying that, I've never ridden the RSV4 or the S1000RR :devil2:

Have you ridden a Speedy? The main reason I went for the 1050 was TORQUE, and I'm a sucker for grunt. I prefer to ride on the torque curve instead of constantly dancing through the gearbox. And it does cope better when the better half jumps on the back.

[ckai]

Have you ridden a Speedy? The main reason I went for the 1050 was TORQUE, and I'm a sucker for grunt. I prefer to ride on the torque curve instead of constantly dancing through the gearbox. And it does cope better when the better half jumps on the back.

Na, but torque is why we own any Trumpy isn't it? ;) I like my vehicles small, nimble, and light (the wife brought the truck not me :) ). Give me cornering performance over grunt any day. Give me both and I'm sold. The speedy handles awesome from what I've been told, but it ain't no Daytona. I dig American muscle but given some corners, they'd be smoked by a lesser powered Subby or VW etc every time. Hell, I've even seen a situation where a Swift embarrassed a Mustang.

Power is always handy to have in reserve though :) One day I'll jump on a litre bike and see what the go is.

[BigAl]

Took this bike out this morning, courtesy of Boyd Motorcycles.


Get a thou SF, remember "no replacement for displacement".

[Damantis]

Get a thou SF, remember "no replacement for displacement".

And if you're gonna get pinged by paying the big bike rego, ya may as well get the C.C's to go with it.

[slofox]

You reckon it could be the extra weight that makes it less chuckable as well?

There's only 2kg difference in weight, so I guess no.


Get a thou SF, remember "no replacement for displacement".

Prefer lighter.

[ckai]

There's only 2kg difference in weight, so I guess no.



Shit! That's impressive. I suppose an extra 150cc wouldn't be that much bigger really.

[Geeen]

Na, but torque is why we own any Trumpy isn't it? ;) I like my vehicles small, nimble, and light (the wife brought the truck not me :) ). Give me cornering performance over grunt any day. Give me both and I'm sold. The speedy handles awesome from what I've been told, but it ain't no Daytona. I dig American muscle but given some corners, they'd be smoked by a lesser powered Subby or VW etc every time. Hell, I've even seen a situation where a Swift embarrassed a Mustang.

Power is always handy to have in reserve though :) One day I'll jump on a litre bike and see what the go is.

I agree wholeheartedly, one reason cruisers aren't for me. I would love an M3 or RS4, she who controls the $$ laughs at me when I suggest it though.
If you are ever curious about the Speedy let me know and we could have a go on each others....

[slofox]

Shit! That's impressive. I suppose an extra 150cc wouldn't be that much bigger really.

The models are pretty much identical. Frame, tyres, weight to 2kg., everything bar the displacement of the engine.

If it wasn't for the different engine characteristics, you'd never know the diff. I could have been riding my own bike.

[G4L4XY]

Those Kaimai twisties are my new pornography, went for a quick zip over them around 6:30 tonight and managed a quick cool off from the rain on the way back. Be careful going over them now I've just finished jizzing all over them. Slippery when wet!

[slofox]

Get a thou SF, remember "no replacement for displacement".


"No replacement for displacement..."

Many years ago I knew a dude who said that. This was back in the olden days, when Triumph was king. You lot wouldn't remember them days but I do.

This guy owned a Thunderbird (or "Chunderbird" as they were affectionately known...). He worked on the waterfront in d'Auckland.

One of the other dudes working there bought one of these new fangled Japanese ("Jap Crap") 250cc 2 smokers. He boasted to Mr Chunderbird that his 2 fiddy would drag the Chunderbird off from a standing start. Mr Chunderbird quoted the above - no replacement for displacement. "You can't give away 400cc and still win a dragrace!" he boldly stated.

So the scene was set, and one evening after work, the drag race was staged.

Guess who came second? Three times?

Turned out there was a replacement for displacement, dinnit?

[insomnia01]

2 strokers where my buzzz in the day, had a rented garage with a Kawasaki KR 250 ( weapon :pinch:) RGV 250 ( awesomeness :eek5: ) PE250T modded for the road ( :crazy: ) also had a Triumph TC2500 that I had played around with, a real sleeper had heaps of fun with boyracers :oi-grr:

[ckai]

This was back in the olden days, when Triumph was king.

Whatdya mean back in the days when Triumph were king? They still are. They just take memberships so none of the numbnuts know of the awesomeness.

[Geeen]

Whatdya mean back in the days when Triumph were king? They still are. They just take memberships so none of the numbnuts know of the awesomeness.

Hahahaha, what he said

[BigAl]

Whatdya mean back in the days when Triumph were king? They still are. They just take memberships so none of the numbnuts know of the awesomeness.

Didn't you read the rest of his post about the jappa blowing the Triumph into the weeds? :bleh:

[ckai]

Didn't you read the rest of his post about the jappa blowing the Triumph into the weeds? :bleh:

Back in the old days. You forgot that part. Obviously back when horses were invented.

[slofox]

Whatdya mean back in the days when Triumph were king? They still are.


Quite true. I seriously thought of a 675. Until I sat on one...

But there's no "still" about it. Remember, there was a large hole in between these bouts of popularity.

[Vinz0r]

Quite true. I seriously thought of a 675. Until I sat on one...


Indeed, they're bloody torture racks on the lower back.

[ckai]

Quite true. I seriously thought of a 675. Until I sat on one...

But there's no "still" about it. Remember, there was a large hole in between these bouts of popularity.

About the time when they started having holes in the engine for the oil to get fresh air wasn't it? :) That was deliberate. It more satisfying giving up a crown and getting it back when you want, rather than keeping it and getting bored. Keeps ya on ya toes see.


Indeed, they're bloody torture racks on the lower back.

Like I said, membership only ;) I get sore back and arms riding on the old mans GSX650F. And on a cruiser...it feels like someone bashes my tail bone with a hammer.

[wysper]

And on a cruiser...it feels like someone bashes my tail bone with a hammer.

Yep, that is a feature installed to keep sports bike riders off our cruisers :shit:

[ckai]

Yep, that is a feature installed to keep sports bike riders off our cruisers :shit:

Figured as much.

[Geeen]

Yep, that is a feature installed to keep sports bike riders off our cruisers :shit:

I shall keep my mouth shut..... :lol::lol:

[BigAl]

Back on track guys, any of you 'keyboard warriors' riding this weekend?

[slofox]

Yep, that is a feature installed to keep sports bike riders off our cruisers :shit:

It doesn't take anything to keep me off cruisers so you can rest easy wysper...

[Geeen]

Back on track guys, any of you 'keyboard warriors' riding this weekend?

Nah, gotta fix the car. If the parts show up, plus I need rego. Man it sucks being a broke arse student!!!

[ckai]

Back on track guys, any of you 'keyboard warriors' riding this weekend?

Funny you should mention this. I was actually thinking we gotta get the ball rolling again. I even think I'll have enough money to rego the bike in the next few weeks so might be good to use it :)

Shit, it's probably been a year since I rode with you guys. That was the last time I had a decent breakfast as well ;)

[slofox]

Back on track guys, any of you 'keyboard warriors' riding this weekend?

What day? What time? Where to?

I got an extra (and unexpected) Super payment today. Probably a mistake on their part but I reckon I gotta spend it before they can take it back, eh? What better way than on bike gas?

[insomnia01]

I was actually thinking we gotta get the ball rolling again. I even think I'll have enough money to rego the bike in the next few weeks so might be good to use it

:sick: did he say what I think he said ? :rofl: just a minute I think I hear the :doctor: coming

[ckai]

:sick: did he say what I think he said ? :rofl: just a minute I think I hear the :doctor: coming

Hey! I ride. I just can't give you lot too much of the Trumpy goodness. Part of the rules sorry. Anyway, Dad is the one that needs a go at not riding his bike. Mum's had hers less than a year and it's nearly done as many k's. And most of Dad's was done by Brooke! Hopeless old buggers.

[BigAl]

What day? What time? Where to?

I got an extra (and unexpected) Super payment today. Probably a mistake on their part but I reckon I gotta spend it before they can take it back, eh? What better way than on bike gas?

Preferably Sunday as could get way earlier since it looks like another hot one.

No idea of destination, will have a think unless others have ideas, will also check at club tonight.

[Rcktfsh]

Moto Gp Race Director Mike Webb will be speaking at the Hamilton Motorcycle Club tonight. Doors open at 7.30 (Seddon Rd behind the stadium) all welcome.

[slofox]

Preferably Sunday as could get way earlier since it looks like another hot one.

No idea of destination, will have a think unless others have ideas, will also check at club tonight.

Sunday be good. I am off to Papamoa tomorrow to visit a lunatic mate of mine so will need a day in between to rest up a bit. I figure if I go early enough I might get a decent run up the Kaimai. :devil2:

[wysper]

It doesn't take anything to keep me off cruisers so you can rest easy wysper...

Whew! Me and my tractor will be heading coromandel way sat afternoon, to visit family. Will be a very gentle pootle as there is a high likely hood I will have my daughter pillioning with me, at least part of the way. Even if she isn't I ride like a nana anyway.



Back sun afternoon/evening for work monday.

[Murray]

unless others have ideas, will also check at club tonight.

Don't know whether any/many turned up last night I know some were working (me included) and some away.

Big Wednesday next week though - may have a think about an Auckland Annivesary ride???

[STJim]

Don't know whether any/many turned up last night I know some were working (me included) and some away.

Big Wednesday next week though - may have a think about an Auckland Annivesary ride???

I will apologise for next Wednesday now. Ulysses has a Wednesday evening ride to Raglan leaving Whatawhata Gas at 6.pm.

If anyone is interested I am leading a Ulysses ride on Sunday 19 January leaving BP Rototuna at 1 pm heading for the station Café at Waikino.

[sil3nt]

Remember, don't try and get your knee down. You'll look like a try hard dick. Elbow is where it's at ;)

Well I survived. The bike didn't! Died in Te Kowhai on the way home. Also dropped it on the trailer once I got it into the driveway :facepalm:

[BigAl]

Sunday be good.

How about a trip up to nikau caves haven't been there lately?

Say meet caltex dinsdale 9:30 Sunday.

Who's keen?

[arcane12]

How about a trip up to nikau caves haven't been there lately?

Say meet caltex dinsdale 9:30 Sunday.

Who's keen?

oo, chalk me up as a maybe! I'd like to get out, just have to make sure I am not 'needed' for something else. :/

[slofox]

How about a trip up to nikau caves haven't been there lately?

Say meet caltex dinsdale 9:30 Sunday.

Who's keen?

My plans have been somewhat dashed due to the requirements of persons other than myself. Fuckit.

If I turn up, I turn up. But it would seem unlikely right now.

[Damantis]

How about a trip up to nikau caves haven't been there lately?

Say meet caltex dinsdale 9:30 Sunday.

Who's keen?

You guys have fun. Having my sons birthday on Sunday but would have been keen otherwise. Will catch up re the other trip early in the week.

[Murray]

Well I survived. The bike didn't! Died in Te Kowhai on the way home. Also dropped it on the trailer once I got it into the driveway :facepalm:

Tell more - track day right? - Died Te Kowhai - what happened

How was the trackday??

[deeknow]

How about a trip up to nikau caves haven't been there lately?
Hey Al, yeah I'm keen dude. See ya in the morning then.

[BigAl]

Sweet as, always good to see what comes out of the woodwork;)

[stevensaaron]

How about a trip up to nikau caves haven't been there lately?

Say meet caltex dinsdale 9:30 Sunday.

Who's keen?

Oooh if i wasn't busy i would be keen to join ya'll but i'll be busy till 12, but the arvo is free for me :)

[slofox]

Sweet as, always good to see what comes out of the woodwork;)

I'll see if I can come along for part of the way at least...which way you figure on going?

[deeknow]

Got another cobber coming too, he's gonna meet us in Dinsy.

[BigAl]

I'll see if I can come along for part of the way at least...which way you figure on going?
39 then 22

[v twin]

How about a trip up to nikau caves haven't been there lately?

Say meet caltex dinsdale 9:30 Sunday.

Who's keen?

Anyone welcome? I'd be up for it

[BigAl]

Anyone welcome? I'd be up for it

Yep the more the merrier.

[v twin]

Yep the more the merrier.

See you there

[guzzi_moto]

See you there
I'll be there too, team rattler.

[arcane12]

Sweet as, always good to see what comes out of the woodwork;)

Ok, cancel that, very little chance I'll make it now :/ Need to go to bed earlier! :o

[BigAl]

Good ride today, thanks guys. :clap:

Sh22 was in the best shape I've seen.

[deeknow]

Great stuff guys, thoroughly enjoyed the ride, my first visit to the Nikau Cafe too so thanks for that Al. Be great to head out there again on a slightly drier day.

Here's a pic I took on the phone (and a wee embedded map of sorts)
http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3680/11898252484_e7c57b4232_b.jpg

[guzzi_moto]

Hi,
I'll have some video up on youtube later today, it's a bit shakey. It will from from the cafe to the first intersection. I'm getting a better camera mount which may solve the vibration problems, Look under dennis von guzzi-moto.
Despite the wet start today was a good ride, any faster and I start having the change gears etc to keep up.
D

[v twin]

Been a long time since I've been out, really enjoyed the ride today guys, discovered some really nice roads. Thanks

[guzzi_moto]

Hi,
the video is up on youtube now.
http://youtu.be/as5l0hsdCEc

Dennis

[Geeen]

Hi,
the video is up on youtube now.
http://youtu.be/as5l0hsdCEc

Dennis

I'm at least someone had some fun today... Looked like some nice bikes out today, it's a shame I couldn't join you lot and add some British muscle to the mix:Punk:. I see that new purple powerband Al installed is doing the trick on the old Ag100, or has he been eating that IAMS stuff again :laugh::laugh:

[BigAl]

I'm at least someone had some fun today... Looked like some nice bikes out today, it's a shame I couldn't join you lot and add some British muscle to the mix:Punk:. I see that new purple powerband Al installed is doing the trick on the old Ag100, or has he been eating that IAMS stuff again :laugh::laugh:

Yeah mate, red power band does the trick but leaving the IAMS stuff to the Sth islanders.

Could have done with a Brit bike as Italian makes out numbered Jappas 4/3.

[Geeen]

As soon as the Gubbermint starts giving me money to study again I should be able to make a few more rides

[STJim]

please see link to calendar entry below.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3150&c=1

Leaving Rototuna BP 1 pm sharp heading for the station Café at Waikino. Free ride home afterwards.

[stevensaaron]

Yay.. i got me a new rear tyre :niceone:.. I'm back on the road again after the months off..

Where are we off to this weekend ?


please see link to calendar entry below.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=3150&c=1

Leaving Rototuna BP 1 pm sharp heading for the station Café at Waikino. Free ride home afterwards.

I won't be able to make it, as my brother is using his bike and heading up to Whangarei this weekend :)

see ya next time :D

[STJim]

For the ride tomorrow I have scored the use of Honda Goldwing 6B. Photos below. This is the "cut down Wing" I. Am looking forward to the ride tomorrow.

[caseye]

Geez Jim, what a beasty! Enjoy that ride aye.

[Vinz0r]

For the ride tomorrow I have scored the use of Honda Goldwing 6B. Photos below. This is the "cut down Wing" I. Am looking forward to the ride tomorrow.

Did I wave at you on Thomas road at 1 pm? I was on a silver ZX6R.

[STJim]

Did I wave at you on Thomas road at 1 pm? I was on a silver ZX6R.

We were certainly on Thomas Road at about 1 pm heading towards Gordton Road 3 bikes in total
Had a grat ride

[philmc]

How did the super duper gold wing enjoy the day

[STJim]

How did the super duper gold wing enjoy the day

In the next week or so I may put up a blog entry with my impressions of the machine. The short view is that there were things that I really liked about the machine but there were also things I didn't like especially the low screen. The motor is extremely smooth. Next Saturday I am having a try on a 2009 Wing to give a proper comparison.

[BigAl]

In the next week or so I may put up a blog entry with my impressions of the machine. The short view is that there were things that I really liked about the machine but there were also things I didn't like especially the low screen. The motor is extremely smooth. Next Saturday I am having a try on a 2009 Wing to give a proper comparison.

Got a bit of spare cash? :msn-wink:

[STJim]

Got a bit of spare cash? :msn-wink:

No I am not a serious purchaser.

[Murray]

Should anyone be looking for some new gear (I want a new helmet) I have arranged to meet Nick at Lifestyle Imports in Pukekawa at 12 noon on Saturday.

leaving Kingsgate Hotel at 11.00 am - anyone want to come along please meet at the carpark

he has some pretty good gear at reasonable prices

[Warr]

............ I have arranged to meet Nick at Lifestyle Imports in Pukekawa at 12 noon on Saturday.

leaving Kingsgate Hotel at 11.00 am - anyone want to come along please meet at the carpark

he has some pretty good gear at reasonable prices
That sounds like a good spot to visit Murray. Dont think I'm actually wanting anything, but I'd be interested in having a look. So will keep it in mind :)

[insomnia01]

Should anyone be looking for some new gear (I want a new helmet) I have arranged to meet Nick at Lifestyle Imports in Pukekawa at 12 noon on Saturday.

leaving Kingsgate Hotel at 11.00 am - anyone want to come along please meet at the carpark

he has some pretty good gear at reasonable prices

Grabbed some Rhino Kevlar Jeans for the pillion in Dec :msn-wink: going back to buy me some before heading off down South, they look awesome & feel comfy according to the pillion :niceone:

[Vinz0r]

Hey guys, I'm planning a small camping trip for this weekend. Have a couple of friends coming along so far, we're all respectable young fellows in our mid 20s.
Going to head out Saturday afternoon and come back Sunday evening, not too sure on location yet; somewhere within 1 hour of Hamilton and with some fun windy roads on the way. Was thinking maybe Dickies Flat DOC campsite north of Tauranga, camp out for the night and have a few beers!
This is a bit of a last minute thing, but anyone is welcome. Should be just a fun relaxed ride/camp with good company. Should be fine for riders of any skill level, learners welcome etc.

PM me if you're interested.

[wharekura]

Hey guys, I'm planning a small camping trip for this weekend. Have a couple of friends coming along so far, we're all respectable young fellows in our mid 20s.
Wow that would had been cool and if id was 20 years younger I would definitely want to crash - not literally. the shit id use to get up to in my "responsible, respectable" 20's!

[5150]

Hey guys, I'm planning a small camping trip for this weekend. Have a couple of friends coming along so far, we're all respectable young fellows in our mid 20s.
Going to head out Saturday afternoon and come back Sunday evening, not too sure on location yet; somewhere within 1 hour of Hamilton and with some fun windy roads on the way. Was thinking maybe Dickies Flat DOC campsite north of Tauranga, camp out for the night and have a few beers!
This is a bit of a last minute thing, but anyone is welcome. Should be just a fun relaxed ride/camp with good company. Should be fine for riders of any skill level, learners welcome etc.

PM me if you're interested.

KB version of Brokeback Mountain? LOL :whistle:

[wharekura]

KB version of Brokeback Mountain? LOL :whistle:Some of my buddies are drags but i think the high heels wont balance right on the footpegs and the hair just cant be messed with *girlfriend* :girlfight:

[5150]

Some of my buddies are drags but i think the high heels wont balance right on the footpegs and the hair just cant be messed with *girlfriend* :girlfight:

I'm nobody's biatch....:oi-grr:

[wharekura]

...states the one with a bluray copy of said movie extended edition, hidden in his hard covered book "Vladimir Putin - My Solution"

[5150]

...states the one with a bluray copy of said movie extended edition, hidden in his hard covered book "Vladimir Putin - My Solution"

So when are you coming over to watch it . Got few Chardy's ready ;)

[Vinz0r]

KB version of Brokeback Mountain? LOL :whistle:

Only if you ask real nice :msn-wink:

[ckai]

...states the one with a bluray copy of said movie extended edition, hidden in his hard covered book "Vladimir Putin - My Solution"

That's actually a bloody good hiding place. You could get away with hiding loads of shit that no one would suspect :)

Anyone doing a little riding this weekend? I may finally be in a position to drag out the geriatrics. They even both sound like I won't need to do any persuading! Looks overcast for the weekend which may mean the tar may stay on the road.

[sil3nt]

Could be keen. Got the bike back today. Should probably take it on a ride before trackday on Waitangi day.

[BigAl]

Been on a road trip last 6 days, Gentle Annie, gisborne, coopers bay and staying tonight at waipu cove. Should have done 2500k by time the 3 of us get back tomorrow.

Recommend heading to the coast in this type of weather.

[stevensaaron]

That's actually a bloody good hiding place. You could get away with hiding loads of shit that no one would suspect :)

Anyone doing a little riding this weekend? I may finally be in a position to drag out the geriatrics. They even both sound like I won't need to do any persuading! Looks overcast for the weekend which may mean the tar may stay on the road.

I'm heading to Palmerston North today on my Brothers bike. Hello 4 day weekend :) lol leaving Hamilton today and coming back Monday if anyone's out and about in the area :)

[insomnia01]

Recommend heading to the coast in this type of weather.

I will be in March :banana::banana: 7days touching both coastal lines in the Sth Isld, Milford Sound & Mangapouri power station will be the highlights for me :drool: then return to Waikato, collect pillion & then off to northland for 4nights :banana::banana:again, touching both coasts & taking her to Cape Reinga :2thumbsup:2thumbsup

[v twin]

Having the ole ball n chain fitted tomorrow so heading to raglan for the cure if anyone wants a short ride

[sil3nt]

That's actually a bloody good hiding place. You could get away with hiding loads of shit that no one would suspect :)

Anyone doing a little riding this weekend? I may finally be in a position to drag out the geriatrics. They even both sound like I won't need to do any persuading! Looks overcast for the weekend which may mean the tar may stay on the road.If you are doing anything Sunday let me know. Mountain biking tomorrow but should be free on Sunday :yes:

[wharekura]

Mountain biking tomorrow but should be free on Sunday :yes:
Got me an upgrade from my 89$ warehouse job to http://www.gtbicycles.com/2014/bikes/mountain/trail-hardtail/2014-karakoram-sport from evolution cycles. I use it to bike to work during the dry season. I recall u went to the wind thingys in rags - can anyone go or do u need to be special? I want to do the piako tracks with the kids but need tow bar (for the bikes not the kids) - u know of any CHEAP places for fitting and wiring? the mazda/ford shop quoted 1.1k

[sil3nt]

Got me an upgrade from my 89$ warehouse job to http://www.gtbicycles.com/2014/bikes/mountain/trail-hardtail/2014-karakoram-sport from evolution cycles. I use it to bike to work during the dry season. I recall u went to the wind thingys in rags - can anyone go or do u need to be special? I want to do the piako tracks with the kids but need tow bar (for the bikes not the kids) - u know of any CHEAP places for fitting and wiring? the mazda/ford shop quoted 1.1kWas that you posting on GPforums?

That was ckai that rode up to the turbines I believe. Anyone can do it you just take the bridal veil falls turn off on the way to raglan and it is signposted along that road. Ckai will have more details.

[wharekura]

No - but you mentioned on this thread that u saw the wind thingys on ur mountain bike.

[sil3nt]

No - but you mentioned on this thread that u saw the wind thingys on ur mountain bike.Certainly wasn't me. Haven't been up there yet. Too much uphill :bleh:

What are the piako tracks? Do you mean the Te Miro tracks? http://temiromtbclub.co.nz/

[5150]

Having the ole ball n chain fitted tomorrow so heading to raglan for the cure if anyone wants a short ride

What time you thinking of heading out? I could be in for a coffee in Rags

[ckai]

If you are doing anything Sunday let me know. Mountain biking tomorrow but should be free on Sunday :yes:

Dunno if it'll be today or tomorrow. I think the boat is going out tomorrow so it'll either be a pootle today or ride to where the boat is heading which will probably be Tauranga. The folks are bloody hopeless when it comes to organising themselves.


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[ckai]

Got me an upgrade from my 89$ warehouse job to http://www.gtbicycles.com/2014/bikes/mountain/trail-hardtail/2014-karakoram-sport from evolution cycles. I use it to bike to work during the dry season. I recall u went to the wind thingys in rags - can anyone go or do u need to be special? I want to do the piako tracks with the kids but need tow bar (for the bikes not the kids) - u know of any CHEAP places for fitting and wiring? the mazda/ford shop quoted 1.1k

Yeah I went for a ride up there. The funny thing is, it's not all uphill but obviously you're heading up. Is a big slog but pretty good. You'll need a decent amount of fitness if you don't want to do it all day. Still doable of you're unfit though.

Like silent said, head towards the falls, go past them, then I think you take a left which is sign posted. There's a massive parking lot.

As for towbars, best bars in Frankton. You'll probably be shocked at the price difference.

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[Grashopper]

If you guys don't know where to go to this weekend, the MV Agusta Classics are on on the Taupo Track :) Practice today, racing tomorrow

More info here: http://www.nzcmrr.com/index

[guzzi_moto]

towbars, try probars in Frankton. Less than $500 fitted from what I remember for our ford.

[Vinz0r]

Not a lot of interest for camping trip so might just go for a blast out to raglan later this afternoon. Anyone keen?

[BigAl]

Not a lot of interest for camping trip so might just go for a blast out to raglan later this afternoon. Anyone keen?

Might be keen on a short blast tomorrow, Sunday, anyone else?

[2smokes]

Might be keen on a short blast tomorrow, Sunday, anyone else?

I'm keen. what's the plan?

[BigAl]

Maybe a back road route to Okoroire unless someone has a better idea, would suit me around 9:30am.

[Geeen]

Maybe a back road route to Okoroire unless someone has a better idea, would suit me around 9:30am.

And you can stop by the Glenview club on the way home to have a squizz at the Classic Bike and Car show on there tomorrow, from 10 till 2, gold coin donation for entry.

[2smokes]

Maybe a back road route to Okoroire unless someone has a better idea, would suit me around 9:30am.

cool. Haven't been out to oko for a while. Where do you want to meet up.

[BigAl]

And you can stop by the Glenview club on the way home to have a squizz at the Classic Bike and Car show on there tomorrow, from 10 till 2, gold coin donation for entry.
Good idea Gee,


cool. Haven't been out to oko for a while. Where do you want to meet up.
Say 9:30am at Caltex hillcrest, roundabout.

[Geeen]

Kinda helps that I live just around the corner..

[G4L4XY]

Kinda helps that I live just around the corner..

Yeah I'm in Cambridge so not so far myself. I'm keen for a ride though. What are the back roads like? Any fun?

[Geeen]

Yeah I'm in Cambridge so not so far myself. I'm keen for a ride though. What are the back roads like? Any fun?

Going back to Cambridge is not to bad, if you carry on down Peacocks road to Raynes road then out behind Mystery Creek its kinda fast and fun, but only safe if you've had your IAMS........

[BigAl]

Yeah I'm in Cambridge so not so far myself. I'm keen for a ride though. What are the back roads like? Any fun?

Yep, can show you a nice windy rural route

[G4L4XY]

Going back to Cambridge is not to bad, if you carry on down Peacocks road to Raynes road then out behind Mystery Creek its kinda fast and fun, but only safe if you've had your IAMS........

I haven't had my IAMS, will a morning coffee help me


Yep, can show you a nice windy rural route

I like windy, as does the RR

[Vinz0r]

Heading out Raglan tomorrow (sunday) for a quick ride, meeting at the Z on the big dinsdale roundabout at 3pm. Anyone's welcome to join. I'll be the guy on the silvery greyish ZX6R.

Cheers,

Vin.

[2smokes]

Cheers Al, sweeeet ride. Lost you on that last leg. I was going to be a smarty pants and head you off but you didn't take the route I expected you to!
Give me a whistle when you want to do the whiti run

[sil3nt]

Heading out Raglan tomorrow (sunday) for a quick ride, meeting at the Z on the big dinsdale roundabout at 3pm. Anyone's welcome to join. I'll be the guy on the silvery greyish ZX6R.

Cheers,

Vin.I'll be there :niceone:

[n3Xro]

Heading out Raglan tomorrow (sunday) for a quick ride, meeting at the Z on the big dinsdale roundabout at 3pm. Anyone's welcome to join. I'll be the guy on the silvery greyish ZX6R.

Cheers,

Vin.

will try and tag along on this as well. just gotta get all the bugs off my visor...

[Vinz0r]

Great ride out to Raglan today, cheers for making it guys, wasn't too much traffic either (a nice surprise).

[ckai]

towbars, try probars in Frankton. Less than $500 fitted from what I remember for our ford.

Shit, that's the one. Best Bars are the one in Auckland that make the bike racks.

[wharekura]

...Like silent said, head towards the falls, go past them, then I think you take a left which is sign posted. There's a massive parking lot.
As for towbars, best bars in Frankton. You'll probably be shocked at the price difference.
Thanks - I know the spot - goes to a dead end. Went there a couple of years ago and had to wake up the security guard at the entrance office asking if I could hike up - told me to piss off as I was trespassing. Nice chap. Went back to the car so he could get back to his security job of securing the premises.

[ckai]

Thanks - I know the spot - goes to a dead end. Went there a couple of years ago and had to wake up the security guard at the entrance office asking if I could hike up - told me to piss off as I was trespassing. Nice chap. Went back to the car so he could get back to his security job of securing the premises.

haha he probably got a bonus for everyone he told to piss off. $1 goes a long way :)

[slofox]

Any Waitangi Day ride planned then?

[sil3nt]

Any Waitangi Day ride planned then?

Yep! Around Hampton downs :cool:

[insomnia01]

Any Waitangi Day ride planned then?

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/162897-06-02-14-09-02-14-(4-days-3-nights)-Waikato-BOP-Hawke-s-Bay-Gisborne

these guys are meeting in Raglan for lunch before heading down to rotovagas if your keen

[5150]

Cant decide if to go to Rags for coffee or pull out the brakes on the sidecar. grrr

[ZeroIndex]

[Reposting from New Riders... since I'm in the Waikato]

Hey guys,

Wow, after 4-5 years later, this has been a long time.

Since then, I'd like to say that I've grown up a lot since then... just sold my car and bought a 03 Honda VTR 1000 Firestorm, so I will hopefully be getting out in the greater Waikato community (maybe even Auckland occasionally).

So yeah, hello again KiwiBiker group... looking forward to seeing you guys out there!

[Damantis]

Maybe over the Kou-Hikuai, down through Whangamata and stop in the Gorge for a dip in the river on way home. Anyone interested just sing out.

[Vinz0r]

Anyone up for a blast out to Raglan today?

[insomnia01]

Anyone up for a blast out to Raglan today?

if you have time head to Kinloch via Whangamata Road :headbang: my favourite section of road at the moment, will be doing it today for the 3rd time this week :2thumbsup

[insomnia01]

Maybe over the Kou-Hikuai, down through Whangamata and stop in the Gorge for a dip in the river on way home. Anyone interested just sing out.

Kinloch is a nice place to stop for a dip

[Vinz0r]

if you have time head to Kinloch via Whangamata Road :headbang: my favourite section of road at the moment, will be doing it today for the 3rd time this week :2thumbsup

Hah, little bit too far south for me at the moment. I'm in Hamilton so Raglan is nice and close.

Planning to head out at around 3.30ish, can arrange to meet at Dinsdale Caltex if anyone would like to join.

[Geeen]

Grumble grumble, got the kids so can't today. But if anyone is keen to get the tag this weekend I'm in... Been too long since I saw open road on the Speedy

[insomnia01]

[QUOTE=Vinz0r;1130674591]Hah, little bit too far south for me at the moment. I'm in Hamilton so Raglan is nice and close.QUOTE]

Bummer !!!! taking the GoPro this time :yes:

[BigAl]

Maybe over the Kou-Hikuai, down through Whangamata and stop in the Gorge for a dip in the river on way home. Anyone interested just sing out.

Might head up to HD on Sunday Dan, fyi you can book demo rides on MVs, Moto Guzzies, Truimphs and Aprillas.

[Damantis]

Might head up to HD on Sunday Dan, fyi you can book demo rides on MVs, Moto Guzzies, Truimphs and Aprillas.

Any cost involved?

[BigAl]

http://festival.nzcmrr.com/images/site-content/triumphfestival2014-v2.pdf

[Damantis]

http://festival.nzcmrr.com/images/site-content/triumphfestival2014-v2.pdf

Think I'll take Mini-Me to Paeroa next weekend instead as he's not been yet.

[slofox]

Sunday ride - Raglan and back in the early morning, before the traffic builds. Cool clear air, only one horse truck (with three cars following) on the way back (on the hill of course), but easily dealt to. Great way to start the day.

OK back to sleep now...

[ZeroIndex]

Does anyone still go down to the Te Rapa sports tavern on Wednesday evenings?

[Murray]

Yep usually 6-10+ people - to whats now the new Rapa Tavern around the corner in Sunshine ave (will from Sep 2013)

In fact I might go tonight

Will see who's heading up to Paeroa this weekend on Wednesday and perhaps organise meet up and leaving time

TBA

[ZeroIndex]

Cool, I think I'll pop down on Wednesday now that I have a bike again. What time approx do people show up?

I won't be making it up to Paeroa over the weekend as I have previous plans

[Murray]

Cool, I think I'll pop down on Wednesday now that I have a bike again. What time approx do people show up?

I won't be making it up to Paeroa over the weekend as I have previous plans

Depends on how thirsty you are!!

Nah, generally from 5.30ish onwards - dont mistake us for the Harley guys (most of us cage it anyway) as they get a few down there as Dave from HD cycles has a beer down there.

Generally get a table in front of the BIG screen

[ckai]

Depends on how thirsty you are!!

Nah, generally from 5.30ish onwards - dont mistake us for the Harley guys (most of us cage it anyway) as they get a few down there as Dave from HD cycles has a beer down there.

Generally get a table in front of the BIG screen

You been out on your bike lately mate? I'm not hearing of many people from the group getting out. I know I haven't, what with Brooke's business getting going and me finally working on our windows. I rode into town to get a drill bit last week and when I got back, my shirt was drenched! That just tells me I need to ride faster to get some airflow happening :cool: (and a decent distance of course).

[Geeen]

You been out on your bike lately mate? I'm not hearing of many people from the group getting out. I know I haven't, what with Brooke's business getting going and me finally working on our windows. I rode into town to get a drill bit last week and when I got back, my shirt was drenched! That just tells me I need to ride faster to get some airflow happening :cool: (and a decent distance of course).

Just get yerself one of them airmesh jackets, Becs got me one for my birthday and it is awesome. Sooo much cooler than the leather jacket, perfect for going to and from Tech.....

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[ckai]

Just get yerself one of them airmesh jackets, Becs got me one for my birthday and it is awesome. Sooo much cooler than the leather jacket, perfect for going to and from Tech.....

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Brooke had one (can't actually remember why she got rid of it now) but my jacket has so much perforation it's sweet when I go normal speed. Well, it's sweeter. Eventually I'll end up getting one with more perforation maybe even a full suit. So essentially it'll just be a holy mess.

[Murray]

You been out on your bike lately mate? I'm not hearing of many people from the group getting out. I know I haven't, what with Brooke's business getting going and me finally working on our windows. I rode into town to get a drill bit last week and when I got back, my shirt was drenched! That just tells me I need to ride faster to get some airflow happening :cool: (and a decent distance of course).

Not as much as I would like - Did Whanganui races, Wellington back over the Rimatukas and back through vinegar between Xmas and new year - done Raggers once or twice - done okoriore but thats about it. More of a on the spur of the moment thing but suppose better get to riding and doing some LOR rides again - dont forget Toyruns coming up and we will prob be heading to Paeroa this weekend!

[ckai]

Not as much as I would like - Did Whanganui races, Wellington back over the Rimatukas and back through vinegar between Xmas and new year - done Raggers once or twice - done okoriore but thats about it. More of a on the spur of the moment thing but suppose better get to riding and doing some LOR rides again - dont forget Toyruns coming up and we will prob be heading to Paeroa this weekend!

At least you're doing some decent roads. The times I've ridden, it's been up to Dorkland or to the airport (Hamilton!). Pathetic really. Oh, I did ride out to Eric's new place on the way to Raggers. Probably the most decent ride. Paeroa would have been cool, but Brooke's in Oz this weekend and Lockie goes in for the full round of kiddie ops this friday (tonsils, the other thingies that sound like astroids, and something to do with his ears). I've been wanting a decent ride. Even wiped the dust off the bike last week!

[Murray]

At least you're doing some decent roads. The times I've ridden, it's been up to Dorkland or to the airport (Hamilton!). Pathetic really. Oh, I did ride out to Eric's new place on the way to Raggers. Probably the most decent ride. Paeroa would have been cool, but Brooke's in Oz this weekend and Lockie goes in for the full round of kiddie ops this friday (tonsils, the other thingies that sound like astroids, and something to do with his ears). I've been wanting a decent ride. Even wiped the dust off the bike last week!

What about the folks - have they been out???

[ckai]

What about the folks - have they been out???

haha they were all geared up to head out a while back then my sister decided she wanted to take the boat out. Mum was going to meet them in Tauranga but never got around to it. She does ride a fair bit when she works in Thames. She's certainly packing on the k's which is good. It's Dad that doesn't get out. Almost need to get him out a couple of weekends in a row to move him along.

[G4L4XY]

I'm going for a 1-way trip to whangamata on Thursday (unsure of departing time at this stage) anyone else lucky enough to not be working to join me?

Edit: I'll be returning the following day at an unspecified time :)

[Murray]

Sounds like a few or more are heading up to Paeroa on Sunday.

Nigel is going early, jonpom late and Don maybe Saturday. A few more are looking at leaving from the Kingsgate Hotel carpark - 9.30 at the latest - if you want to join us meet up there.

Thats the plan at this stage anyway

Note - $30 entry fee and storage bags available at the Pub on the Corner for about $5 a bag (will it was 3 years ago)

[sil3nt]

Anyone got a bike trailer I could borrow from 27th Feb - 1st March?

[Grashopper]

Sounds like a few or more are heading up to Paeroa on Sunday.

Nigel is going early, jonpom late and Don maybe Saturday. A few more are looking at leaving from the Kingsgate Hotel carpark - 9.30 at the latest - if you want to join us meet up there.

Thats the plan at this stage anyway

Note - $30 entry fee and storage bags available at the Pub on the Corner for about $5 a bag (will it was 3 years ago)

What exactly are those storage bags you're talking about Murray?

I'll be heading up on Saturday, but probably won't see any of you guys on the road as I'm going via Putaruru and Tauranga.

[arcane12]

What exactly are those storage bags you're talking about Murray?

I'll be heading up on Saturday, but probably won't see any of you guys on the road as I'm going via Putaruru and Tauranga.

When do you hit Putaruru? If I can find the time I might have to head out...

[Grashopper]

When do you hit Putaruru? If I can find the time I might have to head out...

I haven't thought that far yet lol. Not sure yet what I'll do that day aside of riding up.

When do you have time? Are you on call again?

[Vinz0r]

Anyone for Raglan this Sunday? (weather pending)

[ZeroIndex]

Anyone for Raglan this Sunday? (weather pending)
I would if I wasn't going away for the weekend... another time perhaps

[Murray]

What exactly are those storage bags you're talking about Murray?

I'll be heading up on Saturday, but probably won't see any of you guys on the road as I'm going via Putaruru and Tauranga.

Basically a big black rubbish bag you put your helmet/leathers etc in and then its sealed and stored and you are given a ticket. The pub on the corner at the southern end of the town does it. Never been on a Saturday but assume they do it then to. Just a short walk from the main car-parking area.

[Murray]

Anyone for Raglan this Sunday? (weather pending)

Paeroa:yes::yes:

[Grashopper]

Basically a big black rubbish bag you put your helmet/leathers etc in and then its sealed and stored and you are given a ticket. The pub on the corner at the southern end of the town does it. Never been on a Saturday but assume they do it then to. Just a short walk from the main car-parking area.
That is neat. Thanks. :-)

[arcane12]

I haven't thought that far yet lol. Not sure yet what I'll do that day aside of riding up.

When do you have time? Are you on call again?

Only on call once a month, give or take, so I am good.

I just realised the event is only on the Sunday - that could work better, was just looking for an excuse to get out on the bike! PM or text me if you want a tag along. Otherwise I can always head out for a ride Sunday instead.

[Kush_RR]

Paeroa:yes::yes:
Paeroa for Battle of the streets would be good!
But I'm guessing probably heaps of shaved monkeys with their money making radars on the SH2 ???!!!

[ckai]

Anyone got a bike trailer I could borrow from 27th Feb - 1st March?

I can ask the old man. His trailer but my wheel stands. I'm assuming you want it for 2 bikes?

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[5150]

Anyone for Raglan this Sunday? (weather pending)

What time? I could around 11 for a coffee. Need to be back by 1-1:30 tho

[Vinz0r]

What time? I could around 11 for a coffee. Need to be back by 1-1:30 tho

Some stuff came up, probably won't make it :angry2:

[arcane12]

Someone give a shout out if they are still keen. I am thinking about it, but I'd like at least one confirmed before I gear up and head out ;)

[Vinz0r]

Ok scratch that, gonna head out from Dinsdale Caltex at 10am. Heading down to the sailing club at Lorenzon bay at Raglan. Anyone welcome to join for the ride! See you in the morning, I'll be on the silver ZX6R, name's Vin.

[5150]

Ok scratch that, gonna head out from Dinsdale Caltex at 10am. Heading down to the sailing club at Lorenzon bay at Raglan. Anyone welcome to join for the ride! See you in the morning, I'll be on the silver ZX6R, name's Vin.

Bugger, too early for me. Might see you there. Blue SV Thou. Will be there probably around 11:30

[mapsanji]

nothing else to do might as well tag along...

[ZeroIndex]

How was Paeroa? I'm absolutely loving my holiday. I'm up in Tinopai (south of Dargaville) in a beautiful bach overlooking the harbour

[slofox]

How was Paeroa? I'm absolutely loving my holiday. I'm up in Tinopai (south of Dargaville) in a beautiful bach overlooking the harbour

I used to catch big fat snapper off the wharf at Tinopai...

[5150]

I used to catch big fat snapper off the wharf at Tinopai...

Never seen any fat chix last time I was there ;)

[Murray]

How was Paeroa? I'm absolutely loving my holiday. I'm up in Tinopai (south of Dargaville) in a beautiful bach overlooking the harbour

Hot DAMN HOT - me and trina left just after a sidecar race (2-2.30ish) which we later found out had a bike spill oil all over the track and caused meeting to be cancelled. (well thats what I heard)

Timed our departure well.

[BigAl]

Hot DAMN HOT - me and trina left just after a sidecar race (2-2.30ish) which we later found out had a bike spill oil all over the track and caused meeting to be cancelled. (well thats what I heard)

I wasn't there Murray but heard from good source that after meeting was called off due to oil from that sidecar, there was a parade lap, riders with no shirts, no helmets, kids on the bikes.. gods knows how this fits in with MNZ regs.

[Grashopper]

Hot DAMN HOT - me and trina left just after a sidecar race (2-2.30ish) which we later found out had a bike spill oil all over the track and caused meeting to be cancelled. (well thats what I heard)

Timed our departure well.
Lol, really well timed. There was a long queue at the gear storage when I wanted to leave

Great day out though. And that road between Waihi and Paeroa must be one of the most beautiful roads here.

[ZeroIndex]

lol, sounds good... the drive up to Tinopai, the last part of the trip, all I was thinking was, damn... I wish I was on my bike... also, I'm massively drunk :) I come back on Wednesday... so I might make it to the Te Rapa Tavern for a beer and a chat

[carver]

Does anyone still go down to the Te Rapa sports tavern on Wednesday evenings?

Back from the dead!

[Murray]

Back from the dead!

And who are you?????

[BigAl]

And who are you?????

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/106207-Judge-shocked-at-biker-s-bridge-stunt-The-Mormon-s-Bridge-Video?highlight=hamilton+bridge

Lock up your daughters!

[ZeroIndex]

lol, welcome Mr. Carver

[Murray]

Rumour has it that Mr Caseye may be down the clubrooms on Wednesday (weather permitting) and rumour also has it his bike is all fixed up and painted properly this time??:drool::drool:

[caseye]

Ah Shuddupperyerface! yep, long as it 's not pelting down we'll be making a beeline for the club rooms tomorrow night.
Did someone say carver was arisen from the dead???

[ZeroIndex]

it does appear that way :) I should be home in time from my holiday to make it to Te Rapa tavern tomorrow night... weather has been beautiful, went kayaking today

[carver]

Ah Shuddupperyerface! yep, long as it 's not pelting down we'll be making a beeline for the club rooms tomorrow night.
Did someone say carver was arisen from the dead???

never dead, just stalking zeroindex to red rep him as often as I can be arsed

[caseye]

We missed you last night mr C, great ride down on the new expressway thingy, boring as but bloody great not to have to worry about pedestrians etc.
No rain either way, good to catch up with the LOR crew too, sadly I missed my big ol buddy Nigel.
Be seeing you all in a fortnight for the toy run.

[carver]

We missed you last night mr C, great ride down on the new expressway thingy, boring as but bloody great not to have to worry about pedestrians etc.
No rain either way, good to catch up with the LOR crew too, sadly I missed my big ol buddy Nigel.
Be seeing you all in a fortnight for the toy run.

I will pop in someday when I have nothing on!

[Geeen]

I will pop in someday when I have nothing on!

uuuuummmmmmmmmm........................

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[ZeroIndex]

I successfully performed a service on my Firestorm today :)

[Murray]

Sunday 2 March Waikato Ulysses Branch Ulysses
Annual CCF Toyrun starting at Cambridge 11.00am and ending at Hamilton Garden Place - all welcome.

Motorcycle run from Cambridge to Hamilton to raise money for child cancer.

Starts in Cambridge, Alpha Street at 11am and then travels down State Highway 1 to Hamilton via Cobham Drive, Bridge Street, Victoria Street to Garden Place.

Open to anyone with a motorbike. Please bring a toy with you, and no other costs involved.

Thinking of leaving from Kingsgate Hotel Hamilton Carpark 9.30 and taking backroads to Cambridge being there 10.30 at latest. Usually 600 plus bikes and very worhwhile event

Cup of coffee (or something) afterwards at the Te Rapa Tavern with hopefully a few or more Fat Bikers in attendence

Make the effort - I have put a calender entry in so please register

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=3193&day=2014-3-2

[Kush_RR]

Sunday 2 March Waikato Ulysses Branch Ulysses
Annual CCF Toyrun starting at Cambridge 11.00am and ending at Hamilton Garden Place - all welcome.

Motorcycle run from Cambridge to Hamilton to raise money for child cancer.

Starts in Cambridge, Alpha Street at 11am and then travels down State Highway 1 to Hamilton via Cobham Drive, Bridge Street, Victoria Street to Garden Place.

Open to anyone with a motorbike. Please bring a toy with you, and no other costs involved.

Thinking of leaving from Kingsgate Hotel Carpark 9.30 and taking backroads to Cambridge being there 10.30 at latest. Usually 600 plus bikes and very worhwhile event

Make the effort - I have put a calender entry in so please register


is this Kingsgate Hotel in Parnell? If yes will join you there.

[IkieBikie]

is this Kingsgate Hotel in Parnell? If yes will join you there.

Nah its in Hamilton - your still welcome

[Kush_RR]

Nah its in Hamilton - your still welcome

Sure, anyone else from Auckland thinking of going down, can join me for a ride down to Hamilton?