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[miSTa]

ok what about two CHCH riders who go around the big block in one day (1700ks) in less than 20hrs with an av speed of 85ks

Slight correction sunshine...there was three of us and closer to 1400kms for the day. Time away from home >19hours, time on bike moving >16 hours IIRC.


It would seem to me that this policewoman is using her experiences on a 1200 Sportster as a basis for what everyone else can do.



Damn, I wish I was out there now.

[_Shrek_]

Slight correction sunshine...there was three of us and closer to 1400kms for the day. Time away from home >19hours, time on bike moving >16 hours IIRC.


It would seem to me that this policewoman is using her experiences on a 1200 Sportster as a basis for what everyone else can do.



Damn, I wish I was out there now.

old people was thinking the same thing when it all started, what say we join the race next year & go for gold

[Captain_Salty]

what is the big block, arthur's - haast - lindis ?

[FJRider]

Slight correction sunshine...there was three of us and closer to 1400kms for the day. Time away from home >19hours, time on bike moving >16 hours IIRC.

I know of ONE member on site here (there may be more) that is KNOWN to have done 1635 km's in the elapsed time of just under 14 hours. (same roads) So by comparison ... your time is a tad slower ...

[puddytat]

hey you lot, according to TV3 you're all keeping a low profile
nice bit of Buller gorge footage(3secs)& some footage of some real dodgey looking bikers at Cable Bay

[SVboy]

So, the safety "initiatives"are in full swing.We got stopped in Tai tapu, Licences,wof and reg checked, then another 3 HP between there and the hilltop! Of course, one went to pull a U turn on a blind crest near the Hilltop {I kid you not!} Some filthy looks and pointed fingers-and he looked sheepish-he knew exactly what we were on about! On the way home one HP and a Mufti. Hmmmm Message sent! Bikers are a soft target for publicity seeking careerist shiny bum officers.

[Ghost_Bullet]

what is the big block, arthur's - haast - lindis ?

Big block is Chch, Lewis, Coast, Hoki, Haast, Hawea, Tarras, Omarama, Fairlie, Geraldine, Thompsons track and home.

http://g.co/maps/jvu73t

It was an awesome days ride, the bugger was the stop in Franz for a feed that took ages to receive, valuable time lost, but nice in the tummy though.

The TT would be a great run though.... Longs days int he saddle are sure challenging though.

Ok ok miSTa edited the map to include the bit I had forgotten... lol wanker.

[BigOne]

So, the safety "initiatives"are in full swing.We got stopped in Tai tapu, Licences,wof and reg checked, then another 3 HP between there and the hilltop! Of course, one went to pull a U turn on a blind crest near the Hilltop {I kid you not!} Some filthy looks and pointed fingers-and he looked sheepish-he knew exactly what we were on about! On the way home one HP and a Mufti. Hmmmm Message sent! Bikers are a soft target for publicity seeking careerist shiny bum officers.

I asked the cop in Tai Tapu why he stopped me. (the laser was scattering all over the place, I saw it as I came in).
He said, 'just checking documentation'. Apparently Nick Smith is pissed that the bike licensing revenue has dropped with the increases, not improved.
he said 'expect to get stopped multiple times today'. I asked him where. They are trying to police us off the roads.

[Subike]

I asked the cop in Tai Tapu why he stopped me. (the laser was scattering all over the place, I saw it as I came in).
He said, 'just checking documentation'. Apparently Nick Smith is pissed that the bike licensing revenue has dropped with the increases, not improved.
he said 'expect to get stopped multiple times today'. I asked him where. They are trying to police us off the roads.

I was pulled today and asked for my licence,
""not a problem officer""
I carefully got off of my bike, ensuring that it did not fall over,
I removed my gloves, one at a time, slowly of course.
Removed my helmet, which I then had to put my gloves inside of,
Then hang my helmet over my back rest, efficiently covering my L plate he had not seen yet,
Then after removing my two jackets, to give access to my leather pants ,
Which I had to undo to get to the back pocket of my jeans,
I pulled out my wallet, and looked for my license,
""Damn thats right, sorry officer,
I put it in my jacket pocket in case I was stopped.""
I produced my License and handed it to him.
He noticed I was on a learners, as he went to the back of my bike to check for Vehicle licence and WOF
Which were clearly visible and up to date.
"mmmm" I see you are not displaying a learners label
And what is the CC rating of this bike?"
" Oh sorry officer, its a 250 as the license label reads"
I lifted my helmet off my back rest which very clearly displayed my learners label.
"And here is my label, as per requirements of my license"
In all it took probably 5 min to do this, and I could see that it was an annoyance,
But as I knew I was 100% legit, bike only 650kiliometers old,
What had I to fear?
What was the reason for being stopped?
Checking Licenses and WOF. nothing else.

While he was dealing with me another 5 bikes had ridden past,
maybe my slothisim helped another rider, and reminded the officer of how dumb this whole enforcement thing is.

I'm 54, I don't rush anything anymore.

[miSTa]

I know of ONE member on site here (there may be more) that is KNOWN to have done 1635 km's in the elapsed time of just under 14 hours. (same roads) So by comparison ... your time is a tad slower ...

Bugger, wish I had known it was a race!

It was an awesome days ride, the bugger was the stop in Franz for a feed that took ages to receive, valuable time lost, but nice in the tummy though.

Don't ya just hate waiting for an age to recieve?
You're map is wrong - we done the entire Buller Gorge and why is it bypassing Hoki?

[kiwi cowboy]

I think it may be the toilet stops that started this campaign in the first place.... Perhaps the venerable inspector has found herself caught short on occasion & is passing her guilt of "hurrying up" onto others. Maybe she can't hover?

Perhaps a shewizz sent unanamously then she wouldnt have to stop (wouldnt want to follow too close ether)

[gijoe1313]

This thread is full of win, carry on chaps, nothing to see here!

[_Shrek_]

This thread is full of win, carry on chaps, nothing to see here!

so why arn't you doing this ride, race thingy

P.T

[Subike]

so why arn't you doing this ride, race thingy

it would be too bloody easy for him Keith, he would be on the second round before most got half way

[_Shrek_]

" Oh sorry officer, its a 250 as the license label reads"
I lifted my helmet off my back rest which very clearly displayed my learners label.
"And here is my label, as per requirements of my license"
In all it took probably 5 min to do this, and I could see that it was an annoyance,
But as I knew I was 100% legit, bike only 650kiliometers old,
What had I to fear?
What was the reason for being stopped?
Checking Licenses and WOF. nothing else.

While he was dealing with me another 5 bikes had ridden past,
maybe my slothisim helped another rider, and reminded the officer of how dumb this whole enforcement thing is.

I'm 54, I don't rush anything anymore.

sorry my arse mr I can see your face even from here so reading this I see you're all legal tegal do ya still have the XS?

aye & ya right about gijoe