ATNR (Auckland Thursday night ride) - Discussion thread

**DanielM8** · 5th February 2014, 23:41

Originally Posted by Riddler

Yeah that is a shame when there is so much senimental value. At least get her to the end of this summer riding season. Fresh start next summer maybe.

Or maybe he needs to get a new one before the start of Winter because his bike cuts out in the rain.

**Jester9018** · 6th February 2014, 14:40

Hey all, a mate of mine and I ride around a lot tooge'r and We're keen to tag along for a group ride if there's still a meet up tonight?

Our bikes are a cafe-custom GB400 and a little katana 250 normally it's just us two but would like to try the group thing...

**GravelRashKid** · 6th February 2014, 15:09

Originally Posted by Jester9018

Hey all, a mate of mine and I ride around a lot tooge'r and We're keen to tag along for a group ride if there's still a meet up tonight?

Our bikes are a cafe-custom GB400 and a little katana 250 normally it's just us two but would like to try the group thing...

Hey Jester9018. With this weather there are bound to be a few turn up (not me this time, the clutch plate is getting put in tomorrow).
Group rides are a lot of fun, as well as the talking rubbish at the pub afterwards.

This ride generally has reasonably quick riders. Although the legal limit isn't normally exceeded, there are not many corners they slow down for either. That said, it's nicely organised that no-one gets left behind at intersections etc. You will be made welcome!

Another ride I enjoy is the NASS ride on Wednesday nights. This short ride is aimed more at smaller bikes and/or learners (show me a rider who isn't learning!), then ends at a carpark to learn and practice riding skills. Then of course to the pub.

**Jester9018** · 6th February 2014, 15:32

Awesome!!! Looking forward to tonight then! I'm sure I'll be able to keep up in the twisties hahah

So when are who gonna be at the Z? We'll probably be sitting in the macca's round 7.30-ish (earlier if needed

**GravelRashKid** · 6th February 2014, 15:37

Originally Posted by Jester9018

Awesome!!! Looking forward to tonight then! I'm sure I'll be able to keep up in the twisties hahah

So when are who gonna be at the Z? We'll probably be sitting in the macca's round 7.30-ish (earlier if needed

Most bikes arrive at Z Westgate about 6:45. Then depart at 7pm.
(I wanna be there

)

**Juniper** · 6th February 2014, 16:31

Originally Posted by Jester9018

Awesome!!! Looking forward to tonight then! I'm sure I'll be able to keep up in the twisties hahah

So when are who gonna be at the Z? We'll probably be sitting in the macca's round 7.30-ish (earlier if needed

Were doing the slower version of ATNR tonight if you want to come.

Text me.

6.45 at Oteha Vally Rd Mobil.

**Jester9018** · 6th February 2014, 16:55

Originally Posted by Juniper

Were doing the slower version of ATNR tonight if you want to come.

Text me.

6.45 at Oteha Vally Rd Mobil.

Will be there

Cya soon!!

**Fern** · 7th February 2014, 00:37

I forgot to post earlier, but popped over to the z, no one came out to play! Oh well, try again next week. Bloomin good job though bloody windy mind.

**Riddler** · 7th February 2014, 10:10

Originally Posted by Fern

I forgot to post earlier, but popped over to the z, no one came out to play! Oh well, try again next week. Bloomin good job though bloody windy mind.

Thats a shame no one else turned up, I would've come out but was working last night, I think the threatening bad weather often scares riders off.

**Juniper** · 7th February 2014, 14:55

Originally Posted by Riddler

Thats a shame no one else turned up, I would've come out but was working last night, I think the threatening bad weather often scares riders off.

pansies.

Wait don't you have a multi purpose bike?

**Riddler** · 7th February 2014, 15:24

Originally Posted by Juniper

pansies.

Wait don't you have a multi purpose bike?

Haha, hey I was saying the bad weather scares SOME off, having to work is however out off my control. What do mean multi purpose bike?

**Juniper** · 7th February 2014, 15:26

Originally Posted by Riddler

Haha, hey I was saying the bad weather scares SOME off, having to work is however out off my control. What do mean multi purpose bike?

Arnt motards basically fancy dirt bikes with road tires?

**GravelRashKid** · 7th February 2014, 15:34

Originally Posted by Juniper

Arnt motards basically fancy dirt bikes with road tires?

LOL

**Riddler** · 7th February 2014, 15:40

Originally Posted by Juniper

Arnt motards basically fancy dirt bikes with road tires?

Yeah the racing version of what my bike was inspired from are lighter and lower cc rating for both dirt and race track. Even though the bike geometry is similar to those, mine is specifically design for road and tarmac race track riding only. Its to heavy (190kg) and to powerful to race actual supermoto events.
When it comes to a shower or two of rain on NZ roads however, the playing field is levelled so no matter what bike you are on, Good tyres, suspension setup and rider skill are the main factors for keeping upright on two wheels.