Manawatu Friday Night Ride. (Be there or be in the square).

**86GSXR** · 3rd January 2009, 10:56

It's all the power, eh Al

**NZsarge** · 3rd January 2009, 10:59

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

It's all the power, eh Al

Did someone mention power? I think there's a V-Max rollin' round these parts somewhere's...

**banditrider** · 3rd January 2009, 11:11

Did someone mention power? I think there's a ZX-14 rollin' round these parts somewhere's...

**KiwiKat** · 3rd January 2009, 11:12

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

I would recommend a set of Pilot Road 2's for the Kat.

Alright I GET THE MESSAGE. Pilot Road 2's - I have read the reviews. Thanks guys. Now to reorganise the priority list.

Friday Night - Ride with Matt. (Racey, screaming, borrowed naked 250 cbr)

Met Matt at my house after Tea. We went and explored some awesome riding roads with neat views. Onepuhi / Porewa Road, Leedstown Road, Mt. Curl Road (Hunterville to Marton) which turned into shingle uphill into the sun with quite a bit of wind so we turned around and came back through Tokorangi and Makino Road. I must try Mt Curl Road from Marton end one day soon.

The eyes take a bit of adjusting to the long dusk. A good opportunity to try out the Katana headlights on bends etc. but still not quite dark enough. More night rides req. over the next few weeks.

The Katana back wheel was all over the place and slid on a couple of surface changes, bridge entry etc. I know it has a slow leak (must work out where I put my tyre gauge).

**banditrider** · 3rd January 2009, 11:14

Originally Posted by KiwiKat

Alright I GET THE MESSAGE. Pilot Road 2's - I have read the reviews. Thanks guys. Now to reorganise the priority list.

Personally, I think a Metzler Z6 would suit your bike and riding style well - should give good mileage too.

**cowboyz** · 3rd January 2009, 11:15

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

Depends on riding style too of course. Sensible speeds and no hard cornering, yep bout 8000.

you have seen yod ride huh?

Originally Posted by Owl

Yep got them, but spent more time trying to break the bead (my design flaw). First time doing it, so I figure next time will be shitload's easier!

I got a good bead breaker here that is nice and small and portable. You can borrow it anytime.

**NZsarge** · 3rd January 2009, 11:27

Originally Posted by cowboyz

I got a good bead breaker here that is nice and small and portable. You can borrow it anytime.

Speaking of borrowing... You seen my speed bleeder? Or my lighter?

**Owl** · 3rd January 2009, 11:36

Originally Posted by cowboyz

I got a good bead breaker here that is nice and small and portable. You can borrow it anytime.

Cheers cowboyz!

I just didn't realise how much pressure was required to break the bead. I don't have wooden studs in my shed, so I mounted my device to the workbench. I was able to lift the bench with about 40kg + Tracy sitting on it. Stubborn fucken tyre I reckon!

**cowboyz** · 3rd January 2009, 13:16

Originally Posted by NZsarge

Speaking of borrowing... You seen my speed bleeder? Or my lighter?

I speak no english.....

Originally Posted by Owl

Cheers cowboyz!

I just didn't realise how much pressure was required to break the bead. I don't have wooden studs in my shed, so I mounted my device to the workbench. I was able to lift the bench with about 40kg + Tracy sitting on it. Stubborn fucken tyre I reckon!

Some are just like that. I built a bead breaker and broke it trying to get a tyre off and then went, fuck it and brought a proper one. Makes it a shitload easier with the proper gear.

**yod** · 3rd January 2009, 13:16

Originally Posted by cowboyz

you have seen yod ride huh?

yep, sensible and gentle, thats how i roll

**cowboyz** · 3rd January 2009, 13:53

Originally Posted by yod

yep, sensible and gentle, thats how i roll

Go white boy!

**Monie** · 3rd January 2009, 14:23

Originally Posted by cowboyz

you could sneak out while monie is packing.............

him sneak out i will hear him i am not deaf lol

[QUOTE=Switch;1871779]Well since you lazy buggers arn't going I'll have to ride by myself!

i today road into town on my push bike

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

I'll volunteer to try out the tyre KK

What a day. Just got home after thinking it would be all over in 2 hours. Must be a record even for us.

The Apiti Loop had proceeded swimingly until shortly before Kimbolton when following Dog's on the blue beast I noticed his rear looked a little strange.

Shortly after, the beast ground to a halt with a rather large flat spot. Luckily there was a house very convieniently placed and the occupants very biker friendly (can't have been the mad lady with the hotline lol).

Bike stashed in the shed and a quick pillion brief to Dog's and we were off.

104 kg makes a Tiger handle slightly differently but was having a jolly old time. Hit the twisties up toward Kimbloton when I hear some strange 'wind noise'.

Turned out to be Dog's screaming

Stopped at Kimbolton and explained that it's normal to lean if one doesn't want to end up down the bank

cry baby that would of been funny to see

Here we were treated to the 2nd most funny thing of the day as Cowboyz pulled a lovely 12 oclocker which turned into 3 pm - on the scooter!

Onward to the next Daytona, lashed er down and back to Ashhurst for emergency surgery.

Great day out guys, total classic

Originally Posted by cowboyz

Of course she does.... Chicks dig tyres.............

we just say that to shut you lot up

**oscarnz** · 8th January 2009, 06:31

So who is riding tomorrow night?? I am getting withdrawals, stuff this being back at work caper!!!

**ezirider** · 8th January 2009, 10:35

Originally Posted by NZsarge

Did someone mention power? I think there's a V-Max rollin' round these parts somewhere's...

Thought I'd introduce myself.. no, I don't own the VMax but the lady who does comes into the pub that I drink at (Rex's, Fairs Rd). It's brand spanking new and I'm pretty sure she said the first 09 in the country. She's only little and the bike is a bloody monster alright!

I ride a new (08) SV1000SK7, black with black Neptune cans. Had it just over a month now and loving it. Might have to catch up with you guys one day and tag along for a ride somewhere.

Cheers.