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			<title>For Aunty KP</title>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:30:24 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title>Must be getting soft</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 10:45:53 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Today I went and ordered an Oxford Bone Dry one piece Rain suit from TSS which will arrive tomorrow. 
 
The rain here in Wellington is not easing up and while my current riding gear keeps me warm and dry I feel the need to keep that way. 
 
The sad thing was that I needed a 3XL and now one in...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">Today I went and ordered an Oxford Bone Dry one piece Rain suit from TSS which will arrive tomorrow.<br />
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The rain here in Wellington is not easing up and while my current riding gear keeps me warm and dry I feel the need to keep that way.<br />
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The sad thing was that I needed a 3XL and now one in Wellington had them in my petite size ;)<br />
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Looked on line everywhere and by the time I paid postage etc it was cheaper to buy direct from TSS. Great bunch of guys in their to BTW.</blockquote>

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			<title>Flash backs</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 2010 10:31:49 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Over the past few days I've been having musical flashbacks which has led down a phenomenal path of memories; bad and good. The days of wasted youth lol. 
 
Ultravox 
The Cars 
David Bowe 
Bill Joel - Good night Sigon 
Paul Hardcastle - 19 
Mr Mr 
10 CC 
Cold Chisel]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">Over the past few days I've been having musical flashbacks which has led down a phenomenal path of memories; bad and good. The days of wasted youth lol.<br />
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Ultravox<br />
The Cars<br />
David Bowe<br />
Bill Joel - Good night Sigon<br />
Paul Hardcastle - 19<br />
Mr Mr<br />
10 CC<br />
Cold Chisel<br />
Dance Exponents<br />
HERBS<br />
Mother Goose<br />
Black Sabath<br />
Alice Cooper (still listening to this)<br />
Journey<br />
Le Miserable<br />
ACDC<br />
Phantom of the Opera<br />
Suzi Quartro, and and the love of my life,<br />
Pat Benatar<br />
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Just to name a few..<br />
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Laughter, Tears, Love and Heartbreak</blockquote>

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			<title>Specsavers</title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2010 09:02:03 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>*Introduction* 
 
For the record I am not in their industry. But have been a customer of OPSM for four years. Recently my glasses suffered a lethal accident and required to be replaced.  I considered buying of an international website, however now know that this may be cheap but you need some exact...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore"><b>Introduction</b><br />
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For the record I am not in their industry. But have been a customer of OPSM for four years. Recently my glasses suffered a lethal accident and required to be replaced.  I considered buying of an international website, however now know that this may be cheap but you need some exact eye measurements like distance between pupils etc.<br />
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I had heard of Specsavers and was very dubious, as it almost sounded too good to be true. I know if that’s the case then it’s more than likely some sort of rip off. After some research on-line and questions in message boards I was left with what seemed to be a 50/50 split for and against.<br />
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Initially it was my intention to compare the two optical services using the apples for apples principle. Unfortunately or fortunately in my case I never proceeded with the comparison. The reason for this will become clear.<br />
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I never got the chance to test out my apples for apples, as I was very impressed with Specsavers this despite some shortfalls around customer management. Yes their marketing is technically correct; I got two pair of glasses cheaper than I had previously paid. I say technically as it’s not a true saving as such more of a bonus of getting an extra pair for free. That aside, if you do only choose one pair then you do actually save twenty five percent again comparing this with my previous cost at OPSM I would have saved around $125.  I believe where Specsavers make their money is buy trying to get you to choose more expensive frames, and also buy hard selling the benefits of the added extras you get. <br />
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So why document this? In reality my experience to date with them has been nothing but positive and I genuinely want people to at least consider them as an option. My flatmate has just spent $900 ish at other opticians in Wellington and is ‘gutted’ she could or should have gone to Specsavers.<br />
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Listed at the base are some Pros and Cons and tips which may benefit you. <br />
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<b>Making Contact</b><br />
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I made an on-line booking at Specsavers in Lampton Quay. Initially I was never called back. I did the same at OPSM and three days later am still waiting. After 24 hours I called Specsavers Lower Hutt and booked an appointment. An hour after contacting them I was called by Specsavers in Lampton Quay. I choose to stay with Lower Hutt.<br />
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<b>Arrival</b><br />
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I arrived early as I wanted to view the frames to get a feel for what was on offer. I was greeted by a friendly attendant who reported me in on finding out the purpose of my visit. She immediately came back but I became frustrated when she switched between customers. There were several other attendants standing around who could have assisted them.<br />
<br />
My perception was that there were two people working and four others chatting around behind the counter. From my point of view this did not look good.<br />
<br />
<b>The Pre Screening Test </b><br />
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My name was called and I was told to ‘follow me’, no introduction or reason why. Once I rounded the corner I was told to sit down as a test for Glaucoma would be done. I was told to put my head into a machine, look at a little house then I would feel a puff of air. There was more than one puff by the way.<br />
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I was then instructed to sit in the next chair and they would test for something, I still do not know what that was as the chap mumbled and he did not seem too interested. He made very little eye contact with me and personally I felt this a little unnerving.<br />
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Next the chap passed me a small A5 card and told me to hold this out or pull it closer until I could read the top line. Thank goodness I have long arms as I was almost at full arms reach when I was able to read it in focus. When I was fairly happy I could read the message he placed a long ruler against my head and measured out to the card.<br />
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Right you’re done... <br />
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<b>The Actual Eye Examination</b><br />
<br />
Again my name was called and I was instructed to ‘follow me’. Yet again no introduction was offered so I was left to figure out for myself the guy I was with was the Optician. His name badge on his chest matched the certificates on the wall so that was a good start.<br />
<br />
In fairness the Optician did explain every test and what he was doing and why. He asked many questions about my work and lifestyle as it related to my vision. I have never been asked some of these questions before, however I felt these allow him to provide even more detail about the results and what I should be doing to maintain my vision.<br />
<br />
After the tests I was thanked and told a ‘consultant’ would be with me soon.<br />
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<b>Selecting Frames</b><br />
<br />
One point that really annoyed my friend who came to help select the frames and I was you had to select the frames before you could see a consultant for the correct lens. Not all of the frames met or suited the type of lens/ prescription I required.<br />
<br />
What would have been good was being told that; ‘based off your prescription, you require X type of lens, so should be selecting Y type of frame.  The importance of this is that the frames in the cheaper range did not suit my required lens/ prescription. I felt this wasted a lot of time as I actually liked some of the cheaper frames. Also when I arrived earlier I had wasted my time looking at the wrong range.<br />
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<b>The Consultant</b><br />
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Again the attendant we though we were dealing with was not actually the Consultant. Once we had selected the right frame that I liked, that suited my lens/ prescription we were ushered over to talk to yet another person. Again; no introductions or explanations as to who he was, or what was about to happen.<br />
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In a nut shell I have progressive lens and was given four choices:<br />
 <br />
<div style="margin-left:40px">PENTAX<br />
Premium PENTAX<br />
Elite PENTAX, and <br />
Tailor-made</div><br />
Each of these types is, excuse the pun, progressively better and sharper in outer visibility from the centre of the eye. Obviously as technology advances so too does the quality, at a cost with the difference between the standard and top of the line being $250. However, in all honesty the Consultant summed it up by saying that you never look directly at an object using the corner of your eye. i.e, if you see an object out of the corner of your eye you turn your head to look at it. He also said that they have been making the ‘standard’ (PENTAX) lens for years’. I took this to mean that if it’s still being made then it must still work. <br />
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There are also other ‘add on extras’ you can get, at a considerable cost. This is where the dollars start to climb. I opted for the ‘ultra clear’ anti reflection and scratch resistance protection option at $75. The other options will vary dependant on your needs, personal choice, and cost etc.<br />
<br />
This aside if you want all the whiz bang ad ons, and can afford it then by all means go for them.<br />
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<b>The Cost</b><br />
<br />
There are two options pay in full or pay thirty percent and the remaining balance on arrival of your glasses. I opted to pay up front.<br />
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I also opted to get the deal offering ‘Two for One’. My rational for this is I choose two frame types of equal value, however with different functionality. One pair for work and professional the other for play.<br />
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<b>The Pros</b><br />
<br />
<div style="margin-left:40px">Explained the complete end to end process<br />
Questioned about my current need<br />
Given a number of available periods for examination<br />
Contacted back 24 hours before the appointment to confirm<br />
Cost of examination quoted as $60 but paid $10<br />
Very professional exam with the Optician<br />
The overall cost I saved my self a little over $900 dollars<br />
Very good web site</div><br />
<b>The Cons</b><br />
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<div style="margin-left:40px">I had to ask the cost of the examination<br />
Was initially never contacted back by the preferred provider<br />
I got frustrated with staff standing around chatting and laughing while I needed assistance<br />
The attendant switching between customers was frustrating<br />
No introductions which I found unprofessional<br />
No initial explanations of a pre-screening test<br />
No explanations during the pre-screening test<br />
Up selling on the lens options<br />
Being told to choose a frame before I knew the lens requirements<br />
Cost of examination quoted as $60 but paid $10</div><br />
<b>Tip </b>– if you get the two for one deal make sure you get frames of equal cost.<br />
<b>Tip </b>– If you get two fairs for one price try a work / play combination <br />
<b>Tip </b>– your employer my pay half or a specified cost which also heaps with the overall cost<br />
<b>Tip </b>- If you do not need and added extra it do not get it. <br />
<div style="margin-left:40px"><div style="margin-left:40px">Example, I ride a motorcycle and struggle with glare during the day. I could have got a fixed tint cheap but this would render my glasses useless at night. The next option is a transition lens at a higher cost. However a simple answer is to put my helmets internal sun visor down in high light conditions or get clip ons.   What sealed the deal not to get transitions was that the ultra clear treatment actually decreases the amount of glare anyway.</div></div></blockquote>

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			<title>Man Test</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 09:08:43 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[1. If you are over forty, and you have a washboard stomach, you are a queer. It means you haven't sucked back enough beer with the boys and have spent the rest of your free time doing sit-ups, aerobics, and doing the Oprah diet...Faggot.  
 
2. If you have a cat, you are a homo. A cat is like a...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">1. If you are over forty, and you have a washboard stomach, you are a queer. It means you haven't sucked back enough beer with the boys and have spent the rest of your free time doing sit-ups, aerobics, and doing the Oprah diet...Faggot. <br />
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2. If you have a cat, you are a homo. A cat is like a dog, but queer-- it grooms itself constantly but never scratches itself, has a delicate touch except when it uses its claws, and whines to be fed. And just think about how you call a dog... 'Killer, come here! I said get your ass over here, Killer!' Now think about how you call a cat...'Bun-bun, come to daddy, snookums!' You're pitched, you're so queer. <br />
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3. If you suck on lollipops, Ring-Pops, baby pacifiers, or any such nonsense, rest assured, you are a Gaylord. A straight man only sucks on BBQ ribs, crab claws, raw oysters, lobster backs, pickled pigs feet, or tits. Anything else and you are a Homo in training and undeniably a fag. <br />
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4. If you refuse to take a dump in a public bathroom or piss in a parking lot, you crave a deep homosexual relationship. A man's world is his bathroom; he defecates and urinates where he pleases. <br />
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5. If you drink anything other than regular coffee, you're as camp as a row of tents. A straight man will never be heard ordering a 'Decaf Soy Latte'. If you've put a Decaf Soy Latte to your lips, you've had a man there too. <br />
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6. If you know more than six names of non-standard colours or four different types of dessert other than ice cream and custard, you might as well be handing out free ass passes. A real man doesn't have memory space in his brain to remember all of that crap. If you can pick out chartreuse or you know what a 'fressier' is; you're gay. And if you can name ANY type of textile other than cotton or denim, you are poofter. <br />
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7. If you drive with both hands on the wheel, forget it, you're dying to tune a meat whistle. A man only puts both hands on the wheel to honk at a slow-ass driver or to cut the prick off. The rest of the time he needs that hand to change the radio station, eat a hamburger, or hold his beer. <br />
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8. If you do not send this off to all the males on your email list because you are afraid of hurting their feelings then you are definitely on the verge of being a ass puncher. <br />
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9. If you support the Bulls you are a faggot................................. <br />
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Oh yeah.............. If this email offends you, you're a poofter too</blockquote>

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			<title>Wellington Motorcycle - Service - Update 26/02/10 Great News</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:09:02 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Hi Team, 
 
I have received an email from the co-owner of Wellington Motorcycles. Pasted below is a direct copy of that email... Today (26/02/10) I received a refund cheque for $247.58. To Steve and Wellington Motorcycles thank you for admitting fault and rectifying this.  
 
I have however decline...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">Hi Team,<br />
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I have received an email from the co-owner of Wellington Motorcycles. Pasted below is a direct copy of that email... Today (26/02/10) I received a refund cheque for $247.58. To Steve and Wellington Motorcycles thank you for admitting fault and rectifying this. <br />
<br />
I have however decline the next service at Wellington Mototcycles.<br />
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Hi Kenneth; after reviewing your service work it has come to my attention, that you have had the valve clearances checked at 12000 km as has been the case on previous models, which had the clearances checked at both 12000 and 24000 kms, Suzuki had rescheduled the need for this to be carried out on your model, and set the first requirement for checking the valve clearances at 24000 kms, unfortunately our service writer did not pickup on this, and subsequently gave the mechanic the advice to check the valve clearances ahead of the recommended schedule, I apologize for this and will arrange the credit for this work carried out, should you wish to return your bike at the 24000 kms we would be happy to carry out the valve clearance check at no charge, I again would offer as previously discussed to look at your other concerns, feel free at any time to stop by and see myself or our service manager Bruce Lewis,<br />
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			<title>Wellington Motorcycle - Poor Service  - Update 09/02/10</title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:01:25 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I have just talked to a mate and he had exactly the same service last month at Wellington Motorcycles . They used exactly the same parts, fuilds etc on his Bandit 1250 (and a full fairing) and he was only charged $330.  
 
Now I am really gutted 
 
I will be getting a copy of his Tax Invoice and...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">I have just talked to a mate and he had exactly the same service last month at Wellington Motorcycles . They used exactly the same parts, fuilds etc on his Bandit 1250 (and a full fairing) and he was only charged $330. <br />
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Now I am really gutted<br />
<br />
I will be getting a copy of his Tax Invoice and presenting this to the owner.<br />
<br />
<br />
Update and reply to previous post - Sanatised<br />
<br />
<b>09 Feb 2010</b><br />
<br />
I have just returned from Auckland after a fantastic road trip on the bike over 2000k all up, no problems with the tyres at a fast pace.. My argument is not/was never with the tyres..  As I explained to Phil initially they are being swapped out anyway, I guess thats just 'up selling' on behalf of WMC. Cycletreads were far far chearer with $8 delievery. Cost to fit $90 locally.<br />
<br />
Currently I am awaiting delievery of tax invoices from other Bandit owners two who have had the same service recently at WMC, one from Taupo and a few from Auckland, none of which come even close to what I paid..  One explaination given by Suzuki is that WMC may have done a 24k service insteed of a 12k, Haines manual also indicate this may also be the case.<br />
<br />
While I have calmed down a little, overall I am gutted in general with how I feel I have been treated. Not talking for others however everyone I have spoken too have said the same thing 'WMC are good at selling bikes however once you are out the door they do not give a fat rats arse'.  Interestingly enough, other dealers I have talked througout the country just shook their heads, smiled and said 'thats about right for them...'.<br />
<br />
<u>Full credit to Steve to offer to rectify as WMC should </u>do under the CG Act regardless, however I choose not to take this offer as to be honest I do not or would ever trust any work carried out on my bike. Unfortunatly and as I explained to Steve I would not reccommend or ever take my curent bike to WMC for servicing or work, nor will I be buying my new bike this year from WMC.  Taking this further WMC are even geneally dearer in all respects to other local and on-line stores.<br />
<br />
'Word of Mouth' and the Internet have no boundries and are very powerful tools at the hands of the consumer... This may be a point WMC may want to consider..<br />
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Once I have the documentary evidence I will be taking the appropreate action.</blockquote>

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			<title>Wellington Motorcycle - Poor Service</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:49:41 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Now I appreciate that owning a bike and servicing it is not a cheap exercise. This I was and am prepared for… However, when you are given a total quote on two separate occasions you expect that to be the cost. On each I was told the total cost would be $395(ish), not the fricking $592.43 I have...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">Now I appreciate that owning a bike and servicing it is not a cheap exercise. This I was and am prepared for… However, when you are given a total quote on two separate occasions you expect that to be the cost. On each I was told the total cost would be $395(ish), not the fricking $592.43 I have just bloody paid.<br />
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My baby has just had its 12,000k service. I have got home and am still fuming! Not only has the ‘required work’ (ref service manual in front of me), not been done, but that I have just found out I could have exactly the same done cheaper by elsewhere…<br />
<br />
On the Tax Invoice it clearly states:<br />
<br />
<div style="margin-left:40px">“Carried out service as required. Changed engine oil and filter. Replaced spark plugs. Clean Air Filter, check engine value clearance. Checked operation of all switches, electrics and lights. Checked tyre pressure and condition, set pressures to f32/r36 psi. lubed pivot required. Checked lubed and adjusted drive chain as required. Checked operation of all cables and lubed as required. Checked clutch adjustment. Checked brake fluid levels. Drain and replace engine coolant. Adjust brakes as required. Checked battery, terminals. Ran and Tested –ok.<br />
<br />
Note – Both Tyres are worn out.”</div><br />
I first parade my bike every morning or after a period off it to ensure its (an I are) safe. So what was not done? <br />
<br />
<div style="margin-left:40px"><u>Hazard switch still jammed</u>.  ‘Checked operation of all switches, electrics and lights. <br />
<u>Rear Brake light not working</u>.  ‘Checked operation of all switches, electrics and lights. <br />
<u>Rear brake peddle was not even touched</u>.  Adjust brakes as required.<br />
<u>Chain still has far more than 15-20 millimetres of play (but was lubed</u>).  Checked lubed and adjusted drive chain as required. <br />
<u>Bike clunks (low revs) when putting into first gear</u>.  Checked clutch adjustment. <br />
<u>Certified Inspection Officer</u>. Tyres - are ok and not worn out.</div><br />
So I get on the phone and discus my concerns highlighting points etc asking questions.  All I will say is what a waste of fricking time.  In fairness the owner did offer to rectify. However, after what I have found, I would and will never take my bike back to Wellington Motorcycles. <br />
<br />
They were great to buy the bike off. Every time I have gone back to buy accessories they have been the most expensive and I have either gone to TSS (Alice Town) or bought from overseas sites. <br />
<br />
Forget the tyres,  My safety was potentially at risk from the chain, the brakes, and the rear brake light and the poor quality workmanship.<br />
<br />
I will be getting the bike independently tested then writing a letter of complaint to LTSA around the safety aspects, and to MTA around the poor workmanship. Further more I will be posting this and other comments on various web forums.<br />
I feel absolutely ripped off. If I was to use one word it would be ‘disappointed’<br />
<br />
Wellington Motorcycles sponsor a number of events and my experience of their after sales service is in my opinion an extremely poor reflection on those events.  They also advertise on here.<br />
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<b><font color="red">Pleased note this is my experience, not the view of others</font></b></blockquote>

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			<title>True or Not - Its bloody funny</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:47:14 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[AN ACTUAL CRAIG'S LIST PERSONALS AD 
 
To the Guy Who Tried to Mug Me in Downtown Savannah night before last. 
 
Date: 2009-05-27, 1:43 a.m.  E.S.T. 
 
I was the guy wearing the black Burberry jacket that you demanded that I hand over, shortly after you pulled the knife on me and my girlfriend,...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">AN ACTUAL CRAIG'S LIST PERSONALS AD<br />
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To the Guy Who Tried to Mug Me in Downtown Savannah night before last.<br />
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Date: 2009-05-27, 1:43 a.m.  E.S.T.<br />
<br />
I was the guy wearing the black Burberry jacket that you demanded that I hand over, shortly after you pulled the knife on me and my girlfriend, threatening our lives. You also asked for my girlfriend's purse and earrings. I can only hope that you somehow come across this rather important message.<br />
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First, I'd like to apologize for your embarrassment; I didn't expect you to actually crap in your pants when I drew my pistol after you took my jacket. The evening was not that cold, and I was wearing the jacket for a reason. My girlfriend had just bought me that Kimber Model 1911 .45 ACP pistol for my birthday, and we had picked up a shoulder holster for it that very evening. Obviously you agree that it is a very intimidating weapon when pointed at your head ... isn't it?!<br />
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I know it probably wasn't fun walking back to wherever you'd come from with that brown sludge in your pants. I'm sure it was even worse walking bare-footed since I made you leave your shoes, cell phone, and wallet with me. [That prevented you from calling or running to your buddies to come help mug us again].<br />
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After I called your mother or "Momma" as you had her listed in your cell, I explained the entire episode of what you'd done. Then I went and filled up my gas tank as well as those of four other people in the gas station, -- on your credit card. The guy with the big motor home took 150 gallons and was extremely grateful!<br />
<br />
I gave your shoes to a homeless guy outside Vinnie Van Go Go's, along with all the cash in your wallet. [That made his day!]<br />
<br />
I then threw your wallet into the big pink "pimp mobile" that was parked at the curb ... after I broke the windshield and side window and keyed the entire driver's side of the car.<br />
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Later, I called a bunch of phone sex numbers from your cell phone. Ma Bell just now shut down the line, although I only used the phone for a little over a day now, so what 's going on with that? Earlier, I managed to get in two threatening phone calls to the DA's office and one to the FBI, while mentioning President Obama as my possible target.<br />
<br />
The FBI guy seemed really intense and we had a nice long chat (I guess while he traced your number etc.).<br />
<br />
In a way, perhaps I should apologize for not killing you ... but I feel this type of retribution is a far more appropriate punishment for your threatened crime. I wish you well as you try to sort through some of these rather immediate pressing issues, and can only hope that you have the opportunity to reflect upon, and perhaps reconsider, the career path you've chosen to pursue in life. Remember, next time you might not be so lucky.Have a good day!<br />
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Thoughtfully yours,<br />
<br />
Alex<br />
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P.S. Remember this motto ... An armed society makes for a more civil society</blockquote>

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			<title>My Christmas Wish</title>
			<link>https://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1235-My-Christmas-Wish</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 08:11:48 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I want nothing for myself other than to be chatting with you all this time next year. 
 
*If you are driving or riding never drive/ride faster than your angels :innocent:can cary you. * 
 
P.S  
 
If you love music and sad things please watch the attached ad. Its an Aussie one but the message is...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">I want nothing for myself other than to be chatting with you all this time next year.<br />
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<b><i>If you are driving or riding never drive/ride faster than your angels :innocent:can cary you. </i></b><br />
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P.S <br />
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If you love music and sad things please watch the attached ad. Its an Aussie one but the message is universal.<br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2mf8DtWWd8&amp;feature=player_embedded#" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2mf8...ayer_embedded#</a></blockquote>

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			<title>No longer a virgin</title>
			<link>https://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1203-No-longer-a-virgin</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 02:21:57 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Well it was my first time over the hill (Rimutaka Hill Road) today and the foam on my seat has formed a new shape lol. Took my time like a nanna but the most important thing was for me to stay upright. 
 
Seriously though what a great ride over to Martinbourgh with a great bunch of people. A...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">Well it was my first time over the hill (Rimutaka Hill Road) today and the foam on my seat has formed a new shape lol. Took my time like a nanna but the most important thing was for me to stay upright.<br />
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Seriously though what a great ride over to Martinbourgh with a great bunch of people. A beautiful day and by the time I got to Toppys I had to remove the liner from my pants and jackets.<br />
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Saw a few zip cars (:Police:) on the way and deployed the circling finger above the head to warn oncomming bikes..<br />
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Looking forward to the next ride. Thanks team. A few pictures on te albums...:grouphug:</blockquote>

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			<title><![CDATA[I don't bite (hard)]]></title>
			<link>https://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1194-I-don-t-bite-(hard)</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:17:33 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I am new to the whole blogging thing. I noticed down there in the right had coner a number of people have been perving at mah profile. 
 
While I love being a loner, feel free to add me :) 
 
:blip:</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">I am new to the whole blogging thing. I noticed down there in the right had coner a number of people have been perving at mah profile.<br />
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While I love being a loner, feel free to add me :)<br />
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:blip:</blockquote>

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			<title>New HR Policy and Practice  – For Employers</title>
			<link>https://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1192-New-HR-Policy-and-Practice-–-For-Employers</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:19:18 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Instructions for employers on new Employees placement   
 
Problem: 
 
1.	Put 400 bricks in a closed room.  
2.	Put new employees in the room and close the door. 
3.	Leave them alone and come back after 6 hours.  
4.	Analyse the situation:  
Solution 
If they:</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">Instructions for employers on new Employees placement  <br />
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Problem:<br />
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1.	Put 400 bricks in a closed room. <br />
2.	Put new employees in the room and close the door.<br />
3.	Leave them alone and come back after 6 hours. <br />
4.	Analyse the situation: <br />
Solution<br />
If they:<br />
•	a.	are counting the bricks, put them in the Accounting. <br />
•	b.	are recounting them, put them in Auditing. <br />
•	c.	have messed up the whole place with the bricks, put them in Engineering. <br />
•	d.	are arranging the bricks in some strange order, put them in Planning. <br />
•	e.	are throwing the bricks at each other, put them in Operations. <br />
•	f.	 are sleeping, put them in Security. <br />
•	g.	have broken the bricks into pieces, put them in Information Technology. <br />
•	h.	are sitting idle, put them in Human Resources. <br />
•	  i.	say they have tried different combinations, they are looking for more, yet not a brick has been moved, put them in Sales. <br />
•	j.	have already left for the day, put them in Marketing. <br />
•	k.	are staring out of the window, put them in Strategic Planning. <br />
•	  l.	are talking to each other, and not a single brick has been moved, congratulate them and put them in Top Management .<br />
<br />
Finally, if they have surrounded themselves with bricks in such a way that they can neither be seen nor heard from, put them in <b>Government</b></blockquote>

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			<title>Photography sites</title>
			<link>https://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1185-Photography-sites</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:19:53 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Is anyone able to recommend a good web site to publish my pictures on??? I do not belong to face book or social net working sites as I like my own company lol, but love sharing what I have.  
 
Not knocking KB but I struggle posting pictures on here. Most of my pictures are all 10mp and its a real...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="blogcontent restore">Is anyone able to recommend a good web site to publish my pictures on??? I do not belong to face book or social net working sites as I like my own company lol, but love sharing what I have. <br />
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Not knocking KB but I struggle posting pictures on here. Most of my pictures are all 10mp and its a real time consuming process reducing them lol..<br />
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Not lazy just like using my time better</blockquote>

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			<title>Taking it viral</title>
			<link>https://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1168-Taking-it-viral</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:19:59 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c63yzgu6D9k 
 
Denis Leary's ACC A.S.S.H.O.L.E :moon:]]></description>
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Denis Leary's ACC A.S.S.H.O.L.E :moon:</blockquote>

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