Next Bucket Meet at Ruapuna?

[Askor]

I'm having a hard time finding out when the next bucket racing event/gathering will be at Ruapuna

Keen as to spin some yarns with some of you buggers as I'm considering getting into buckets myself! Would like some pointers and shit, you know

Any input is appreciated

[husaberg]

I'm having a hard time finding out when the next bucket racing event/gathering will be at Ruapuna

Keen as to spin some yarns with some of you buggers as I'm considering getting into buckets myself! Would like some pointers and shit, you know

Any input is appreciated

Ask Yowling....

[Grumph]

I see there are some buckets entered for the support class at the NZGP meeting but AFAIK the next real bucket gather should be the CAMS meeting in January. Maybe 23rd ? Look on the CAMS website for details.

[bigreddog]

24/01 Ruapuna Full Track-CAMS

[mossy1200]

For sale Next generation bucket race bikes.

[Askor]

Sweet! I'll head over on the 24th then! Thanks guys

[dangerous]

Any input is appreciated

DONT get a FXR a cool old stroker or twin will do ya

[Askor]

DONT get a FXR a cool old stroker or twin will do ya

I'm aiming for an old dt125 or something

[cotswold]

I'm aiming for an old dt125 or something

TF125 would be a much better choice, there are a couple of fast ones up norf, Farmer Ken and Rick Ford. sure either would give you pointers

[Askor]

TF125 would be a much better choice, there are a couple of fast ones up norf, Farmer Ken and Rick Ford. sure either would give you pointers

Seems to be heaps of parts on tardme too, awesome

[Buddha#81:Me]

Don't listen to poor advice. A 30 year old 2t farm bike tuned within an inch of its life will see you packing after the third meeting. A FXR in standard trim will run mid pack with a good jockey and you have the ability to tune it and develop it as you learn. It has a better resale when you decide its not for you (not like that will happen) There are no old school buckets around anymore........for a good reason! Do yourself a favour and look for a $1000-1500 good FXR.

[Yow Ling]

Don't listen to poor advice. A 30 year old 2t farm bike tuned within an inch of its life will see you packing after the third meeting. A FXR in standard trim will run mid pack with a good jockey and you have the ability to tune it and develop it as you learn. It has a better resale when you decide its not for you (not like that will happen) There are no old school buckets around anymore........for a good reason! Do yourself a favour and look for a $1000-1500 good FXR.

Yea wot he said.
I have a TS/TF bucket in the shed and ride a FXR. Maybe they are ok on short tracks but 1/3 of your racing will be on full track at ruapuna, Still plenty of FXRs available, and easy to tune

[F5 Dave]

Yes. And I've ridden your RG with TF engine and I loved it plus was more than midfield on it.

[Askor]

Yea wot he said.
I have a TS/TF bucket in the shed and ride a FXR. Maybe they are ok on short tracks but 1/3 of your racing will be on full track at ruapuna, Still plenty of FXRs available, and easy to tune

The main thing putting me off getting an FXR is the price we're talking student finances here.

Is there any way for me to 'have a go' before I purchase a bike? Like at a meet or something? I have suitable leathers and a tiny bit of track experience..

[kel]

Don't listen to poor advice. A 30 year old 2t farm bike tuned within an inch of its life will see you packing after the third meeting.

Ouch, but he has a valid point.
The 2T is for patient tinkerers that want to build their own rockets. They are faster and more fun than an FXR, but profoundly more temperamental and costly.
An FXR can't be beaten as an affordable introductory bike for bucket racing. If after a while you feel bucket racing is for you then buy a 2 stroke as a sideline project, and build your own rocket.