Yes, in the dark, with a hole in your headlight, an H4 bulb, and a good chance of rain. Not a risk taker, then....mad.Originally Posted by Eddieb
Forum whore
Hardcore Biker
Woman says she wants to go, so that means i get to go too, cause she aint riding the 950!
Was 14 booked for mats at the station prior to me, now we are in that makes 16!
fükengrüven
Yep, you definitely get the hard man award for that effort. It is worth noting the possibility of an icy road for anybody coming out from Taupo in the morning though, particularly around Opepe.
Actually 18 now, 5150 is also bringing a pillion. Anyone signing up now will need to BYO bed for the Sat night.
Just make sure the woman remembers the 'Midwinter' & '100% chance of rain' bit.I know you are one of the stayers though
It makes life really difficult for Ann at the station to organise catering (nearest supermarket an hours drive away) when half the registered starters bail out the week before just because there are a few showers forecast.
Cheers
Clint
Hardcore Biker
Woman has been advised 'You know it will be f*****g freezing, raining, snowing, blowing and did i mention freezing!
She seems happy with that....
I was still unsure so i made the point further reinforced by adding that the only way out, home or to anywhere was by bike, no trains, buses, taxis or helecopters and no bailing out early.
I remember the last one of these, i crashed twice and still rode my twisted remains of a bike to the end!
That was in the biggest storm to ever hit NZ in 100 years wasnt it! hell some "hard riders" bailed before it started!
Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha!
Hardcore Biker
so this is the real 'cold kiwi' huh??
Impromtu gravity attacks
No, it's simply a mid winter adventure ride, as long as you are aware of the conditions you may have to confront then it's easy, the roads are generally good condition gravel and forestry and unless there is a lot of rain the river crossings aren't deep. As long as you remember central plateau conditions may be cold & wet and are prepared for that it's a pleasant ride.so this is the real 'cold kiwi' huh??
Neat countryside to explore, really scenic and we seem to be a sociable bunch.
Growing Old Disgracefully
Well some of us are..........
Here for a good time, not necessarily a long time
looking for the right road...
ill risk the ride in to the pub from taupo, there was water dripping of the cabin roof last time....inside.....
ill happy sleep on the floor at the wool shed, just might take last floor space as last time...aye eddie...
JMJ
I FEEL THE NEED, THE NEED FOR SPEED
my ride picshttp://picasaweb.google.com/sueycarter
other ride pics http://picasaweb.google.com/113645336286831595353
L-Plate Rider
Given the time of year and temp, this has got to be a really daft thing to do hehe......count me in!! hey Navek are you still checkin your oil by laying the bike down :-)
look forward to it ......
fükengrüven
Good stuff! Welcome to Kiwibiker too. Do you know any of the 'Naki riders on here? Colin from Inglewood is planning to come over I think.
Cheers
Clint
Scooter boy
Hi Clint
I wouldn't mind tagging a long if there is any space left?
Cheers
Andy
fükengrüven
Yep, plenty of space, check out the first post for info on booking Fri night accom, & bring a camp mattress & sleeping bag for the Sat night. See the calendar entry to register.
Cheers
Clint
Hardcore Biker
In again thanks Clint.
L-Plate Rider
Cheers Clint..
No don't think I know any of the Naki riders.would be good to contact a few. I gather we transport our own gear during the ride or do ya have a vehicle to ship bedding etc
sounds like it will be a good winter ride
Impromtu gravity attacks
This one I had to quote...........
Sleeping bag & wet weather gear, reckon the KLR will handle it?
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