Calling all mods and rockers!

**shrub** · 25th June 2009, 08:49

On the 22nd of August Street and Sport Motorcycles in Christchurch are hosting the first ever Mods and Rockers Winter Rumble. Open to all classic 60s and retro style bikes (Triumph Bonneville, Honda GB500 etc) and all classic scooters we'll ride from Christchurch to New Brighton. Once at Brighton we'll have a series of Mods vs Rockers contests and the winning group will be presented with a trophy and lead the vanquished back to Christchurch.

Once in town we'll gather at Poplar Lane where the Twisted Hop and Vespa Room bars will be hosting a party. There will be secure indoor bike storage, so if you want to celebrate (or drown your sorrows) you can do so without worrying about drinking and riding.

To find out more visit www.streetandsport.co.nz or contact David Thompson on 03 366 2201

**shrub** · 25th June 2009, 12:42

The scooter clubs are getting right into it, and there is even going to be a contingent coming down from Wellington. It would be a disaster if they outnumber the rockers, so we need anyone with a cafe racer, classic Brit or Euro bike or a modern classic (Kawasaki WR650, GB Honda, Bonneville etc) to rally round the flag.

**T.W.R** · 25th June 2009, 13:02

can just see you done up as a rocker

**shrub** · 25th June 2009, 14:34

wearing a black leather jacket, jeans and a pair of black leather boots isn't too hard though.

**klingon** · 25th June 2009, 15:46

Oooh I wish I was down that way! It would be a hoot! The Volty could almost pass as a classic bike... near enough for those short-sighted geeky mods anyway.

And don't forget your white scarf around your neck. And your leather cap to wear once you take your helmet off. And remember to watch Quadrophenia in advance so you know exactly how to behave.

**CookMySock** · 25th June 2009, 16:14

Originally Posted by klingon

Oooh I wish I was down that way! It would be a hoot! The Volty could almost pass as a classic bike...:

Uh huh, just put some clip-on bars on it and a rorty zorst and you are in with a grin.

Is mods vs rockers going to be the new cool?

Steve

**shrub** · 26th June 2009, 17:09

Hey, jump on a plane if you don't mind riding pillion or use the cheap ferry crossing the Wellington scooter crowd have organised. Plenty of accomodation and the beer is especially good.

**klingon** · 26th June 2009, 17:28

Originally Posted by shrub

Hey, jump on a plane if you don't mind riding pillion or use the cheap ferry crossing the Wellington scooter crowd have organised. Plenty of accomodation and the beer is especially good.

Yeah we should get a bunch of Rockers together from Auckland and come down and invade the party!

Actually if I was a real Rocker I would steal a ferry ticket from one of those weedy mods and send him crying home to his mummy. Hmmm... there's a plan...

**CookMySock** · 26th June 2009, 21:04

Mod scooter on trademe.. first I have seen!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-224519092.htm

Steve

**Paulo** · 1st July 2009, 14:18

hoping to make it down on the CB if not then I'll take the gb (depends on a few parts) Should be a fun day

Wonder if ther'll be deck chairs to hurl

**T.W.R** · 1st July 2009, 15:39

Pics

1) 1st rockers arriving on new Brighton beach
2) A lonely Mod cruising down Poplar lane

**BADGRL** · 1st July 2009, 20:27

Just wondering... would a 1954 AJS pass? It's all restored and fully rd legal I'm dying to ride with some other oldies!

**P38** · 1st July 2009, 21:35

Sounds like a bloody awsome ride.

Wish I could make it.

I asked the guy at united video "Hey mate you got a copy of Quadrophenia"?

He looked at me and said "I dont even know what that is"

Does it have Arn-old Swarts-a-nigger in it?

Bloody younger generation dont know nothing really!

**CookMySock** · 2nd July 2009, 08:30

Originally Posted by P38

Sounds like a bloody awsome ride. Wish I could make it.

I asked the guy at united video "Hey mate you got a copy of Quadrophenia"?

ditto.

http://www.google.co.nz/search?q=Quadrophenia+torrent

Steve

**shrub** · 2nd July 2009, 09:51

Originally Posted by BADGRL

Just wondering... would a 1954 AJS pass? It's all restored and fully rd legal I'm dying to ride with some other oldies!

Yeah, no problems, it would be awesome to see your AJ. I can guarantee you won't have the oldest bike there. I'm looking at charging $20.00 and sponsoring the volunteers at Burwood Spinal Unit as they have lost most of their funding and do a good job (and have helped more than a few bikers). For your $20.00 you'll get a patch and a good feeling, so well worth it.

I also need an idea of numbers as there is a big difference between catering for 20 people and 200 people. If anyone is thinking of going, can they please check out our website www.streetandsport.co.nz and email me from that.