Police getting tougher on speed tolerance

[FJRider]

Getting there.
motorcycles and rides like North Island 800 have really helped.

been given tasks and sorting them out is what I enjoy the most.
Occasionally I need help, like minded people are really rewarding to work with.

got a big ride scheduled for next weekend weather permitting, all weekend down to me mates place 550 km away

Time for you to step up ... I have completed six Chatto Creek 1000 MILE rallys. Five on the FJ and one on an XJ750.

1635 km's of moving in 24 hours.

I think there is one in the North Island ...

[FJRider]

You guys need to start a Saturday Night Rant thread...

It's bad enough that some show up late for this thread ...

[caspernz]

You guys need to start a Saturday Night Rant thread...

Or a Sunday morning one for those who don't go to church or actually ride

[Bonez]

Getting ready to go for skoot. Cracker morning over this way. Tuis are out and about in our trees.

[eldog]

Or a Sunday morning one for those who don't go to church or actually ride

Saving up my energy for next 2 weekend rides

[eldog]

You guys need to start a Saturday Night Rant thread...

True

Was about time there was a rant involving more than 2 people.

We did try to keep it on thread topic, but Bonez had to go to bed for his beauty sleep.

[eldog]

Time for you to step up ... I have completed six Chatto Creek 1000 MILE rallys. Five on the FJ and one on an XJ750.

1635 km's of moving in 24 hours.

I think there is one in the North Island ...

long distance riders 1600 k in 2 weeks time

I do the 800 version

The only prep I will do will be the ride next weekend and the ride down to turangi the night before from akl.

Not enough time or skill for 1600 prep.

[Bonez]

long distance riders 1600 k in 2 weeks time

I do the 800 version

The only prep I will do will be the ride next weekend and the ride down to turangi the night before from akl.

Not enough time or skill for 1600 prep.

Not every one is up to it mate. Just don't feel pressured to keep up with other folk.

Just about to pop over and see Dad at Havelock North.

Those bits of road that don't get much sun should have thawed out by now.

[Kickaha]

Not enough time or skill for 1600 prep.

My prep for 1600km rides involved riding to the starting point

[eldog]

Not every one is up to it mate. Just don't feel pressured to keep up with other folk.

Just about to pop over and see Dad at Havelock North.

Those bits of road that don't get much sun should have thawed out by now.

I ride my own ride, I learnt that by myself.

have a good ride

Havelock North the weather has always been nice when I have been there.

[eldog]

My prep for 1600km rides involved riding to the starting point

Via Tapawera?

Expect rain as usual when we ride

[FJRider]

long distance riders 1600 k in 2 weeks time

I do the 800 version

The only prep I will do will be the ride next weekend and the ride down to turangi the night before from akl.

Not enough time or skill for 1600 prep.

There are many that consider a ride consisting of two tanks of fuel used ... is a long ride.

The 1600 km rides involve night riding ... and those not really comfortable riding at night do struggle. And you do find yourself in some out of the way places at 2am in the morning. The urge to pull over and sleep then is hard to fight. A fair portion of self confidence in your own ability helps.

But there are some really spectacular and memorable (magic) moments on those sorts of rides.

Those that start it and pull out ... always had my respect. As do those that know their own limitations and don't start.

The first 1600 one I started I crashed in daylight. The second one I started on the same XJ750 ... I finished it 2 hours before the 24 hour limit to finish.

Two 600 km (back to back) day rides is good prep ... and a 500 km night ride is good prep.

[eldog]

There are many that consider a ride consisting of two tanks of fuel used ... is a long ride.

The 1600 km rides involve night riding ... and those not really comfortable riding at night do struggle. And you do find yourself in some out of the way places at 2am in the morning. The urge to pull over and sleep then is hard to fight. A fair portion of self confidence in your own ability helps.

But there are some really spectacular and memorable (magic) moments on those sorts of rides.

Those that start it and pull out ... always had my respect. As do those that know their own limitations and don't start.

The first 1600 one I started I crashed in daylight. The second one I started on the same XJ750 ... I finished it 2 hours before the 24 hour limit to finish.

Two 600 km (back to back) day rides is good prep ... and a 500 km night ride is good prep.

I respect that and understand it.

Time and fitness are my only restraints ATM

I have completed all of the NI800 so far.
The first one I was awake for almost the whole night before - nervous and frozen.
made it though.

great feeling when you mix with fellow riders with the same goal, even when you don't know them, they are always very helpful and supportive.

Planning on completing 2x 600 km (probably a lot more on one day) back to back next weekend

not so sure about the 500km ride at night-never tried it.

18 hours is the most so far.

often its 4 tank fulls, I prefer to be careful so I dont run out. Most of these rides are in places I have never been to, so its a challenge

[release_the_bees]

This year is the first year in a while that I'm not attending for the NI800. The limited places this year, plus a one month old baby in the house mean that I'll have to skip it this year. I'll probably go for a decent ride on the day, so that I'm at least out on the road riding.

I'm still trying to figure out a way to get time to do the TT though. I did it for the first time this year and it was an absolute blast. Realistically though, I'll probably have to wait another year for that too.

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[FJRider]

I respect that and understand it.

Time and fitness are my only restraints ATM

I have completed all of the NI800 so far.
The first one I was awake for almost the whole night before - nervous and frozen.
made it though.

great feeling when you mix with fellow riders with the same goal, even when you don't know them, they are always very helpful and supportive.

Planning on completing 2x 600 km (probably a lot more on one day) back to back next weekend

not so sure about the 500km ride at night-never tried it.

18 hours is the most so far.

often its 4 tank fulls, I prefer to be careful so I dont run out. Most of these rides are in places I have never been to, so its a challenge

You have done more than many then. Your first one sounds like my first 1000 mile ride. Keep your mind busy working on keeping your average speed up. Concern yourself with the road directly in front of you. Thats the bit that needs your full attention. Follow another bike if they are going at a pace you are happy with. If you aren't happy .. back off or speed up. You decide.

Midnight and a full moon can be amazing. Even a tank of gas ride at night to get familiar with night riding helps. A 10 litre container of fuel is a good idea. It gives you a bit of leeway to get somewhere in areas you're not familiar with.

Remember ... a 1000 mile ride can be achieved in 24 hours ... with an average speed of 40 km/hr. That includes the time when you're stopped and fueling up. Easy eh ...

Constant and consistent speeds with no excessive changes in throttle actions will save fuel. AND TIME. And no real requirement to exceed any posted speed limits. But sitting on 105 km/hr usually attracts less attention from plod than sitting on 120 km/hr. It gives a good average speed base and easy on most roads to achieve.

Dehydration can be an issue ... that air moving past you literally sucks the juice out of you. A small bottle you can sip/suck out of with you helmet on is good. Go easy on the energy drinks ... that stuff is hard on your gut. Easy to eat snacks (self prepared) are good. You need fuel too.

Don't get cold. It saps energy real fast. Carry a few extra layers in a bag if you can ... and have space to put stuff you might need/want to take off if you get hot..

Practice doing all of the above on afternoon rides ... not necessarily all of it on any given ride. But knowing what works (or not) will save you grief when you don't need it. Minor issues can turn into big issues fast.

Keep your mind active and your eyes open.