Chch Wednesday Night Cruises 2009-10

**sammcj** · 27th March 2010, 14:54

Think it depends what you want done, T.W.R. has done work for me and a few others I know well, more than happy with everything he's done, bloody good sort and doesn't charge an arm and a leg

**maxf** · 27th March 2010, 17:37

Originally Posted by Booswap

Hey guys a bit off topic but i need recommendations on a new bike shop to go to Norjo's have pissed me off big time fucking me round and just shit ass service......

Well to some it up im not happy Jan. I hear Just Motorbikes in Brighton is good?? Oh and BTW i have a Japper so no Euro places they just make me feel dirty when i go in

Only time I've heard of Norjos' they frightened the old owner of my GPX750 so much (head job at $1200++) that he ditched the bike for about 2000 under value - and it turned out the valves were way overtight on the adjustments, that's all... As far as spannering goes, I've got a Euro and the last time I talked to the official dealer (about a tune-up) they said they didn't have the proper tool and to do it by ear, so I don't feel dirty, I just feel dropped!!

So, I'm with Flip - DIY. I know it's not for everyone, and for some bikes it's probably just not possible (either diabolical design, or expensive custom tools, or just no documentation, etc etc) but you can then pick and choose - get it all done yourself, get out a subassembly and then get assistance on that, or do some diagnosis and get it all done for you, but hopefully with no BS...

**Footless** · 27th March 2010, 19:00

Originally Posted by dangerous

all depending on what ya want done, I use hampton Honda, Im waiting for feed back on the Avon City Suzuki shop.

I have found Avon Suzuki good, their workshop always seems quite full and busy - so its the old story, if your in a strange town, go to the takeaway bar with the longest que

**fireliv** · 27th March 2010, 22:44

Originally Posted by helenoftroy

Lol!remember that 1st summer of WNRs when there was a awesome storm & a massive hail storm just as we rode into Diamond harbour?

Im sure I remember you and Spuds were loving it but the sprotsbike guys limped home a zero ks an hour!!

I was on my old R100GS,she was in her element

That was my first wed nite ever! Alex was behind me on the Katana, Tris lead the way I think Devient and Dave were there too! Was an awesome experience!!!

Hope to make it on wed... will see how I feel. SV still got issues so would be on the ZX6R....not overly comfortable riding that to duva.......might feel up to it though

**Spuds1234** · 28th March 2010, 02:58

Hehe I remember catching up the a Busa that night going around the corners into Diamond Harbour. I was so frustrated behind it. 2 feet on the ground like out riggers and soooooo sloooooooow!!!!

I love riding in the wet and wacky weather so long as I have the right gear. Sucks when your caught in a down pour and dont have wet weather gear.

**200BUSA** · 28th March 2010, 08:43

I was on the ride that night, riding to the conditions but dont remember having both feet on the ground - but i do remember a few knobs following to close for the conditions. That is frustrating when an idiot is following behind too close and could slide out on a corner and take you out as well.You must be a real hero going fast. And you should have the right gear or dont go riding.

**Dave-** · 28th March 2010, 15:41

I remember feeling all cool cause the guys on the big bikes with legs out were scared of falling over, and me on my wee 150 was so cool cause I was brave and shit.

Now I totally understand, $6000 more and a way hard edged bike is why I pussied out on wednesday night.

**Spuds1234** · 28th March 2010, 16:01

Originally Posted by 200BUSA

I was on the ride that night, riding to the conditions but dont remember having both feet on the ground - but i do remember a few knobs following to close for the conditions. That is frustrating when an idiot is following behind too close and could slide out on a corner and take you out as well.You must be a real hero going fast. And you should have the right gear or dont go riding.

Wasnt your busa I was following. I dont think we were to close either (dont get me wrong, I did creep up on the rear of the riders bike in front of me after going though a corner faster then they). Hell it was a good night that night anyway. No one got hurt and I had fun.

**fireliv** · 28th March 2010, 16:48

Originally Posted by Spuds1234

Wasnt your busa I was following. I dont think we were to close either (dont get me wrong, I did creep up on the rear of the riders bike in front of me after going though a corner faster then they). Hell it was a good night that night anyway. No one got hurt and I had fun.

You are one of the best people to have have behind ya al, maybe its just with me but I find you always leave a comfortable space when following me

**Spuds1234** · 28th March 2010, 17:18

Originally Posted by fireliv

You are one of the best people to have have behind ya al, maybe its just with me but I find you always leave a comfortable space when following me

Last time I followed you, you said you spent the whole time waiting for me to pass and I never did and it un-nerved you or weirded you out or something.

**fireliv** · 28th March 2010, 18:57

Originally Posted by Spuds1234

Last time I followed you, you said you spent the whole time waiting for me to pass and I never did and it un-nerved you or weirded you out or something.

Na I waited for you to pass and you didnt so I didnt worry. I know you well enough to know that you will pass me if you want to and you know that I ride like a nana so wont be put off by my slow speed!

**Peeteey** · 29th March 2010, 00:30

Originally Posted by fireliv

... and you know that I ride like a nana so wont be put off by my slow speed!

Hee hee, you want to see riding like a nana? Just follow me

If someone wanted to give me a Hayabusa or ZX14 for xmas, things may be different but until I find a kindly benefactor I'll be at the back of the pack, putting away happily!

**Peeteey** · 29th March 2010, 00:50

On another note, I'm trying to save up to get a Gopro HD setup but it's taking too long so I've decided to sell my existing cameras.
For those that saw I'm selling the two Sanyo Xactis, the C1 and C5. They need to go as a pair as they share a charger! That means you can record with a 2 cam setup, fun to play around with!

Lots of extras:
You'll get 2 cameras (incl box, CDs, manuals, charger, cables, Docking station for the C1, USB cables and adaptors so you can also plug the cameras into USB or TV without the dock, remote), about 4-5 batteries, 2 SD cards, a carry case, a tripod/clamp, plus some stuff I've probably forgotten about!

These usually still go for about $150 ea but I'd be happy with $250 for the lot.
PM me if you're keen. Happy to go over it all with you, have had lots of fun mounting these in many places on the bikes and helmet.

Go to www.youtube.com/peeteey and look at some of my older vids for reviews and samples.
Here's a few:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iag-5zz6CJI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxBbqzzuHTo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL05RQheUjo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcJqEFjywMo

Cheers!

If I absolutely need to I'll also sell the bullet cam setup but I'll wait to see how desperate I get first ...