The truck of motorcycles, nice. I call my R80 'the behemoth'.
Nice machine.
Nice, very nice.
How do you do that with your teeth? Mine are inside a helmet, usually behind a balaclava, and I can't leave my helmet off, as I can't get it on with the rain-offs on?
ah... that makes more sense .... uh, also replied in the other.
Yeah, I carry a couple all the time. Useful to either tie stuff to the back seat (I carry odd objects from time to time), or even help someone else out. They could even be used as tow ropes or something like that, when needed. Sling them through a wheel, give each side to a person, and you can pick a bike up off the ground. When going between islands I have another set of 3 tie downs. Two have hooks on one end and karabiners on the other (for the front) and a dual karabiner for hooking through the rear tyre.
My comment on your next blog post, regarding tie-downs was intended for this blog post
Interesting point about the tie downs. I assume you always carry them for any eventuality? I had never considered taking any with me unless I was doing a ferry crossing or something. I might just get another set to throw in the bags. Thanks for your posts.
Originally Posted by Dutchee Seriously, come to a bucket meet (hell, we'll let ya flag for a race or ten if you're lucky). It's only a couple of weekends away. Before bike & stuff (oh, but keep an eye out, as ya never know what comes up), make sure you've got gear (preferably leather), back protector and come take a bike for a spin when you're physically able. B grade (and F5) is more polite than A grade (by a long shot most times), but keep in mind, last place in B grade is MINE. Sheesh and some people think I have absolutely NO goal in life. Know what you mean about the mother. My parents so don't understand bikes. Dad was stressed out that for his birthday we were shouting him something to do with bikes. No wonder he was so pleased with the non-bike related present. But do come along, and we'd be thrilled to have you flag if you feel up to it (it is interesting sometimes). See you soon. Michelle (Henk's wife BTW) I'm coming to the round on 12/13 of feb so I'd be keen to do some marshalling and get to know some people, no better way than to turn up! I was supposed to be at the one on 14/12 but alas I had an arguent with gravity and I lost. I have all the gear, just need leather pants and get them tailored to zip to my jacket. And don't worry, I'll be battling for a spot at the back, should be some fierce competition!
Seriously, come to a bucket meet (hell, we'll let ya flag for a race or ten if you're lucky). It's only a couple of weekends away. Before bike & stuff (oh, but keep an eye out, as ya never know what comes up), make sure you've got gear (preferably leather), back protector and come take a bike for a spin when you're physically able. B grade (and F5) is more polite than A grade (by a long shot most times), but keep in mind, last place in B grade is MINE. Sheesh and some people think I have absolutely NO goal in life. Know what you mean about the mother. My parents so don't understand bikes. Dad was stressed out that for his birthday we were shouting him something to do with bikes. No wonder he was so pleased with the non-bike related present. But do come along, and we'd be thrilled to have you flag if you feel up to it (it is interesting sometimes). See you soon. Michelle (Henk's wife BTW)
Feck'n bloody mad. On the plus side, this is good news since when we get around to riding the arctic circle, he should be very competent on this german behemoth tank - invading the european neighbours in the same destructive way only Gremlin can do! Have to say, when I got a chance to ride Katie, if I had the pingers - I would have been sorely tempted to buy it!
you have a big job ahead of you, and your biggest challenge will come from motorcyclists. I was stoked to hear of the group as I had discussed the formation of something very similar with Charley Lamb early last year, and I can see a huge need for it. Motorcycle safety is the single biggest issue facing us, and it needs to be addressed by motorcyclists. We are ultimately responsible for our own safety (my middle name is now katman), and if we can be seen to be proactively looking at ways to cut the crash rate we may be saved from the very real threats of being legislated and taxed off the roads.
Stoney some observations if I may, and not a personal attack on you as from experience I know want you give up when you choose to represent people firstly thank you for the explanation and I commend you for your dedication to motorcycling, I wish you personally all the best of luck with your venture. That being said I wish to submit the following for consideration How can motorcyclist be confident that they a represented fairly by group that is mainly from Wellington, for instance are you aware of how the earth quake down here has effected roads therefore riding conditions or want the roads are like in the far north. I know the examples I have chosen are narrow in focus but then again you could say the focus of a group of people from one region representing themselves as being able represent all motorcyclist in all regions of New Zealand and being aware of each regions unique problems is also narrow. I believe all regions should be represented if this group ( I believe that this group is reinvention the wheel) must exist and yes regardless of cost. After all if cost is a factor here teleconferencing would nullify that so therefore I see that as a nonissue. One last comment about want seems the reason for the formation of this MSL, quote Garth Morgan TV1 Breakfast show "there is on average one motorcyclist killed every week" unquote. If this is the only reason for the formation of MSL then why have car drivers not got they own group Are we still the target I wish you personally all the best of luck with your venture
Thanks All for the advice, Purchased the Metzler ME880 Marathon ($430 fitted) and are more than happy with it at this stage.
Well done man.
Brent, you have my 100% support for what thats worth, that you have taken your own time to get involved in this @ the level you have & committed to a 2 year term is great. That you are doing this for ALL of our benefits & without financial compensation is to be applauded. My own opinion is that the MSL is a fantastic idea and with actual motorcyclists involved in the decision making it has the capability to do wonders. The next year or two will show how much they can acheive, I hope it is as much as the victorian system has.
Thanks for the explanation and for all your hard work. Everyone of us has different opinions on methods and tactics etc, but I am 100% sure that you are doing what you are because you think it's right, and for the best of reasons. Once again, well done, and thank you Adam (admenk)
Not to mention than I found the house first time like a boss.
The GPS had its inaugural outing last night.... We got lost and ended up walking two streets over from our 'destination' to find the house we were after. >< I guess some things never change.
Excellent story!
