Biker down. Yep I just got bowled...

**caseye** · 24th November 2010, 06:27

Claim it on insurance if you can, but please don't put it back into service.Your bike and your gear both need to be up to it mate.

**swbarnett** · 25th November 2010, 02:51

Originally Posted by caseye

Claim it on insurance if you can, but please don't put it back into service.Your bike and your gear both need to be up to it mate.

Indeed. Strongly seconded.

**Phreak** · 27th November 2010, 19:59

Been talking to my Mum and step-Dad a bit lately, they've offered for me to go back to working for them on their dairy farm... Pretty seriously considering it, for two reasons... 1, it'd be a nice pay rise with free rent and power, living on the farm so can take my time rebuilding the bike, and 2, it'd be a real nice change of scenery from the glory of poolside lifeguarding...

What do you guys think...? Farm is all the way down in Te Awamutu, deep in the heart of the Waikato, so be leaving behind a whole bunch of really good friends up here in Aucks

**GOONR** · 27th November 2010, 20:22

Originally Posted by Phreak

Been talking to my Mum and step-Dad a bit lately, they've offered for me to go back to working for them on their dairy farm... Pretty seriously considering it, for two reasons... 1, it'd be a nice pay rise with free rent and power, living on the farm so can take my time rebuilding the bike, and 2, it'd be a real nice change of scenery from the glory of poolside lifeguarding...

What do you guys think...? Farm is all the way down in Te Awamutu, deep in the heart of the Waikato, so be leaving behind a whole bunch of really good friends up here in Aucks

I guess it depends on what you want out of life at the moment.

One thing I would say, if you do go and the old's are relying on you to work on the farm try not to piss them off by leaving two months down the road.

At the end of the day it's up to you fella, nice to have the choice though.

**Phreak** · 27th November 2010, 20:31

Yeah, I'm well aware that it'd be a long term thing, heck, Mum is even talking about me taking over the farm in years to come if I wanted to!

Be a nice change from the busy city up here, but would miss all you guys heaps!

(And the girlfriend isn't terribly chuffed about me moving away either...)

**GOONR** · 27th November 2010, 21:40

Originally Posted by Phreak

Yeah, I'm well aware that it'd be a long term thing, heck, Mum is even talking about me taking over the farm in years to come if I wanted to!

Be a nice change from the busy city up here, but would miss all you guys heaps!

(And the girlfriend isn't terribly chuffed about me moving away either...)

I'd do it in a heart beat. but I know bugger all bout farms so it wouldn't last too long.

EDIT: The missus could be a problem, if you want to keep her that is.

**caseye** · 27th November 2010, 22:23

Scott, country air and life is unbeatable. As an ex Heart of the Waikato man I'd do it tomorrow too.
Go for it mate. Not that far and imagine the fun getting to and from the meets. I can personally introduce you to the Waikato laxed Out Riders Group, a great bunch of guys and girls.

**Phreak** · 27th November 2010, 23:17

Thanks caseye, might have to do just that! Be good to meet even more bikers!

(Probably not until next summer though, unfortunately.)

**ynot slow** · 28th November 2010, 09:41

You were brought up on a farm so guess you know the ropes eh.

Pros-no rent,power(maybe lol),meat,milk,supplied,the money can be ok,but factor the no cost travel to work and other benefits hehe.

Cons-girlfriend(she might like it)not sure,long hours,wet feeding out mornings,picking up calves in wet days,calving cows in worst nights of year,lack of time off(but not bad with folks around),hourly rate can be low for hours worked.

Did it for 2 seasons with MAF,and although had a different(scientific ideals)way to farm,with several small herds and making sure cows were in correct groups,was a good time for sure.Mind you getting paid 22.5 hours on weekend work was good,and in Jan/Feb would be lucky to work 8 hours.

**DMNTD:Me** · 28th November 2010, 09:45

Originally Posted by Phreak

Been talking to my Mum and step-Dad a bit lately, they've offered for me to go back to working for them on their dairy farm... Pretty seriously considering it, for two reasons... 1, it'd be a nice pay rise with free rent and power, living on the farm so can take my time rebuilding the bike, and 2, it'd be a real nice change of scenery from the glory of poolside lifeguarding...

What do you guys think...? Farm is all the way down in Te Awamutu, deep in the heart of the Waikato, so be leaving behind a whole bunch of really good friends up here in Aucks

Mate...anything to get out of Auckland! Better roads (not hard), daily commute would be quicker (p/t)...I mean, why the fuck not?

**MSTRS:Me** · 28th November 2010, 09:53

Life is full of opportunities. Mostly they pass without being recognised. The best ones often appear to carry a 'cost'.
If you have longterm goals that have had you heading in a very different direction, then it is time to re-evaluate.
If you are 'worried' that taking the offer would have you losing current friends, remember this...Friends are just those we meet as we go through life, and they can help or hinder your journey.
Only you can decide if this one is right for you.

**Phreak** · 29th November 2010, 21:23

So, looks like I'm moving down the line again. Girlfriend isn't too happy about it though... Just sorting out the fine print details at the moment.

On a happier note though, quietly accumulating parts for the bike rebuild, so far I have new front indicators, mirrors (with carbon fibre finish), and an air duct for the right side. On order still to come is a full new Repsol fairing set, a new gear shift lever, new 'RR' badged bar-end weights, and a new H-Frame coming all the way from Australia. I'm going to take a look at tidying up my engine side casings this weekend (or maybe next, depending on other stuff), as well as replacing oil, filters, plugs and leads. Going to strip and clean the carbies as well. Battery was a little weak so I've put it on a tender, hopefully wont need replacing cause it was fairly new when I had the off.

The frame, sub-frame, and swing-arm are all still away getting powder-coated, hope to see the result in the next few days. I've also sent both the main and pillion seats away to be re-upholstered, mainly for aesthetics. Oh yeah, I've also purchased a whole heap of wiring to re-loom the entire bike, keeping as close to the original color codes as possible.

The only thing still on my mind is how to check and reset my valve clearances... Reckon I'll figure it out once I have the motor apart and have a good look at it.

**caseye** · 30th November 2010, 06:28

if you are at all worried about it wiring loom, valve clearances etc) then take it to Mike at Drury Performance.He'd kill to work on your baby and he knows Nonda's back to front.
We will have to ride to the Tron on occassion to make sure you get a few rides in.

**Mom** · 30th November 2010, 06:46

Good decision made. Never fear, we have just launched MAG-Waikato, great bunch of people, so you already have some good contacts via there. Make sure you update your details when you do move so we dont lose contact with you.

Re-wiring your entire bike? You sir are crazy