Yet another Newbee on the road

**Hawkeye** · 27th February 2006, 22:08

Just thought I would say Hi. Been a 'cager' for more years than I'm prepared to admit. Finally decided that with the price of petrol, I could convince the better half that a bike would be more economical. Got my hands on an old (85) Honda CBX250 at Christmas. Doubled her value by adding paint and tidying her up. (The bike not the misses). Did the BHT with Roadsafe on Wellington Anniversary, and then the scratchy the next day.
After lots of short runs to the local super and back and a few slightly further afield, I decided that tonight was the night to give it a try and ride into Wellington. First time down/up the gorge in a Wellington wind. Interesting to say the least. Also came back in the dark which was yet another new experience.
But I survived to tell the tale. So here I am, the new kid (!!!) on the block.
If you see me out and about, say Hi, give a wave (and give me a wide berth).
I'm sure one day I will be able to live up to my member name, but not just yet!

**Shadows** · 28th February 2006, 00:00

Tonight, of all nights..... was it still blowing like 40 bastards out there?
Excellent, we need more keen bikers.

**kels** · 28th February 2006, 01:38

Hi Swift One and welcome to KB

**kiwifruit** · 28th February 2006, 01:42

welcome to the site and the world of road riding
enjoy and look out for people trying to kill you (most other road users)

**skelstar** · 28th February 2006, 07:29

Hey bud. Welcome to the site. Keen for a newbie ride on Wednesday night?

**Str8 Jacket** · 28th February 2006, 08:13

Welcome to the site! Riding in the Wellington wind can be very interesting to say the least. Be good to see you on the ride tomorrow...... (check meetings and events, its called TCWNR) hopefully see ya there!

**phoenixgtr** · 28th February 2006, 08:25

She was a bit gusty last night

Welcome to the site

**R1madness** · 28th February 2006, 09:39

Ahh another convert. Welcome to the madness.

A word of advise. Keep an eye on the oil level on the CBX. They are a great bike but do "use" a little oil and since they only hold a little bit there is not a lot to spare. Once a week or before a long ride should do it.

**MidnightMike** · 28th February 2006, 09:47

Welcome to KB.

**bladez** · 28th February 2006, 09:49

welcome to the road and have fun out there

**Hawkeye** · 28th February 2006, 10:47

Originally Posted by R1madness

A word of advise. Keep an eye on the oil level on the CBX. They are a great bike but do "use" a little oil and since they only hold a little bit there is not a lot to spare. Once a week or before a long ride should do it.

Thanks for the advice. Will keep an eye on it. I wasn't aware of that.

**Hawkeye** · 28th February 2006, 11:11

Originally Posted by Shadmeister

Tonight, of all nights..... was it still blowing like 40 bastards out there?

Yeh! it was rather gusty out there last night.
I decided that at some point I had to go out in the wind so lets get it over with. Let's face it. I live in the Wellington region. How often is there going to be no wind.....

**Bekki** · 28th February 2006, 19:09

Originally Posted by SWIFT ONE

So here I am, the new kid (!!!) on the block.

Welcome SWIFT ONE!!

I am new too.
Everyone here is SO friendly and the site is a treasure trove of knowledge, I am sure you will enjoy!
I would only caution you to stay away from the arcade section, it's crazy addictive.....

**Hawkeye** · 28th February 2006, 19:25

Originally Posted by Bekki

Welcome SWIFT ONE!!

I am new too.
Everyone here is SO friendly and the site is a treasure trove of knowledge, I am sure you will enjoy!
I would only caution you to stay away from the arcade section, it's crazy addictive.....

Thanks Bekki. Haven't visited that section yet! Sounds my kind of place