Well, it's official

**86GSXR** · 5th February 2007, 23:19

other than that my mentor will have to give his view on how it went

.. from mine blardy primo ...

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Yep, a good first up start alright. Nice and confident, no stalls, and even signs of a lean around those bends! And you overtook me very safely. Not even phased by the truck coming in the opposite direction, that's yet another advantage of a bike, you can move over if you have to!

The term 'two smoker' - well, very appropriate, and a lovely shade too

And I must say I'm very impressed with the quality of those Yamaha indicators

100 k. Sure was in places, just go at your own pace

As for melted tar, you're onto it. Try and remember that it's there at this time of year and try not to hit it at speed leaned over. And that goes for an infinite number of things that are, and will be on the road. Painted lines, manhole covers, animals (I saw a loose cow on the way home!), stone chips, gravel, stuff that falls off cars and trailers, farm vehicles, and of course cars! Always take road works advisory signs seriously, same goes for corner advisories! Watch out for shit (literally) off the back of stock trucks and runs. Apart from being slippery, it sticks to your fairing

Just know your limits, bikes and personal. Be hyper aware of your environment at all times.

Read the rode code and never do anything illegal

There's so much more, learn all you can from all the talent and experience out there. This is just the beginning and you never stop learning.

Above all ENJOY

**chanceyy** · 6th February 2007, 08:40

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

Yep, a good first up start alright. Nice and confident, no stalls, and even signs of a lean around those bends! And you overtook me very safely. Not even phased by the truck coming in the opposite direction, that's yet another advantage of a bike, you can move over if you have to!

yeah esp when said truck was over the centre line ..

The term 'two smoker' - well, very appropriate, and a lovely shade too

And I must say I'm very impressed with the quality of those Yamaha indicators

100 k. Sure was in places, just go at your own pace

could not see the trail behind me so I will take your word for it LOL & yes well umm those indicators .. must remember to cancel

yes we know that one needs work .. & yeah I was going at what felt like a comfy pace for me, just still aware that a few bits & peices still need work but honestly the smile just would not leave muh face

As for melted tar, you're onto it. Try and remember that it's there at this time of year and try not to hit it at speed leaned over. And that goes for an infinite number of things that are, and will be on the road. Painted lines, manhole covers, animals (I saw a loose cow on the way home!), stone chips, gravel, stuff that falls off cars and trailers, farm vehicles, and of course cars! Always take road works advisory signs seriously, same goes for corner advisories! Watch out for shit (literally) off the back of stock trucks and runs. Apart from being slippery, it sticks to your fairing

Just know your limits, bikes and personal. Be hyper aware of your environment at all times.

Read the rode code and never do anything illegal

There's so much more, learn all you can from all the talent and experience out there. This is just the beginning and you never stop learning.

Above all ENJOY

yes on our ride we also had pot holes, loose gravel, & parked cars with trailer & other traffic & person crossing the road ..so yes started keeping an eye out for potential hazards & the wet tar was on the last bend & still needed to turn the corner so de- accelerated, & went carefully through it

from another post found this http://www.drivinginstructor.co.nz/i.../test_menu.php its great, only got a few questions wrong on my first attempt (& not read the road code yet)

bikes/horses/life you learn something new every day, & its so much damn fun. But also big thanks to my Mentor for changing the broken clutch lever & test riding her & either me following him or him following me. (must practice turning off the indicators

) LOL its great getting that first lil ride under the belt not so nervous now .. just looking forward to getting us both legal enough to ride it (even though she is a 350

)

after AJ has changed the sprockets & chain only things left to get her warrented is to fix speedo & lights on the dash ... any clues guys on getting these ones sorted ??

**u4ea** · 9th February 2007, 11:05

well your away now gal !! seems you"re very onto it with gears ,breaks ,cornering and watching ya diles !!caw blimmey I mite need to sharpen up my act I think !!...

**SDU** · 12th February 2007, 15:15

Yay sounds like you're on track to being legal.
Great you loved your first ride. we're see you touring in no time.

**chanceyy** · 12th February 2007, 17:47

Originally Posted by SDU

Yay sounds like you're on track to being legal.
Great you loved your first ride. we're see you touring in no time.

thanks girl .. yup on target for that to be in two weeks time .. went for a weeeee ride up the road yesterday .. just could not resist it

... I reckon the day we are both legal-ish .. a ride will be in order if muh team are up for it !!!!!! cause i know i will be LOL

**chanceyy** · 15th February 2007, 17:35

well chain & sprockets have been changed out today ( Thanks to Ajturbo

)

that only leaves speedo & dash lights ..(& a wee spot of welding) but should be all set monday for the mechanic to check brakes for wof .. appointment to get her re-registered & wof middle of next week

then on sat week (24th) I sit basic handling & Monday sit learners .. less than a week & half we should be all set ..

I am getting so excited ..

**u4ea** · 15th February 2007, 17:48

yay....another chik to ride with!!!!!!!!!!!!cant wait...............

**Panther** · 15th February 2007, 17:56

hey just out of curiosity where are you getting your VIN done sandra?

andy tried to make me test ride it down the road but i was scared of the kick starter.

**chanceyy** · 15th February 2007, 18:01

Originally Posted by sallo

hey just out of curiosity where are you getting your VIN done sandra?

andy tried to make me test ride it down the road but i was scared of the kick starter.

At vehicle testing station .. reeve st have to book her in so getting wof done at same time .. should not be issue with VIN as everything matches + have stuff from cops that there is no interest in bike .

lol should have taken it for a spin .. kicks over first time so its all sweet .. so did AJ take her for a blat ??

**Panther** · 15th February 2007, 18:13

so you're not getting a VIN then?
i need to find somewhere to get a VIN

i dont know there was lots of smoke i couldnt tell lol

**chanceyy** · 15th February 2007, 18:19

Originally Posted by sallo

so you're not getting a VIN then?
i need to find somewhere to get a VIN

i dont know there was lots of smoke i couldnt tell lol

check out the VTNZ web site .. they do the VIN ... mine already has one but still has to be checked out before getting plates .. its $100 for the inspection .. then re register & wof on top of that .. approx 400 for the inspection & register for 12 months .. cheaper for 12 than 6months .. & wof

http://www.landtransport.govt.nz/factsheets/06.html that will give ya more info on it hon

Motorcycle
Less than 61 cc - Petrol driven 6 months 150.35 12 months 253.08
Over 61 cc - Petrol driven 6 months 177.35 12 months 285.71

hmmm that much smoke huh .. well she is a two smoker guess thats what ya have to expect

**Clivoris** · 15th February 2007, 18:42

Originally Posted by chanceyy

then on sat week (24th) I sit basic handling & Monday sit learners .. less than a week & half we should be all set ..

I am getting so excited ..

So you've got some nice 250 sidecovers then?

**Panther** · 15th February 2007, 19:29

i do believe the graphics say

xx250 hee hee

some one with a sense of humour

**Panther** · 15th February 2007, 20:03

Originally Posted by chanceyy

check out the VTNZ web site .. they do the VIN ...
http://www.landtransport.govt.nz/factsheets/06.html that will give ya more info on it hon

now im just more confused

**chanceyy** · 15th February 2007, 21:18

Originally Posted by Clivoris

So you've got some nice 250 sidecovers then?

hmmm maybe .. like the ones in the pics on page 4 .. post 47 or Page 7 post 102

Sallo is correct .. the hee hee is only on the left side .. right side is just 250

then i can play a dumb female if i get caught

now im just more confused

what ya confused about Sallo .. wanna chat about what you need ?? are you trying to vin a bike ?