Learner Ride to Cape Reinga (20 November)

[nathanwhite]

After freaking out on the price of the ventura packracks and assorted paraphernalia for a while, I realized what I need can be packed into a smallish backpack. So I'll grab one of these and tie it down like this

Sorted!


(you know, just if I wasn't the only one having luggage issues)

[Armi]

After freaking out on the price of the ventura packracks and assorted paraphernalia for a while, I realized what I need can be packed into a smallish backpack. So I'll grab one of these and tie it down like this

Sorted!


(you know, just if I wasn't the only one having luggage issues)

That looks like a handy piece of kit, thank you for sharing

I'm getting a bit excited for this trip

[ynot slow]

Yep I was shocked at frame and l brackets for gixxer $279 picked one off here for $113 luckily,and pack from trademe for $50 years ago lol.

Have an oxford tankbag which expands to pretty good size going cheap,wont go on tank as half plastic,and cant be bothered tying it under tank.

[Maha]

We have spare tank bags (two) here if anyone want to borrow one?
A blue one and a black one....both magnetic.

[nzspokes]

After freaking out on the price of the ventura packracks and assorted paraphernalia for a while, I realized what I need can be packed into a smallish backpack. So I'll grab one of these and tie it down like this

Sorted!


(you know, just if I wasn't the only one having luggage issues)

I got my rack from Action wreckers in Takapuna for not much. Got my rack bag and panniers for under $80 for both. Just keep an eye out.

[Armi]

Not much baggage space should be needed really.. A clean pair of socks and undies, maybe a shirt and your wallet? Possibly a tooth brush too I suppose

[stifmyster1]

A quick question with luggage. Plan to be on a sports bike by then. I was told that sports bike dont mix well with panneirs most of the time. Is this true. If so Ill need to see what luggage can be taken on the bike. And plan from there.

Hyosung gt250r for anyone that wonders.

[ynot slow]

Had a pair of panniers placed under the pillion seat/cowl of my bike,did the velcro up and all ok,main thing is if going pillion way get clear sticker to protect paint work from rubbing.

[Gremlin]

After freaking out on the price of the ventura packracks and assorted paraphernalia for a while, I realized what I need can be packed into a smallish backpack.

If you think that's expensive... wait until you see hard luggage. My pannier racks are standard equipment... panniers alone are $2500 for the pair. Please do make sure none of the straps can fall out, get stuck in wheels etc, as it turns ugly real fast.

A quick question with luggage. Plan to be on a sports bike by then. I was told that sports bike dont mix well with panneirs most of the time. Is this true. If so Ill need to see what luggage can be taken on the bike. And plan from there.

You just have to strap them on well, weight them evenly, and as above, watch for rubbing straps destroying your paintwork.

Remember guys, especially if it's your first long distance trip. Using a backpack will tire you out faster than not using one, due to all that weight on your back, and if it slips mid-corner it can also be dangerous. Hip/chest straps are useful there. The shoulder straps can also restrict blood flow to the arms, if it's too tight (especially when you have all the thick bike gear on).

[nzspokes]

Not much baggage space should be needed really.. A clean pair of socks and undies, maybe a shirt and your wallet? Possibly a tooth brush too I suppose

I will be carrying tent, sleeping bag etc. So a fair bit.

[Maha]

If you think that's expensive... wait until you see hard luggage. My pannier racks are standard equipment... panniers alone are $2500 for the pair. Please do make sure none of the straps can fall out, get stuck in wheels etc, as it turns ugly real fast.


You just have to strap them on well, weight them evenly, and as above, watch for rubbing straps destroying your paintwork.

Remember guys, especially if it's your first long distance trip. Using a backpack will tire you out faster than not using one, due to all that weight on your back, and if it slips mid-corner it can also be dangerous. Hip/chest straps are useful there. The shoulder straps can also restrict blood flow to the arms, if it's too tight (especially when you have all the thick bike gear on).

I was talking about that slipping backpack thing on Saturday.
I once watched in horror a person riding with a bungee cord dangling about the rear wheel..it did connect thank god.

All very good a valid points to remember Alan.

[ynot slow]

I did a couple of trips on the gixxer with a back pack on,just had clothes for weekend in it and not heavy,only problem was if the straps were to tight it interfered with helmet position,so need to adjust pack,other than that was ok,and chest strap was used,much better to use the ventura pack rack.

[Mom]

(you know, just if I wasn't the only one having luggage issues)

Those stretchy nets are really good, dont forget the bungees either.

Remember guys, especially if it's your first long distance trip. Using a backpack will tire you out faster than not using one, due to all that weight on your back, and if it slips mid-corner it can also be dangerous. Hip/chest straps are useful there. The shoulder straps can also restrict blood flow to the arms, if it's too tight (especially when you have all the thick bike gear on).

Good advice here alright. I am not a big fan of back packs on bikes and not just for the reasons you call here. I knew a guy that broke his neck coming off his bike with a back pack full of builders tools on his back

I will probably have a bit of room in my bag if anyone needs to educe their loads. As long as I can still fit my hair dryer and my lippy and my wine in all will be good

[nathanwhite]

Not much baggage space should be needed really.. A clean pair of socks and undies, maybe a shirt and your wallet? Possibly a tooth brush too I suppose

Will we need anything other then this? like a sleeping bag or wotnot if were getting accommodation?

[Maha]

Will we need anything other then this? like a sleeping bag or wotnot if were getting accommodation?

Everything is optional...take what ever you want (but not water bottles, they vibrate)...some would rather sleep in a bag on top of a bed.

We are going to check the accommodation out on the 30th (next weekend)...maybe, at this stage.
We will book the place for this ride also.
I will take a few photos and get a better idea of how many rooms there are and also what configuration they are.
So we should have everything kinda sorted by the following week.