Now I've gone and done it (a saga begins).

[steelphoenix]

Seconding both Naked Bus and the train; bus is quicker (I think it's about 8-9hrs), though the train is more comfortable by far...

[blackdog]

well many thanks to madness for going to have a little looksee for me

sounds like its a fairly tidy little number, with only a few minor issues requiring attention in the near future

so auckland here we come.

should be there friday evening if anyone is interested in a bit of a spin

[blackdog]

(I think it's about 8-9hrs),

11 hrs 55 mins arrrgggghhhhh

[_STAIN_]

message me

[blackdog]

Mission accomplished!

A Huge thanks to everyone who helped out making the trip a success, with special mentions for Mattathm, Madness, and Grubber. You guys were frikkin' awesome, and it never would have come together without you.

I'll write up a decent report tomorrow when I've got a few minutes, after some of the aches and pains subside. Fair to say it aint a touring bike!