Auckland Biker Missing since Thursday 9 November

**Rhino** · 11th November 2006, 15:25

Hi folks,

I have just found out that a 60 year old mate (Richard) is missing along with his Honda CX-400. He hasn't been seen since Thursday afternoon/early evening. His daughter Helena is very worried. I have attached a photo of Richard in the hope that someone in the Auckland area may have seen this distinctive bike/rider. His bike is red in colour and best described as a rat bike. If you have seen him, please pm me, or contact Helena on 021 2604970, ring Bruce on 0274 992 034, or email: bandjc@ihug.co.nz,

OR, TAKAPUNA POLICE, who for the first time in their lives are looking for him in a non-toxic mode.

**TLDV8** · 11th November 2006, 15:33

Any idea where he was headed given the time frame.

**Rhino** · 11th November 2006, 15:43

Originally Posted by TLDV8

Any idea where he was headed given the time frame.

Not sure. I believe that he was supposed to go get an injured hand treated at his GP. He lives in Birkdale, so I assume that the GP will probably be local.

**diggydog** · 11th November 2006, 15:45

hope he's ok and they find him, no mention where he was going.
dont want to think it, but could of gone of the road and be down a bank injured.

**Scorpygirl** · 11th November 2006, 16:51

He is actually a KBer too, although he has only done 6 posts. His KB name is thehovel.

I hope they find him safe and well. Richard is a lovely, fun guy. It's too awful to think about.

**yungatart** · 11th November 2006, 17:03

I hope your mate is ok - he looks like a real character. Sending positive thoughts his way and to his family and friends.

**Macktheknife** · 11th November 2006, 17:11

Farkme! I know this guy!
Let me know what can be done to help.

**ShadeeLady** · 11th November 2006, 18:08

Richard broke his left thumb on Sunday..Went to the Drs on Monday..had a Specialist appointment on Wednesday..was at work on Thursday till 12.00..Left on m/bike..hasn't been seen or heard from since..please keep looking for him..you can also ph.Rae (partner) 09 535 8652 or 021 668 058..please if you see him..Thanx..ShadeeLady

**crashe** · 11th November 2006, 18:10

Originally Posted by Scorpygirl

He is actually a KBer too, although he has only done 6 posts. His KB name is thehovel.

I hope they find him safe and well. Richard is a lovely, fun guy. It's too awful to think about.

He was last on KB viewing threads:
thehovel is offline
L-Plate Rider
Last Activity: 8th November 2006 09:10 which was last Wednesday.

Rhino, Scorpygirl, Macktheknife and ShadeeLady and any others that know him. I hope they find him soon.

What roads does he like to ride?
As that may help us look for him if he has come off his bike.

**awesker** · 11th November 2006, 19:43

Shit Rhino, birkdales my backyard. Ill keep my eyes peeled mate.

edit: nice stuff! glad to hear hes a-ok!

**Rhino** · 11th November 2006, 19:56

As the title says, he has been found safe and well (at least until he gets back to Auckland, when his daughter is going to give him serious grief.)

Many thanks to all for their concern.

Mack, I have sent you a pm giving more details.

**andrea** · 11th November 2006, 21:52

OH GAWD WHAT A RELIEF!!! good to see your friend is safe

**Scorpygirl** · 11th November 2006, 22:30

Thank goodness he has been found safe and well. Thanks to all of you that have been so supportive. I am going to hit on the arm a few times just to let him know and I will point him to this thread too!!! Mennnnnnnnnnnnnn sometimes!!!