King Country ADV ride?

**Waihou Thumper** · 18th April 2009, 15:37

Originally Posted by junkmanjoe

Hay chaps i just been on ph to nicki at taumarunui motor park.

she has said all cabins are booked but not all beds are full.
so there must be spare beds in some cabins.

my son just found the pics of his bike with my gear on it,
hes not very happy with me at the moment....

ill buy a bus ticket.

I was just thinking, it would save me bringing a tent, putting it up, taking it down and packing it for the ride home.
The other way, I can turn up, get drunk, crash, get out and ride....
Perfect!
So, if there is anyone willing to share with the Orange brigade, sorry I don't have a DR or a Africa Twin, I do promise to behave, mostly and the bike will too, she purrs at night.....

**junkmanjoe** · 19th April 2009, 09:38

worst thing ever just happened.
was dunking my choc bikie in my coffie and it broke off...

as you can all see husband is very very bored and sad as he misses his "BABY DR650 "!!!!!!

**dino3310** · 19th April 2009, 09:49

Originally Posted by junkmanjoe

worst thing ever just happened.
was dunking my choc bikie in my coffie and it broke off...

as you can all see husband is very very bored and sad as he misses his "BABY DR650 "!!!!!!

come on joe jump on the young fellas bike and go for blat, i've been riding the kids 49cc around to try and scratch the itch it doesnt work but its a lot of fun.

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as for the choccy biscuit drop about 8 in and get a spoon yummmyyyyy

**junkmanjoe** · 19th April 2009, 09:57

i have to watch hard cornering as the foot peg digs in and i wipe out on the grass, have more ass offs on the small one than mine....

**Eddieb** · 19th April 2009, 21:02

Just seen the 5 day forecast, rain everywhere between Wellington & Hamilton for the next 5 days.

**junkmanjoe** · 19th April 2009, 21:05

mmmm better have nobys and wet gear. and be crazy enough to get muddy and wet just for fun...
im there..

**K slider** · 19th April 2009, 21:06

Originally Posted by Eddieb

Just seen the 5 day forecast, rain everywhere between Wellington & Hamilton for the next 5 days.

Same here the Matahiwi will be off if it rains wednesday, will keep posted.

**dino3310** · 19th April 2009, 21:21

should keep the dust down then.
Five sleeps to go

**.chris** · 19th April 2009, 21:21

Originally Posted by junkmanjoe

mmmm better have nobys and wet gear. and be crazy enough to get muddy and wet just for fun...
im there..

Makes me wonder if I should invest in some more off road worthy tires for the 42/fishers. But I do like a challenge so I am thinking I might just stick with the Saraha's

I just got some waterproof pants today, so I am some of the way prepared for this ride and what-ever the weather may bring.

I am probably going to have to hit the road soon after we finish on sunday, I have a friends going away party I said I would attend back in Auckland, so sunday may be a big day on the bike for me.

**dino3310** · 19th April 2009, 21:26

Originally Posted by c.h.r.i.s

Makes me wonder if I should invest in some more off road worthy tires for the 42/fishers. But I do like a challenge so I am thinking I might just stick with the Saraha's

I just got some waterproof pants today, so I am some of the way prepared for this ride and what-ever the weather may bring.

I am probably going to have to hit the road soon after we finish on sunday, I have a friends going away party I said I would attend back in Auckland, so sunday may be a big day on the bike for me.

long day alrite mate watch that chaffing

**dino3310** · 20th April 2009, 07:47

yep rain all week

and on sat but fine sunday,
heres a good link for weather
http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forec...zni&noofdays=7

if my rides running i'll still be there, not sure about the 42 and fishers though

**Aslan** · 20th April 2009, 10:16

I'm a wuss - already decided I'll be passing on the 42nd and Fishers - done them both already on my DR - plan on riding my 1150GS - prolly leave a Tourance on the rear with TKC up front.

Also - given the weather forecast I'm a doubtful for the Matahiwi - have riden in the first 7km uphill from Matahiwi and there's a lot of Papa Slab - my GS becomes a 250Kg sled on wet papa - I'm not worried about breaking the GS - more worried about breaking me - things take longer to heal at 60 and beyond!

Look fwd to seeing y'all Friday - God willing - and yes for those wanting company on the ride South on Sunday I'll be heading home from the point where others head into the Fishers.

Ciao Aslan

**Paladin** · 20th April 2009, 10:25

Originally Posted by Aslan

I'm a wuss - already decided I'll be passing on the 42nd and Fishers - done them both already on my DR - plan on riding my 1150GS - prolly leave a Tourance on the rear with TKC up front.

Also - given the weather forecast I'm a doubtful for the Matahiwi - have riden in the first 7km uphill from Matahiwi and there's a lot of Papa Slab - my GS becomes a 250Kg sled on wet papa - I'm not worried about breaking the GS - more worried about breaking me - things take longer to heal at 60 and beyond!

Look fwd to seeing y'all Friday - God willing - and yes for those wanting company on the ride South on Sunday I'll be heading home from the point where others head into the Fishers.

Ciao Aslan

Aslan, do you know what kind of time you are planning to start the trek back to Welly on Sunday and rough idea of when you plan to be back in the Hutt?

Actually I didn't realise or twig that to head back Sunday we may miss the 42nd AND Fishers - bit bummed about that tbh!

**Aslan** · 20th April 2009, 11:10

Hi Paladin aka Dave - I think Mark aka MotoXNut has planed to be at Owhango (end of the 42nd) by 2pm - that's about my target time for heading South - at that rate it's still 5 - 6 hours to home - especially if we come down the Turakina or Whangehu Valleys.

Depending on your physical state (post last injury) you may be wise to look carefully before leaping into Fishers (mucho Papa) & 42nd more technical IMO - having a lighter machine (your DR with 606's and 14T engine sprocket) will certainly help.

Cheers S

**Paladin** · 20th April 2009, 11:54

Originally Posted by Aslan

Hi Paladin aka Dave - I think Mark aka MotoXNut has planed to be at Owhango (end of the 42nd) by 2pm - that's about my target time for heading South - at that rate it's still 5 - 6 hours to home - especially if we come down the Turakina or Whangehu Valleys.

Depending on your physical state (post last injury) you may be wise to look carefully before leaping into Fishers (mucho Papa) & 42nd more technical IMO - having a lighter machine (your DR with 606's and 14T engine sprocket) will certainly help.

Cheers S

Yep, hear what you're saying. Neck & back are definitely feeling better BUT turning head to the right is still painful down left side of neck; lower back mostly ok, however those 2 points/areas between shoulder blades basically in the centre/spinal area are still VERY sore, eg picking up kiddies still hurts! All in all means I am hopeful to be a go but trying hard to be sensible about it. The LHS of neck issue will probs be fine, but tbh am still very concerned about the centre of back issues; doesn't feel right!
The bike is basically ok to go; gotta fit the new rear DinkyWinkas indicators. Wanna get front wheel balanced too if poss. Really should replace the weakened main riser bolt on LHS that Paul straightened but this week has gone to hell with being dumped with the girls full-time after my ex up and scarpered to OZ at the last minute last Friday for 9 days while kids on school holiday and she not even back til wee hours of Monday(the day they go back to school/playcentre!) - nice move huh! Out -bl**dy-rageous behaviour!!! Guess she didn't wanna see her kids on their school vacation! Still, straw that broke camels back for me - she won't be getting any opportunity to treat me & girls like that again i can assure you - I've taken steps to ensure THAT!!!!

Will keep my fingers crossed for the weekend and advise you matey!