ATNR (Auckland Thursday night ride) - Discussion thread

**Juniper** · 8th February 2014, 22:47

Originally Posted by Riddler

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.

........ So why would you want a supermoto that's not actually a supermoto?

**Riddler** · 9th February 2014, 16:53

Originally Posted by Juniper

........ So why would you want a supermoto that's not actually a supermoto?

If I was going to race supermoto then yeah I would get a motocross bike and convert it to a supermoto. What I have is the best of both a road bike and supermoto bike. The supermoto geometry gives it an upright seating position, tall seat height and good leg room for my big frame. Yet is comfortable to ride long distances (19 litre fuel tank) and stacks of power at 115bhp. I love it for what it is. My next bike will probably be a KTM superduke. KTMs are just that good.

**Kendoll** · 10th February 2014, 15:09

Originally Posted by Riddler

My next bike will probably be a KTM superduke. KTMs are just that good.

Totally biased, but I second that... the worst part about my SuperDuke is the rider lol

KTM groupies unite!

**Riddler** · 10th February 2014, 17:42

Originally Posted by Kendoll

Totally biased, but I second that... the worst part about my SuperDuke is the rider lol

KTM groupies unite!

I feel the same about my bike vs skill level. I feel such a mad bike deserves a mad rider.

**SuperSonic** · 10th February 2014, 20:46

How about a thursday night ride to this great event in Auckland? Just saying, have the best set up bike to ride all weekend long and learn some great things about your suspension and what you can do to get the best from it, in easy normal english!!

FRP - 20th Feb https://www.facebook.com/events/230348147146008/ see here for all details for this event, booking is a must sales@fergusonracing.co.nz

More details see the thread on Dave Moss in Auckland in the meetings and events threads. :-)

**Mongolian** · 11th February 2014, 05:36

Originally Posted by SuperSonic

How about a thursday night ride to this great event in Auckland? Just saying, have the best set up bike to ride all weekend long and learn some great things about your suspension and what you can do to get the best from it, in easy normal english!!

FRP - 20th Feb https://www.facebook.com/events/230348147146008/ see here for all details for this event, booking is a must sales@fergusonracing.co.nz

More details see the thread on Dave Moss in Auckland in the meetings and events threads. :-)

I could be keen on this as I am thinking of going to the big bike day out that weekend, anyone else thinking of going?

**Juniper** · 11th February 2014, 07:49

Originally Posted by Riddler

I feel the same about my bike vs skill level. I feel such a mad bike deserves a mad rider.

Mad is doing the New Lynn to town commute!!!

She was overheating by the time I got to work!!

**Mongolian** · 11th February 2014, 07:58

Originally Posted by Juniper

Mad is doing the New Lynn to town commute!!!

She was overheating by the time I got to work!!

You need to cut traffic faster

If you are cutting and still over heating might need to check the cooling system?

**Juniper** · 13th February 2014, 12:46

Originally Posted by Mongolian

You need to cut traffic faster

If you are cutting and still over heating might need to check the cooling system?

It was just cause I was being a bit of a dick and revving to get those damn inconsiderate cagers to get out of my way.

Yes, No, Maybe? For tonight? The kids will be running.

**Red Dog** · 13th February 2014, 14:40

Originally Posted by Juniper

It was just cause I was being a bit of a dick and revving to get those damn inconsiderate cagers to get out of my way.

Yes, No, Maybe? For tonight? The kids will be running.

Did you just admit to that.....

, Im in for a ride tonight for sure!