tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72389799799000941742024-03-09T22:15:32.096+13:00Blue HazeFor those people who enjoy motorcycles from the past, and in particular the 60s, 70s and 80s. This saw the rise and demise of the large 2 strokes that many of us enjoyed in our youth. This blog celebrates this time in particular but also motorcycling in general .Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.comBlogger348125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-10612991264677656392024-03-09T22:14:00.002+13:002024-03-09T22:14:40.508+13:00A Lucky Strike<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDw5yYlPILUa4wRgMU-LYiez-yzj3sHbCxKddFmWxMbrdQgcSpdFF6D8XT5NMLEQCUgcZDD4a-nvTjb5yFUOljwQWmKgOTy-HL-H6eWZF3xtf0SKpYBwaviBu-pKSe1u1We7s-tkC0DQlUGoQKlsywoxscQhIizqF67eJc8rAqmMZvFRcy8__R2AXsJPM/s3394/IMG_8379.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1158" data-original-width="3394" height="109" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDw5yYlPILUa4wRgMU-LYiez-yzj3sHbCxKddFmWxMbrdQgcSpdFF6D8XT5NMLEQCUgcZDD4a-nvTjb5yFUOljwQWmKgOTy-HL-H6eWZF3xtf0SKpYBwaviBu-pKSe1u1We7s-tkC0DQlUGoQKlsywoxscQhIizqF67eJc8rAqmMZvFRcy8__R2AXsJPM/s320/IMG_8379.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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A glance at the sky first thing Sunday morning saw some flecks of blue to the northwest and it looked as though the orange weather bandana was all show and no bite. Plans were made to head down to Memorial Park to see if any other like minded souls wanted to pursue the blue. So it was with some relief and forecast cynicism the GSR was backed out of the garage, tyre pressures checked and chain lubed. </p><p>Roger H and Warren M were already there on there shafties. Warrens Yamaha XJ900 is a perennial 'nice' classic bike as it makes its way to its fortieth birthday in a few years with the reward of much cheaper rego! Rogers Moto Guzzi is already in the club and Stuarts arrival on his Waterbus ensured the presence of a two stroke for the run. Warren Ts arrival on his Lucky Strike RGV couldn't be missed with its very 'unpeecee' bright red and white tobacco advertising and its exhaust smoke providing a visual clue to its two stroke motor. The GSR made up the numbers and it was this entourage that headed off down Main Street to make its way to re test the pies at the Rusty Radiator in Halcombe. </p><p>Warren had mapped out yet another route to add some variety to our wander. He took us around the back of Feilding and instead of out usual Stanway direction we made our way a little more directly by following the railway line to Halcombe. This took us onto Lethbridge Street, a road we haven't been on for quite a while and certainly had some nice twists and turns. It has been a little while since I have followed an RGV and it was a great reminder of the unique sights and sounds of a performance 250 stroker, especially when it 'gets on the pipe'. Also remembering Kevin Schwantz and his kung ho riding style as well as his allegiance to Suzuki for all those years. </p><p>It wasn't to long until we arrived at our destination and we are happy to report that the pies are still up to scratch. It looks as though our shortish run meant we got a great choice of pies and the Blue Cheese and Steak one is definitely on the yum list. The world was 'put right' by the conversation around the table and amongst this important task Rich appeared on his Vstrom. A late start from town and a detour to the Sanson bookshop and a cup of tea meant he had a worthwhile morning as well</p><p>Sooo, we look forward to next months ride and lets hope the forecast is for fine weather...... </p><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-28605815363350352612024-02-25T19:03:00.000+13:002024-02-25T19:03:03.585+13:00APS Classic Motorcycle Racing Festival 2024<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ-1VFxTBLkhyU84y9LMb3_T6hVjSYTyQFxlcaVY5BQPKvl9nPMAeAx-8lto_N83KPqmFXOWSIsdZKenx-tIyHyB5L8dI6kE7VDPXOnMMhZVm14FSQokPZZwUBlU0pZ2rtQhwz5ePGFUA0XF5YpnK51t4TPhYfptG0C2Bie4nzPnQFBar6_u9Yo5Ln2n0/s4352/IMG_8122.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ-1VFxTBLkhyU84y9LMb3_T6hVjSYTyQFxlcaVY5BQPKvl9nPMAeAx-8lto_N83KPqmFXOWSIsdZKenx-tIyHyB5L8dI6kE7VDPXOnMMhZVm14FSQokPZZwUBlU0pZ2rtQhwz5ePGFUA0XF5YpnK51t4TPhYfptG0C2Bie4nzPnQFBar6_u9Yo5Ln2n0/s320/IMG_8122.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The APS Classic Motorcycle Racing Festival was a weekend of celebration, challenges and extremes as over 300 racers engaged in some close racing in a mix of rain, thunder and lightening on Saturday with sunshine on the Sunday. The weekend started of with a parade through to the town square in Feilding showing a great cross section of the motorcycles that would race that weekend. The town square has probably not experienced such sights and sounds and it certainly brought many of the locals out to support this new event for the town. Unfortunately the weather the following day was not repeated and the riders were given quite a challenge at times and plenty of near miss tales would have been told over a beer or two that evening! </p><p>The arrival of sunshine on Sunday saw a great turnout of spectators who came to enjoy a very special day of racing. It was pleasing to see the Blue Hazers amongst the spectators and the competitors. Kim D was out on his Aprilia enjoying his time on the track and sharing tent space with Wayne M from Whanganui who brought along three bikes from his stable. Dion was in support performing "paddock duties" and muttering words that sounded like "I would rather be out on the track". Tim, with the support of Mark and 'Bob" was also out on the track making the most of the occasion with two bikes. For us 'Hazers' the Yamaha TR was making all the right sights and sounds and ran reliably all day. It was also good to see so many other strokers out on the track doing the business as well. His CBR 600 also proved to be trouble free and I am sure Tim would have gone home with tired but rather large smile on his dial. Also worth a mention is Pete S on his Dresda Triumph 600 that proved to be very quick around the track. He has spent a few years developing this motor so it was nice to see it all come together.</p><p>Having the Britten there was also very special and what a machine. It really does have presence all of its own with its distinct engineering forms and colour scheme. Once it comes to life with Andrew Stroud on board it is poetry in motion on the track and always a crowd pleaser. Having a Brough out there with the Britten was also rather special. it is the only one still racing anywhere in the world.</p><p>The racing on the day in all the classes had full fields and plenty competition with some very intense battles between individuals very evident. Off the track was just as interesting with plenty to see in the pits with some really well turned out machines and riders. The display in the big tent had a an excellent selection of bikes of Steve Roberts developed and built the frames for. What an extraordinary range of bikes and over such a long period of time. I hear even in his 'retirement' he is still making frames. </p><p>It was also great to see Garth and Bryan Thomas sharing there engineering wizardry with motorcycles and Garths car and both available to talk to the many admirers who dropped by. The Manawatu Classic Club also had some machines on display inside outside the tent. Thanks for waving the flag. What a great weekend of nostalgia and racing. It sounds like all the right noises are being made about its return next year. Can't wait!</p><p>If you want to check out some more photos click<a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/apFcnsbo16XkWyJZ9" target="_blank"> here</a>.</p><br />Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-71603858657231234942024-01-05T19:55:00.000+13:002024-01-05T19:55:48.871+13:00Yamaha SR500 on October EoMR + Classic Racing<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-a_Gd7rURtScS6zL5Obxl3t65RzqvPGZoByIrXza2-sJzEBmFlTkvQAKhm1K_m1tehyphenhyphenPI_HxCpQZyJ-BQDfvIp7PzqTHuTFEz-o-MqE5WWDdWqSPvJ0FTJwLnXMVaSO1mJovrNU4_g65IcB4SSNMtOtdwaUo1yjgK6voJG9RGc99brBjgFKUQP6JXWZE/s4352/IMG_7655.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-a_Gd7rURtScS6zL5Obxl3t65RzqvPGZoByIrXza2-sJzEBmFlTkvQAKhm1K_m1tehyphenhyphenPI_HxCpQZyJ-BQDfvIp7PzqTHuTFEz-o-MqE5WWDdWqSPvJ0FTJwLnXMVaSO1mJovrNU4_g65IcB4SSNMtOtdwaUo1yjgK6voJG9RGc99brBjgFKUQP6JXWZE/s320/IMG_7655.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMHiI08yWt2uZWxlx_tBzi4d9i_JCb5xRpMoVGqtTuTNuVfNsx0B9N74ylqyyuwC1cUM2huqUvl3sgg-4AMIupWwQuSRxthuwxFIhe2aPYYuggbLg8mNQG4Kf99QlamWbSskRJh5Umf8y43DoswFYbI3yFd_I5Oy_mS4koPNAF_LBY-P0BUt4Ez0AYhb8/s4352/IMG_7670.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMHiI08yWt2uZWxlx_tBzi4d9i_JCb5xRpMoVGqtTuTNuVfNsx0B9N74ylqyyuwC1cUM2huqUvl3sgg-4AMIupWwQuSRxthuwxFIhe2aPYYuggbLg8mNQG4Kf99QlamWbSskRJh5Umf8y43DoswFYbI3yFd_I5Oy_mS4koPNAF_LBY-P0BUt4Ez0AYhb8/s320/IMG_7670.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgreqRYrMFNf5euTrubMv60PoW9Z25DNPBKVbzXORO6YjCWaKxZfGILGvDJCo2j65bX6sSZV4JwnOTKJ5LN51-2aUFJq1LuFkkH69ojYpxOJjCKXlVlQTJ1AEpBvhnrDSTsfmn1l1Tv1FLY-WnjZsXSOWJJK4IWDPjw-bWBiQVPmwFsvpJ712it8FdxbfA/s3407/IMG_7677.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2142" data-original-width="3407" height="201" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgreqRYrMFNf5euTrubMv60PoW9Z25DNPBKVbzXORO6YjCWaKxZfGILGvDJCo2j65bX6sSZV4JwnOTKJ5LN51-2aUFJq1LuFkkH69ojYpxOJjCKXlVlQTJ1AEpBvhnrDSTsfmn1l1Tv1FLY-WnjZsXSOWJJK4IWDPjw-bWBiQVPmwFsvpJ712it8FdxbfA/s320/IMG_7677.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc1PRg_m5nasrnxB6_6S0DvcVYlP1KTXuAtRNVYu_lkfYHUy-XiWkvw7Q0wAhOUawkaRIvCflcAM8ifLKerpVHcEs-5C3pzUyZHp4biVB2EfYMErbHs8IqpF6zt4cn6H4_MPTQPA2gjTk17JZCMGilWkbfn3Fh3tVnM7mZBoCvVzQT6OeBjXBp5i0DCGQ/s4352/IMG_7685.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc1PRg_m5nasrnxB6_6S0DvcVYlP1KTXuAtRNVYu_lkfYHUy-XiWkvw7Q0wAhOUawkaRIvCflcAM8ifLKerpVHcEs-5C3pzUyZHp4biVB2EfYMErbHs8IqpF6zt4cn6H4_MPTQPA2gjTk17JZCMGilWkbfn3Fh3tVnM7mZBoCvVzQT6OeBjXBp5i0DCGQ/s320/IMG_7685.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW_MEWGQLjplQyaHsfWyMFwm4apLsxU1VsWA-NXlDTlcmwjC7xkA2Hi8dvlnngBmEUQXRUGsHHe2_oJnEOm5n_HI7VqUdaC-XhA90pz7NrGkjFFbLgtg8-uzmv8DLMNxmDl6h8xq_eudV7CvNMiS4nKJx_ODbWCLQ4yjVHILe6JsNg0PKothJNqhVyZpg/s4352/IMG_7636.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW_MEWGQLjplQyaHsfWyMFwm4apLsxU1VsWA-NXlDTlcmwjC7xkA2Hi8dvlnngBmEUQXRUGsHHe2_oJnEOm5n_HI7VqUdaC-XhA90pz7NrGkjFFbLgtg8-uzmv8DLMNxmDl6h8xq_eudV7CvNMiS4nKJx_ODbWCLQ4yjVHILe6JsNg0PKothJNqhVyZpg/s320/IMG_7636.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">October sees the beginning of the riding season down here at the bottom of the South Pacific. Octobers EoMR saw a nice coincidence with the Blue Haze Racing 'Division' at a NZ Classic Motorcycle Register race meeting at the same time as our end of month ride. We had mixed turnout of moderns and classics with Sir Al on his Kawasaki 750 H2 being the oldest on the day. He does such a great job keeping it up to scratch and when one is looking at it, it is hard to believe it is still mostly original. Even better is that he still brings it out to play regularly and isn't scared to 'punt' it a bit at times. Graham brought along his latest acquisition, a Yamaha SR500. Graham loves his singles with a BSA Gold Star and an NSU Max at home in his garage. He is a serial tinkerer of all sorts of bikes and it sounded like he had a few interesting 'modifications' in mind for the SR. It was good to have Jason back out on the Katana. Suzuki did such a good job of downsizing the Katana and it is interesting to see how it has become such an important part of its design language with its current Suzuki 1000 Katana. Warren decided his VJ23 Suzuki RGV needed a bit of a run and as the final iteration for Suzuki of a light two stroke sports bike it is really quite remarkable. Try 70bhp and a 134kg dry/164 wet weight and this is a serious scalpel for straightening out bends. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnGz5eNLos-YfXNWe-OrkpmBJJgXMc1GeJ-XPSz-gQK6zNtl3f46Mdgm-IEh6wwdEVb_OQxsd3YW9iKeFqQIJh5blNVFBltmLL-xFy8hqBfhI03VouMyIYCXyt0nw0rs0PR93sYoICjEoKCWIBp93PLn0zLFVObr1hjnkQJ24sWrnZRE-zz_tQ5xeBLx0/s4352/IMG_7642.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnGz5eNLos-YfXNWe-OrkpmBJJgXMc1GeJ-XPSz-gQK6zNtl3f46Mdgm-IEh6wwdEVb_OQxsd3YW9iKeFqQIJh5blNVFBltmLL-xFy8hqBfhI03VouMyIYCXyt0nw0rs0PR93sYoICjEoKCWIBp93PLn0zLFVObr1hjnkQJ24sWrnZRE-zz_tQ5xeBLx0/s320/IMG_7642.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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From petrol weed eaters and chain saws through to large </span><a href="https://www.rotax.com/" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Rotax</a><span style="text-align: left;"> direct injection outboards, ski doos and even brand new motorcycles for the road. These are not motor scooters but legal on road bikes such as the </span><a href="https://www.langenmotorcycles.co.uk/" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Langen </a><span style="text-align: left;">250 Vee twin and the the Paul Lewis developed </span><a href="https://saltmotorcycles.com.au/home" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Salt Motorcycle</a><span style="text-align: left;">s. There is still a place for this wonderful technology amongst all the other current engine developments in the world today. If you are more inclined towards the race track you can still buy a V four two stroke race bike called the </span><a href="https://www.suter500.com/buyers-choice/index.html" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Suter</a><span style="text-align: left;">. I am sure a descent Lotto win might see some of the race day crew add one to there garage to ride along side some of its descendants the lads seem to be getting out onto the tracks recently.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh033oHO8TkHxGMZD_7sLD3eWe6fEfw8tvh-pUvK2jo3jndrXFsyqbHBNKM-gRmSG76cAdRsQ6SOrmJtlPbtp66XGTVNP_0zq2jJer1iwjGCYfSdVYKrSj8puneQU8IxhlMTFqYzRxwNSj5iY-qsJg7FzjNJszM34Q6Ry8_kfWCKBXWvEZ1TRpr5Rl6THI/s800/Ronaxis.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="800" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh033oHO8TkHxGMZD_7sLD3eWe6fEfw8tvh-pUvK2jo3jndrXFsyqbHBNKM-gRmSG76cAdRsQ6SOrmJtlPbtp66XGTVNP_0zq2jJer1iwjGCYfSdVYKrSj8puneQU8IxhlMTFqYzRxwNSj5iY-qsJg7FzjNJszM34Q6Ry8_kfWCKBXWvEZ1TRpr5Rl6THI/s320/Ronaxis.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil9zc6jVLrssUAwmJEyGB92lMTKebRpwKkVJTv-_COPSQese_PA17f_6O398PRvFNs8bo8hsMIoVOcGagIPQnmSitpbz-MMu3AfdkQEvqrk-__PU7R2ZEQId6RwO7tvzMbREvb7HuZthxtqIzdfEUF6TQoA7OQjO87Z9VC2e8u0Y-Qqh1hjNjdOPgc5bI/s1440/langen-two-stroke-01.webp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1440" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil9zc6jVLrssUAwmJEyGB92lMTKebRpwKkVJTv-_COPSQese_PA17f_6O398PRvFNs8bo8hsMIoVOcGagIPQnmSitpbz-MMu3AfdkQEvqrk-__PU7R2ZEQId6RwO7tvzMbREvb7HuZthxtqIzdfEUF6TQoA7OQjO87Z9VC2e8u0Y-Qqh1hjNjdOPgc5bI/s320/langen-two-stroke-01.webp" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhpWXzTpU8TMfBuXNz-TEQmv6nZjlaiCEu36MfCFWhM-bH3A5UIpL7SyR7DNbeC46_B_7rTR0uy67VmFc9-uqp-UfGzm5rEOh1mopREF8TdXlTySQI2xFuJBqX55aPmyUgRlRhJYwlPxn1BOqY_0fH6egvhoAdZuoBwepEsxdfHEdG5iwvxgBXfchX_Eo/s1920/salt-motorcycles-build-ktm-300-exc.webp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhpWXzTpU8TMfBuXNz-TEQmv6nZjlaiCEu36MfCFWhM-bH3A5UIpL7SyR7DNbeC46_B_7rTR0uy67VmFc9-uqp-UfGzm5rEOh1mopREF8TdXlTySQI2xFuJBqX55aPmyUgRlRhJYwlPxn1BOqY_0fH6egvhoAdZuoBwepEsxdfHEdG5iwvxgBXfchX_Eo/s320/salt-motorcycles-build-ktm-300-exc.webp" width="320" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">It was the first time I had seen Tims Suzuki TR500 with its Steve Roberts frame and period appropriate colour scheme. Well done. It sounds like Mark and Tim are still fettling the bike so nice to see it is not going to be a living room centre piece. The Yamaha TR250 and CBR 600 also seem to be getting some great track time as well. Kim was also out on his ever reliable Aprilia RS250 enjoying his racing with Dion doing some major sorting out of his stroker before it will also rejoin the fray in the near future. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5iEBR53ZJ45TICW45zr5IwSIPApcrTP08f6YbwZQtO6QaswnPo6vrCOKFtmK6G8mgaPVghXFWvfQfHD89JumJt_HSKpCVgZFjydKlEhr8do9aSln4S1AxPdj72tLHdaqsZn_sySoQUFM_sz_djNm7UZzzG4ZRSMWdx44qGnJdOdzt3YSQnh_gvHqdtKA/s3372/IMG_7700.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1851" data-original-width="3372" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5iEBR53ZJ45TICW45zr5IwSIPApcrTP08f6YbwZQtO6QaswnPo6vrCOKFtmK6G8mgaPVghXFWvfQfHD89JumJt_HSKpCVgZFjydKlEhr8do9aSln4S1AxPdj72tLHdaqsZn_sySoQUFM_sz_djNm7UZzzG4ZRSMWdx44qGnJdOdzt3YSQnh_gvHqdtKA/s320/IMG_7700.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpdrIbnhf1weV-k3e5DsGW2zQ_XKNX3KtC8rNzRmfLytcnhyphenhyphensELL5h-Pkbb6vyIzWMOnrq-88Uod_U0A_gtWenN6xVG_uLkQOfxslmFJCUD9p0nTmPAORMFhuY_ryDqcyk8VVrtGgXWGZZ9Uw1-pK4Ruatg3W7tTFvIX_HYSG-7zZINGYDdAfiHmk0ht4/s4212/IMG_7703.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2772" data-original-width="4212" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpdrIbnhf1weV-k3e5DsGW2zQ_XKNX3KtC8rNzRmfLytcnhyphenhyphensELL5h-Pkbb6vyIzWMOnrq-88Uod_U0A_gtWenN6xVG_uLkQOfxslmFJCUD9p0nTmPAORMFhuY_ryDqcyk8VVrtGgXWGZZ9Uw1-pK4Ruatg3W7tTFvIX_HYSG-7zZINGYDdAfiHmk0ht4/s320/IMG_7703.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDQO4IxhyAR3qqhHonzBQbrCBUlESuM1e5hRkIzTT8SlPCm1CoMjRjE8pAp7IGBcbAYnxsEnnZEM5r6GoOsqO8R5PefkJgAW9hL3juT5aTMDy0bVw54dvJxS4U84PUQrb8Njt38RHiISEqHA66sp5iorg5gze6K18cE3nSC33HLSxTv3FUn69x3CWO4JI/s4352/IMG_7705.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDQO4IxhyAR3qqhHonzBQbrCBUlESuM1e5hRkIzTT8SlPCm1CoMjRjE8pAp7IGBcbAYnxsEnnZEM5r6GoOsqO8R5PefkJgAW9hL3juT5aTMDy0bVw54dvJxS4U84PUQrb8Njt38RHiISEqHA66sp5iorg5gze6K18cE3nSC33HLSxTv3FUn69x3CWO4JI/s320/IMG_7705.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKOREcvZXF4GR3rpVF7DHMHOfeqlvqOldSA7VRtcRUaNmLSS5OyEVPhxwaRmmAc8CKzgUqsRZdI31WHOfbV_k2WRwvAlXzjMzqRQEe8A5UGmDb0CJAqacfKUX8x3XhdgR3XARyiw3ls3aDiFwm_-lenpyYXuAGiVrD3upa7hd31uVl-JOexmohXEJ60Os/s4352/IMG_7706.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKOREcvZXF4GR3rpVF7DHMHOfeqlvqOldSA7VRtcRUaNmLSS5OyEVPhxwaRmmAc8CKzgUqsRZdI31WHOfbV_k2WRwvAlXzjMzqRQEe8A5UGmDb0CJAqacfKUX8x3XhdgR3XARyiw3ls3aDiFwm_-lenpyYXuAGiVrD3upa7hd31uVl-JOexmohXEJ60Os/s320/IMG_7706.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfO0TqMByp-qePwo-eHfcbwj6yB14Cx8G_N71ktDssMAtNRH4A-8g4p8gsde6DeV4B9ehLaqwPn9swXxgBOcyK69FdNGPXCaXTgklv0L8GhPpa0R7ioItCiT8_d1HvzhUf-O-J95xOLfz_dhuGTyZSpbGbQhOan7G6MwUNCdFAPfI713NmT59PmjHQvw/s3490/IMG_7687.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2145" data-original-width="3490" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfO0TqMByp-qePwo-eHfcbwj6yB14Cx8G_N71ktDssMAtNRH4A-8g4p8gsde6DeV4B9ehLaqwPn9swXxgBOcyK69FdNGPXCaXTgklv0L8GhPpa0R7ioItCiT8_d1HvzhUf-O-J95xOLfz_dhuGTyZSpbGbQhOan7G6MwUNCdFAPfI713NmT59PmjHQvw/s320/IMG_7687.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">We did a leisurely ride over to Manfeild from Memorial Park via Ashhurst and Valley Road and on to the track via the Rosebowl Bakery and Cafe in Feilding. The moderns were definitely an eclectic mix of bikes that reflect a balanced mix of road bikes from the East and West that is very evident today. With Rich and yours truely on the Suzukis and Paul and Gary A on the Moto Guzzi and BMW respectively. A bit different from back in our day in the seventies and eighties where the Japanese marques definitely dominated the road bike scene. </p><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rkLDBjYksls" width="320" youtube-src-id="rkLDBjYksls"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Role Call<br />Sir Al - Kawasaki 750 H2<br />Paul H - Moto Guzzi V85 TT<br />Graham - Yamaha SR500<br />Gary W - Suzuki GSR 750<br />Warren - Suzuki RGV 250 VJ23 SP<br />Jason - Suzuki GSX400 Katana<br />Gary A - BMW F 650 GS<br />Rich - Suzuki 650 Vstrom<br /><br />'Race Affiliates'<br />Kim - Aprilia RS250<br />Tim - Honda CBR 600<br /> - Yamaha TR250<br />Mark/Tim - Suzuki TR 500 Daytona<br />Wayne - Yamaha RZ500<br /> - Yamaha XJ550</div></div>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-71104851534672107792023-11-12T20:55:00.000+13:002023-11-12T20:55:05.106+13:00Robert Holdens Suzuki GSX550 Rides Again : September EoMR<p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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One of the the real joys of end of month rides or going to rally's or races is the anticipation of what sort of machinery will greet you when you arrive. One person amongst the crew who has contributed his fair share of EoMR surprises is Warren, and this month was really special. He had managed to put back on the road Robert Holdens original Suzuki GSX550E that he raced in the early to mid eighties. This was during the time when Holden was a part of the Wellington Motorcycles team and it was modified and raced by others over a number of years. The likes of Tim K and Paul McQ were amongst them and Warren was also one who enjoyed the 'charms' of the this particular bike back in the day. Really neat to see this very tasteful restoration so a big hat tip (or is that helmet tip?) to Warren. <p></p><p>As can be seen from the photos it was a really interesting turnout of other bikes, mainly Suzukis. It was good to see Barry out and about with his GT550 with its distinctive poppity pop exhaust sound and accompanying occasional wisp of smoke as well as Jason on his Suzuki Katana 400. Grant had his mighty Suzuki GSX1100 out for spin. Bruce and Max had there Suzuki Bandits and Ray on his Triumph Bonneville and Kenny on his BMW 1250? and your truly on the GSR. With this being the first run for Warrens bike we decided on a shorter ride out just in case the 'fettling' got a little challenging. Warren also put out an invitation to come and have a look in his shed to see his collection of more than interesting bikes! more on that later.</p><p>A pie run to the Rusty Radiator was the chosen destination wth Warren taking the lead just in case.... He took us via our previous route through the back of Feilding and Lees Road with 'just in case' not coming about we arrived at our destination to find pie warmer adequately stocked. After plenty of discussions about many things and the pies consumed and cups drained we headed back into town with most of us following Warren on 'just in case' escorting duty. We are pleased to report that he did make it home with Warren mumbling about s few more fettling tasks needed. As you can see from the photos he has a very eclectic range of bikes in his collection and most of them are able to move under there own power. He still has a very full choice of restoration projects and as time goes by we look forward to there appearance on our end of month rides and thanks Warren for the inspiration to spend a little more time in our own sheds moving our own projects along.</p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-14295605258211480852023-09-09T19:07:00.000+12:002023-09-09T19:07:15.517+12:00Any Excuse for a Pie. August EoMR<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpz-CGzbplVJf5kqCwXf6Jsg_CmUd_103MOntjOSViWTdRVq1mWxRBoJbbu1sNYSO5TeUmwCnDOod-YTGugbz5mvmECzDxo_CBiLgQC3vbmJKJubcxSJC7U62KfHJiEbj9jBm30taQY_zZ3X32jJHebocntBiGcJjM-L7i6KbjJAS143HDXQhPFoJjJBI/s3589/IMG_20230827_103550.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2404" data-original-width="3589" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpz-CGzbplVJf5kqCwXf6Jsg_CmUd_103MOntjOSViWTdRVq1mWxRBoJbbu1sNYSO5TeUmwCnDOod-YTGugbz5mvmECzDxo_CBiLgQC3vbmJKJubcxSJC7U62KfHJiEbj9jBm30taQY_zZ3X32jJHebocntBiGcJjM-L7i6KbjJAS143HDXQhPFoJjJBI/s320/IMG_20230827_103550.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe8321SDQJWbqOq5U3XrClTm_4sxlPGmVvXGTUXnvTkgEnKrdu6deTZzwGdzjAag9HBBU_unfJfxVo-sRupBCk-SZL5Sb7e5e9ukrgUkcy5VDshjYTpJrXroD1LV7x52P9y0rdAk9tcQNthYga_JaZWwFLSCOiagNkopUi9AEmMxMWfB9psAR_nm-ttkk/s3497/IMG_20230827_103517.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2907" data-original-width="3497" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe8321SDQJWbqOq5U3XrClTm_4sxlPGmVvXGTUXnvTkgEnKrdu6deTZzwGdzjAag9HBBU_unfJfxVo-sRupBCk-SZL5Sb7e5e9ukrgUkcy5VDshjYTpJrXroD1LV7x52P9y0rdAk9tcQNthYga_JaZWwFLSCOiagNkopUi9AEmMxMWfB9psAR_nm-ttkk/s320/IMG_20230827_103517.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX0df7U29TFDPfmIctRoQYBSXeKLzq4U1Rf9XUiRpN3XrFGrkM-aZDd71XOMafHvQ0NSS98pqd0xWTpNs8UeAtYEflirZjww_h_T8jkcH8BnYhy2d51fXIEUQCgD4aSH3gP4qKhSNgWrXD0DjmJQZvFhsNYCnhyAhSETrFR3-VlN82YaITBCbyCcjKJS8/s3392/IMG_20230827_103501-EDIT.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1885" data-original-width="3392" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX0df7U29TFDPfmIctRoQYBSXeKLzq4U1Rf9XUiRpN3XrFGrkM-aZDd71XOMafHvQ0NSS98pqd0xWTpNs8UeAtYEflirZjww_h_T8jkcH8BnYhy2d51fXIEUQCgD4aSH3gP4qKhSNgWrXD0DjmJQZvFhsNYCnhyAhSETrFR3-VlN82YaITBCbyCcjKJS8/s320/IMG_20230827_103501-EDIT.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXl5HhOBEYYlNbhkBdiVQLAxylfX1iDsBk1c1dy5AEnjhFoOhAkUCRjRFlnEjmHoGVWk02A5_1C8j6SBx6u22yiIf1mw5HY2xDmLqerRDT-SOWPDyxON1_QKJCxHSRTbEsb7ekxHDW-iJqnjDwjrrv4W45wTj2INIS3KmL31E10tUH_HIYYYtFmXGM-fQ/s3692/IMG_20230827_094344-EDIT.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2551" data-original-width="3692" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXl5HhOBEYYlNbhkBdiVQLAxylfX1iDsBk1c1dy5AEnjhFoOhAkUCRjRFlnEjmHoGVWk02A5_1C8j6SBx6u22yiIf1mw5HY2xDmLqerRDT-SOWPDyxON1_QKJCxHSRTbEsb7ekxHDW-iJqnjDwjrrv4W45wTj2INIS3KmL31E10tUH_HIYYYtFmXGM-fQ/s320/IMG_20230827_094344-EDIT.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5g3h7BSqzLdu3aSvvs0W05UpzE4BrPi19S4s9bQoGzgapB9aGzSxStWkCzxKHsvZjZ1eS3KyPfT5U3lyPTlD10gVogf7zQCfQecxQi2BOxqlQrumLtQAfizinm-xGOhX5L_CD6Lnj0vXeVFR_v4JFCy_A-kkghycFzT1METkdk5g5KxWOZ3EQ0kjNEn8/s3886/IMG_20230827_094255-EDIT.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1759" data-original-width="3886" height="145" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5g3h7BSqzLdu3aSvvs0W05UpzE4BrPi19S4s9bQoGzgapB9aGzSxStWkCzxKHsvZjZ1eS3KyPfT5U3lyPTlD10gVogf7zQCfQecxQi2BOxqlQrumLtQAfizinm-xGOhX5L_CD6Lnj0vXeVFR_v4JFCy_A-kkghycFzT1METkdk5g5KxWOZ3EQ0kjNEn8/s320/IMG_20230827_094255-EDIT.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />As we all know, the weather over the last few months has not really been conducive to out door activities with motorcycling being one of them. Our recent Sunday end of month run certainly looked to be that way with the weather forecast promising a highly likely chance of precipitation with the possibility of 'clearing' weather as the morning progressed. Calculations were done and fingers were crossed as the GSR was wheeled out of the garage and pointed in the general direction of Memorial Park. Peering down Main street towards Memorial Park one could see a lonely figure parked up in our usual meeting spot. Roger and his Moto Guzzi V50 quickly came into view and after parking up a conversation around a fine winters day in Levin was told with deteriorating weather on the way up to Palmerston North. In short order we were joined by Warren on his GSX1100R, Paul on his Moto Guzzi V85TT and Sir Al on his CB650F. A quick scan of the skies suggested a westerly direction was our best bet to avoid precipitation with Warren having pre plotted a new route to one of our favourite destinations, the Rusty Radiator.<p></p><p>The journey out of town through to our turnoff at Whakarongo was uneventful, but as we headed towards Bunnythorpe the first shower made its presence felt. The turn off to the right around the world famous roundabout (smallest in the world apparently) had us heading off towards our next turn off down Reids Line. This is not an unknown route so far but continuing on down Reid line to Durie Rd and heading into Feilding was. It was then onto Kawakawa Rd and then along to Lees Rd, Rakehou Rd and finally to our destination in Halcombe. A really great variation on our usual rides. Our arrival was fortunately well timed with the clouds parting to reveal sunshine and as we ate our pies and our gear dried out some of us decided on taking the long way home via Makino Road. Nothing like a good ride, great company, a cuppa and a pie to set you up for a positive start to the week ahead.</p><p>Lets hope Septembers EoMR run is a little more encouraging with some fine, warm weather!</p><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-58663199435890951012023-08-27T23:09:00.001+12:002023-08-28T21:29:56.687+12:00A Suzuki GSXR1100 G Comes Out for a Spin<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPybUBu9iDw9wEFEUnLjMcjbXY3tmbds6YqiUj5Hu9MU9bcJ42mUMhIm9aORpdiNCITrGuRWagI4i0g6GpsgMmcLs8vQv3jXZ3W7GSKHR3Yyyj3klY8GM6pJrKsidOFkI8js9VgbA0r6acaQmWmMRV59WAHJfIQTg1qa6j_9KMvTokpHS84G1-FM0_zTc/s4302/IMG_7320.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1353" data-original-width="4302" height="101" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPybUBu9iDw9wEFEUnLjMcjbXY3tmbds6YqiUj5Hu9MU9bcJ42mUMhIm9aORpdiNCITrGuRWagI4i0g6GpsgMmcLs8vQv3jXZ3W7GSKHR3Yyyj3klY8GM6pJrKsidOFkI8js9VgbA0r6acaQmWmMRV59WAHJfIQTg1qa6j_9KMvTokpHS84G1-FM0_zTc/s320/IMG_7320.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JCZO-7UiZX4" width="320" youtube-src-id="JCZO-7UiZX4"></iframe></div><p> Fronting up to our meeting spot at Memorial Park at the end of July one was greeted with a very cosmopolitan selection of bikers. But my attention was immediately grabbed by a sight not seen very often these days. A 'Slabby' was amongst this mixture and it certainly stood out with its distinctive blue and white paint scheme and the double headlight arrangement. It is very much the 'uncle' of the Suzuki GSR750 I had arrived on and it certainly didn't look too elderly amongst the other bikes in the line up. It was good to be able to contrast it with the previous generation of performance bike equivalents with Sir Al and Kim bringing along there Kawasaki H2's who 10 years or so previous to the arrival of the GSXR 1100 on the the scene were cleaning up on the racetrack alongside the Z1. The amount of technical progress between these bikes is quite stunning looking back. The slabby was not only more powerful, better handling, frugal but an easier bike to live with on a day to day basis. Great to see it out and about Warren.</p><p>After a brief discussion the destination for our run was to be the Woolshed Cafe and with another lucky day weather wise we headed out Napier Road on our well worn route over to our first stop at Stanway for a bit of a chat. It is a lovely spot up on a plateau where on a good day you have lovely views north to the mountains. It was then off to our final destination via Pryces Line and Wilson Rd to the Ohakea turnoff (where the home for the Air Forces new Boeing Poseidons seems to be nearing completion) and on to Sanson and then our final destination, the Woolshed cafe. A great yarn and some great food finished off a great winter ride!</p><p></p><div style="text-align: left;">Roll call</div><div style="text-align: left;">Warren - Suzuki GSXR 1100</div><div style="text-align: left;">Sir Al - Kawasaki 750 H2</div><div style="text-align: left;">Kim - Kawasaki 750 H2</div><div style="text-align: left;">Stuart - Kawasaki KLE 500</div><div style="text-align: left;">Bruce - Kawasaki ZXR 636</div><div style="text-align: left;">Roger - Moto Guzzi V35 Imola II</div><div style="text-align: left;">John - BMW 600/6</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ray - Triumph T100 Bonneville</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gary - Suzuki GSR 750</div><div style="text-align: left;">Errol - Royal Enfield 650</div><div style="text-align: left;">Kenny - Moto Guzzi V7 850 Stone</div><div style="text-align: left;">Brent - Harley Davidson Road King</div><div style="text-align: left;">Rich - Suzuki Vstrom 650</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-77354848202649578562023-07-01T21:34:00.000+12:002023-07-01T21:34:19.445+12:00The Widow Makers meet Walter Wolf. 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2348" data-original-width="4352" height="173" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNSXy67vHElVgeZ8TPBOyBy8FY3t137YPnKPejRUCHXy1_hOuu1qN7sbpnqqDuYt7qXdAREJJ4Q0TsMnm7j60qfWqTUkgCCTiuaCkCj97jH78BME4A2o4qsB9D2PG4KBajePP8KoMiyVwuNmgvXXfltXxR5DlMKrM2ymqnIS4QYQXMJD5qKC1RdPtx6Oc/s320/IMG_7298.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zRXSkUktSEc" width="320" youtube-src-id="zRXSkUktSEc"></iframe></div><p></p><p>With the Winter Solstice just a couple of days behind us the weather gods were certainly kind to us for our end of month ride The 9:30 gathering certainly saw some blue sky off to the West and plenty of wind whistling towards us from the east and a lovely bank of clouds parked up on the other side of Ruahine and Tararua Ranges. Those who had come up from Levin said the Manawatu River was very high and the Opiki route was closed due to flooding, so no zigzagging around the countryside to the south. So exit stage west was an easy choice to make and with Sir Al taking the lead on his Kawasaki H2 eleven of us followed along behind him as we headed out to Ashhurst. There was some evidence of rain and still plenty of wind but we were soon heading away from the ranges as we climbed up Valley Road and headed off towards the sunshine in a westerly direction. </p><p>Colyton soon passed by and we skirted around the outskirts of Feilding as we hooked up with Makino Rd and made our way to the Stanway Hall for a stop. After a brief stop it was off to one of our favourite cafes, The Rusty Radiator for a pie and a cuppa. On a nice day the cafe has certainly become a real 'destination' for motorcyclists and other vehicle enthusiasts around the Manawatu/Rangitikei and beyond. With Stu having a catch up with the guy next door over his hot rod pick up truck and the two older gentleman out for a cruise in there 1950s Mercedes and was a great place to spend an hour shooting the breeze. </p><p>It was good to have a few older and more modern Classic Japanese bikes joining this melee of vehicles as well. The support crew were on a variety of predominantly European modern machinery and it is always great to see sir Al and Paul D giving there H2's a bit of time on the road and Warren had his Suzuki RG400 Walter Wolf enjoying a bit of a workout. If we apply the 15 years or older VJMC classic qualification then Stuart on his 2007 Kawasaki KLE500 qualifies as does Gary A on his 2000 Honda VFR800 50th anniversary model. Also well and truely in the classic camp was Roger on his Moto Guzzi V50. </p><p>All in all a great 'run around the block' in what ended up being some magnificent weather. Nice having Stuart B along for a run and meeting Mark V at the Rusty Radiator and lets hope for more of the same for next </p><div style="text-align: left;">Roll call</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gary A - Honda VFR800 50th Anniversary Model</div><div style="text-align: left;">Sir Al - Kawasaki 750 H2</div><div style="text-align: left;">Warren T - Suzuki RG400 Walter Wolf</div><div style="text-align: left;">Paul D - Kawasaki 750 H2</div><div style="text-align: left;">Stuart M - Kawasaki KLE500</div><div style="text-align: left;">Roger - Moto Guzzi V50</div><div style="text-align: left;">Dave - Moto Guzzi 850 V7 Special</div><div style="text-align: left;">Paul H - Moto Guzzi V85 TT</div><div style="text-align: left;">Bruce - MV Augusta 800</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gary W - Suzuki GSR 750</div><div style="text-align: left;">Stuart B - Triumph Bonneville T100</div><div style="text-align: left;">Stephen - Cagiva Raptor 1000 </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-25311062267852158952023-06-23T18:31:00.000+12:002023-06-23T18:31:12.772+12:00May End of Month Ride<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8TNJSbZybMI" width="320" youtube-src-id="8TNJSbZybMI"></iframe></div><br /><p></p><p>Another fine day for our end of month ride saw an interesting variety of bikes turn up for what proved to be a very pleasant ride out on the Manawatu River plains. Our great in-house navigator, Gary A suggested we head a little further south than our usual southern stop at Foxton and follow the Manawatu River back up to our pie and beverage destination. Gary took us on an extended ride down to Foxton through the extensive maze of roads on the Manawatu plains, with some familiar and many not. This included a section of roads that began with us heading down Kerekere Rd, Ridge Rd and eventually following the river back up to Shannon via Whirokino and Springs Rd. The Highway 57 Bakery and Cafe's pies were definitely enjoyed by all and the Lamb Fry and Bacon I had was excellent. </p><p>Our return journey home took another interesting and convoluted route through the back roads around Opiki, courtesy of Gary A. Yet another interesting maze! </p><div style="text-align: left;">Roll call</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gary A - BMW F650 GS</div><div style="text-align: left;">Dave - Honda 700 TransAlp</div><div style="text-align: left;">Bruce S - Kawasaki 636</div><div style="text-align: left;">Kim - Kawasaki 750 H2</div><div style="text-align: left;">Warren M - Yamaha XJ900</div><div style="text-align: left;">Warren T - Ducati MH900e</div><div style="text-align: left;">Stuart M - Kawasaki KLE500</div><div style="text-align: left;">Grant - Suzuki GSX1100</div><div style="text-align: left;">Rich - Suzuki 650 Vstrom</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gary W - Suzuki GSR 750</div>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-31104303551634431922023-05-25T21:24:00.000+12:002023-05-25T21:24:59.707+12:00A Cobra, Two Widow Makers, a GT and a VX come out for a spin<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhraG9hD1WvYGQthnaLxFU1Cam3dAC6db8LZZdqVt69LMGFCKbKglxkjr3IIQc4JRLLeLmboRfkwu9XjShhnwVQVhJw7TxcsD9GdUjMC6r_ZVIVVxm2OALDWR4Og-_PAWR4xR6LU3CQrK0RTAyp40K3-gQek8llzUsztGLGkFD87UwbnhWtcqHz9p4-/s4352/IMG_7026.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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The resultant explosion moves a cacophony of two wheeled metal, paint and chrome down the road often accompanied by a "blue haze". This is much to the appreciation and delight of some might say, a bunch of predominantly sad old men! Not that this author would, but last months end of month ride saw some great examples of late sixties and seventies Japanese classic two stroke road bike’s out and about in their natural environment; on the road. Warrens 68 Suzuki T500 Cobra 500 was accompanied by Paul and Sir Als Kawasaki 750 H2 “Widow Makers” and it is important to remember these bikes are each over 50 years old. Grant had his mighty Suzuki GT 250 A out as well which is also fast approaching its 50th anniversary and rounding out the Japanese classics was Graham on his Suzuki VX800. It was also great to see John join us on his ever reliable classic BMW R60/6 which is also approaching the fifty year mark. With the value of these bikes appreciating to giddy heights, it is wonderful to see them being used and shared. </p><p>Along for a run were a range of support crew on a variety of bikes. As always, the route for our run was decided on the day and it was Warren on the oldest bike who suggested a run around the Santoft loop and back to Halcombe and the Rusty Radiator for a cuppa and a pie. A top up at Bulls for the thirsty two strokes was agreed upon and we were soon on our way. With Warren in the lead we made our way up State Highway Three and he had little trouble keeping up with the traffic. After topping up at Bulls we headed off on our loop and we all enjoyed its mix of tight and open corners and that soft rolling countryside that is probably the reason there are two golf courses along the way! </p><p>The run into Halcombe had us meandering past the outskirts of Marton and parking up outside the Rusty Radiator with parched mouths and rumbling tums. It was great to see the pie cabinet fully stocked and in no time the troops were enjoying the caffeine, pies and other treats! All to soon it was time to head back into town and as I videoed and photographed these wonderful classic bikes disappearing off down the road those sights and sounds will definitely linger until at least ..... next months ride! See you then.</p><div style="text-align: left;">Roll call<br />Warren - Suzuki T500 Cobra<br />Paul D - Kawasaki 750 H2<br />Sir Al - Kawasaki 750 H2<br />Grant - Suzuki GT250 A<br />John - BMW R60/6<br />Graham - Suzuki VX800<br />Paul - Moto Guzzi V85 TT <br />Dave R - Moto Guzzi 850 V7 Special<br />Gary A - BMW F650GS<br />Ray - Triumph Bud Ekins Bonneville T100 Special<br />Errol - Royal Enfield 650<br />Gary W - Suzuki GSR750</div><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-67226110775712783552023-04-12T22:58:00.000+12:002023-04-12T22:58:06.336+12:00March EoMR: Five go mad in Foxton<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilv-IXEbUJ-NCEwUr84ZM0BAcKe25SE9OlNO3cENLbxlaGlSNBMx9GWLWOcnjTVnAXW2VKX7n2hq4qL2IItHEN5eSyZWuJimyIeyRxY4kPncxRjCPut0-0pvpf7OzaBxLchi8-9CWpCUaX0lxD9MDTC5LOwR-J7ah89YKRWTb5cTk5Um3HWhYOnc95/s4000/20230326_105740.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilv-IXEbUJ-NCEwUr84ZM0BAcKe25SE9OlNO3cENLbxlaGlSNBMx9GWLWOcnjTVnAXW2VKX7n2hq4qL2IItHEN5eSyZWuJimyIeyRxY4kPncxRjCPut0-0pvpf7OzaBxLchi8-9CWpCUaX0lxD9MDTC5LOwR-J7ah89YKRWTb5cTk5Um3HWhYOnc95/s320/20230326_105740.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3VnH7WUf3oHuVv71Dx38qU7walxZUEq_LYfp2xL4PP-jpTbGq-K5DyTVjAP_WeFzpV4bSnryA6zM9kst4NQTRfVKUNkqTyKqA-5xzk-GwvI7r46OIvef71ipbs7sfHOTXQ8IqE8UR29pVjcM-5FTVVu2SajEaniEEJbx2smwh-6Gy4yrGksBcx7Qg/s4000/20230326_105754.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3VnH7WUf3oHuVv71Dx38qU7walxZUEq_LYfp2xL4PP-jpTbGq-K5DyTVjAP_WeFzpV4bSnryA6zM9kst4NQTRfVKUNkqTyKqA-5xzk-GwvI7r46OIvef71ipbs7sfHOTXQ8IqE8UR29pVjcM-5FTVVu2SajEaniEEJbx2smwh-6Gy4yrGksBcx7Qg/s320/20230326_105754.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKoXKOcMvxgVTiFTdVZunBXBt3wl82iVmfsetyHHw0eiU2dXoXr_RwuYDW9wR_T_ckE-Cu5jSPH_2O7fdwAGM74wzKwgJmmAXBwlJWTNGisDfDO3wSQCxRil6Vl4vN4Twj_D7NNEN4c27hj39tEgW7BKhvpFKpd_BYTT0Wqkas6aQ-hSuvFGnbIm9Z/s4000/20230326_105813.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKoXKOcMvxgVTiFTdVZunBXBt3wl82iVmfsetyHHw0eiU2dXoXr_RwuYDW9wR_T_ckE-Cu5jSPH_2O7fdwAGM74wzKwgJmmAXBwlJWTNGisDfDO3wSQCxRil6Vl4vN4Twj_D7NNEN4c27hj39tEgW7BKhvpFKpd_BYTT0Wqkas6aQ-hSuvFGnbIm9Z/s320/20230326_105813.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjovX0sma40hw2kfYiSUL0yVCVDPscqLm0dJaVVBS4npK-65NCesD-IFaKrxeqim6F1JF2EKHJG9yKMmeHbIdtbMDFclvyLLwYm1nyXf2Ls9OqwxxKJ9kqAc4xHWNEIyvwDAEfkCzOIy0NORO2M6sgrU8rpYq44ZI5ew1WMFNQVOu3bLv3LR6B7MQ02/s4000/20230326_105819.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjovX0sma40hw2kfYiSUL0yVCVDPscqLm0dJaVVBS4npK-65NCesD-IFaKrxeqim6F1JF2EKHJG9yKMmeHbIdtbMDFclvyLLwYm1nyXf2Ls9OqwxxKJ9kqAc4xHWNEIyvwDAEfkCzOIy0NORO2M6sgrU8rpYq44ZI5ew1WMFNQVOu3bLv3LR6B7MQ02/s320/20230326_105819.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6RialBKVOklceMmYLtlV8qk1l5s3UTK1Jr3EKWUA5jIDCOfhlyD2vNe0da3aihLTyGb-74fIfVBD2zORg_ZT22HIXa85QoAKVwrxKjHhNDhdvT9EF8tcgUjBZXFTVAKqRxVYICzeQACcM7ACjETEiP4sNaRs2e1m-w-4FyoZuTT-gX4KVzyvmq0ko/s4000/20230326_105825.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6RialBKVOklceMmYLtlV8qk1l5s3UTK1Jr3EKWUA5jIDCOfhlyD2vNe0da3aihLTyGb-74fIfVBD2zORg_ZT22HIXa85QoAKVwrxKjHhNDhdvT9EF8tcgUjBZXFTVAKqRxVYICzeQACcM7ACjETEiP4sNaRs2e1m-w-4FyoZuTT-gX4KVzyvmq0ko/s320/20230326_105825.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <span style="font-family: verdana;">A big thank you to Warren for the write up and photos from the EoMR for March. Some of us were 'Captain Raros' and avoided the possibility of rain! On with the tale......</span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="caret-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Sunday morning saw some dark looking clouds threaten the motorcycling Five and their adventure for the day. Uncle Quentin was doing mysterious and secret stuff so Julian, Dick, George, Ann and Timmy met at Memorial Park and hatched a plan to sneak out for a ride (Please note that false names have been used to protect the actual Five who were Gary, Max, Stuart, Rodger and Warren). </span></span></p><div style="caret-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></div><div style="caret-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span style="font-family: verdana;">The Five headed to Foxton on their nicknamed bikes - BMW leading the way followed by RZ ,Guzzi , GT and TS. The air was thick with greenhouse gas enhancing smoke as the Five weaved their way to Foxton via the back roads watching out for suspicious characters who could be out to ruin their adventure. Arriving in Foxton , the Five visited a shady looking building named Sammys to partake in meat pies and lashings of Ginger Beer. Whilst there, some dodgy characters with grey beards and travelling in Ford Thunderbirds surrounded Sammys but luckily the Five snuck out without incident -jolly good show.</span></div><div style="caret-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></div>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-9405493148372762262023-03-25T08:19:00.002+13:002023-03-25T16:50:31.951+13:00February End of Month Ride<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjejwCl2k9czdn1wVMw0FfWQYS6yAZwWGJRsBcgTsv3Xz9weSDYjpbGa3g6X_5T94BTXvp1QakfXeecEFIMSKAC_nk3mxo7mO84N23bd238fs-2hnByjKIRwkUXuetJrgNS66x85R8HJ5v-1VieyTRXE3SvgnfGYVKKa21mgwerUquDJ9kf2cMsYGim/s4352/IMG_6811.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjejwCl2k9czdn1wVMw0FfWQYS6yAZwWGJRsBcgTsv3Xz9weSDYjpbGa3g6X_5T94BTXvp1QakfXeecEFIMSKAC_nk3mxo7mO84N23bd238fs-2hnByjKIRwkUXuetJrgNS66x85R8HJ5v-1VieyTRXE3SvgnfGYVKKa21mgwerUquDJ9kf2cMsYGim/s320/IMG_6811.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Whilst both are performance two strokes from their day, the technology is very different, with, as you would expect, very different outcomes. Try 28 - 32 bhp versus 55 bhp let alone the improvements in chassis and running gear. Rounding out the two strokes was Stuarts 1972 Suzuki GT750 in all its ray gun glory. Roger brought out his little Moto Guzzi V 35 Imola II and Rich his trusty Vstrom and yours truely on the GSR750. A trip down to the metropolis of Shannon was agreed upon with our route having us heading out to Ashhurst for the first part and then to Aokautere, Tokomaru and down to Shannon. Grant had little trouble on his 250 keeping up with the traffic with plenty of use being made of the gearbox and the throttle. <p></p><p>The Horseman's Cafe was a busy place and when we pulled up some of the Classic Club lads were leaving on there way down to Southwards Museum for the Shiny Side Up Bike Fest. Amongst the bikes were a couple of 'big block' Suzukis with a GSX1100 from the eighties and a Yoshimura GS1200SS from the early 2000's sounding very yummy with there 4 into ones. After a great feed and plenty of car and bike spotting, a westward route home was chosen via the Shannon Foxton Road and then through Rangiotu and to Palmy. </p><p>Another great run and looking forward to our next end of month ride in March.</p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-88500845281195960922023-03-10T23:56:00.000+13:002023-03-10T23:56:46.156+13:00Two Stroke Heaven<p> Sir Al and Rich have recently upped their saddle time with a trip up to Hampton Downs to to soak up some classic two stroke racing bike ambience. The occasion was the Star Insure MotoFest with its Legend Garage. Amongst the legends was our very own Alan De Lautour with his Pat Hennen Suzuki RG500 amongst a wonderful lineup of rather special strokers. From a Buckley through to a bevy Yamaha TZs and a contemporary Suter thrown in for good measure! Of course there was plenty of other interesting machinery like the occasional Britten or two and someone called Graham Crosby in there somewhere as well. The racing was also rather interesting (apparently)with some close racing all round. 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This was in spite of a rather unfavourable weather forecast that predicted some precipitation. However those of us who relied on the L.A.T.S. method, (look at the sky) of forecasting thought we had a better than even chance of not being rained on that morning, and so it proved to be. We decided on the Makino Road loop and then come back into Feilding through Halcombe to the Rosebowl for a cup of tea. The entourage left Memorial Park under a rainless sky and we headed off down Napier Road and made our way around the Makino loop and then onto our final destination. Not a drop all the way around. Thanks to the lads who brought out there classics for the run and it was great to hear that wonderful two stroke burble! </p><p>Roll call</p><div style="text-align: left;">Stuart - Suzuki GT750J </div><div style="text-align: left;">Max - Yamaha RZ250 (Great to see it out after a refurb)</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ross - Kawasaki 400 S3</div><div style="text-align: left;">John - BSA B34?</div><div style="text-align: left;">Warren - Suzuki T20</div><div style="text-align: left;">Rich - Suzuki 650 Vstrom</div><div style="text-align: left;">Bruce - Suzuki SV650</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gazza - Suzuki GSR750</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-46060667375345290962022-11-06T22:27:00.003+13:002022-11-10T21:28:39.573+13:00Doubters and Haters. September EoMR<p>We had a very interesting mix of bikes for our September EoMR. It was great to see Kim out on his H2 for the run and Max out with his lovely FZ 750. Roger brought out his little Moto Guzzi 350 whilst his little Benelli 2C is having some major internals replaced. Steven had his Cagiva Raptor out for a spin and Bruce A had his GS800 BMW along for a ride. Rich was doing the business with the Strom and Ray on his Trumpet and Sir Al on a Honda CB 500F demonstrator from work. 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ijiNtLLOhAg" width="320" youtube-src-id="ijiNtLLOhAg"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">A few weeks back I decided to try out a bike I’ve been interested in for some time. So for our regular Sunday ride I borrowed a Honda CB500F from work. Now I’m normally riding an 02 Sportster S (essentially set up in Japan for track work) or my trusty old H2. So a 477cc parallel twin is a significant step down in cubic capacity. But it’s also a significant drop in weight (especially over the Sporty). I was quite sure I would find this bike lacking and that I couldn’t possibly like it? How would it compare to the effortless torque of a hotted-up 1200 V-Twin or the power delivery of a 750 triple 2-stroke. And learner-legal at that. A doubter I was and a Hater I was ready to be!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LhiNc61NLheAXFTX8inEsPktX4l4OdU3aXZp0_crJtq2TDK-tWuPkM7tDcM37JAStR4SJtkZkrtalWyVf4OM6UqQSefYnkl3If9ad5QUENumwlvngT5dCR4eMiOJOZ9TWxlWQABLt-6z2w-x5_onPkGsBsocDyC7BbERUqwI3tMQxScnoAup0jSf/s4352/FFE3E7F7-F162-4DF2-B01D-F939AB459F9D.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LhiNc61NLheAXFTX8inEsPktX4l4OdU3aXZp0_crJtq2TDK-tWuPkM7tDcM37JAStR4SJtkZkrtalWyVf4OM6UqQSefYnkl3If9ad5QUENumwlvngT5dCR4eMiOJOZ9TWxlWQABLt-6z2w-x5_onPkGsBsocDyC7BbERUqwI3tMQxScnoAup0jSf/w400-h268/FFE3E7F7-F162-4DF2-B01D-F939AB459F9D.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br />I rode the bike home on Saturday afternoon from work and the first thing I noted was how easy it was to ride around town. Ergos are great and there’s plenty of power available to keep ahead of the traffic. Maybe this was the bikes forte; it’s a commuter. The next thing I noticed was pushing the bike around in the garage. No pre-pushing muscle warm up required. It’s well balanced and easy to move.<br /><br /><br />Sunday dawned sunny and clear. We met at our usual place. On the way I topped up the tank, which holds a total of 17 litres - 91 octane! Makes a change from 95/98$.<br /><br />We headed around to Feilding and Makino Road and up onto the Vinegar Hill road. I was surprised at the acceleration generated by that little Twin and also that the engine had sufficient torque to hold 6th gear (up and down hill) and to pass traffic in 6th. Must have misread the specs. The Hill road is a good quality B road with fast sections and tight sections. I was leading and found I was really enjoying the ride and handling and the bike's ability to dig deep and pull out of corners without chasing the redline was a revelation. I was expecting to be passed but wasn’t until near the end of the road when Kim (H2) and (Mad?) Max (FZ750) went past racing. We weren’t too many corners from the main road (SH1) and apparently Max made his pass a couple of corners before the Give Way sign, not realising some speed would need brushing off! The braking manoeuvre was interesting to watch, I’ve heard. I did wonder what the black lines were heading into the intersection. One of the good things offered on all new bikes is ABS. On the Honda it’s a 2-channel system. I wonder if it can be retro-fitted to an FZ.<br /><br /><img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/vdkB4cJwE2ypSfdmkzT3n9j8QkI3iUpIk4uDgG1F0lOWBUPAE2K7EBRzrV9eu6pYN5LPQ6Ti9wSEVJC2NZAk6SQZuonM7HfsFSU3bKdvhMr38KDA8I-nf4AIGCHdPlia9L446s1jnpxilDe9eDYSulS-QA4BuAPHNbHj5xv37nr-lHAbdiYP0BjAZFMGFw=w400-h300" /><br />We stopped at the only place open in town for coffee. Won’t stop there again! Rather head back to Feilding. Faulty Towers springs to mind!<br /><br />A small feature appreciated on the F was under-seat storage. Somewhere to put the wallet, phone and hat. Another interesting feature was an average economy read-out on the display. And I was pleasantly surprised to read 3.5 / 100 km. That’s 80.7 MPG in old money, or 28.6 km/litre. That’s cheap to run! </div><div><br /></div><div><img height="300" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Uu5QcwPa7VZDj68ZoQF0GtBSoIw445I_GzN5sm4df14hArKe8KR5OvRWocC94avi_pqbCpM-efIDdXlp2qZLJQbuBbQxFQImGbpjD0HaCoTFZqfQhJDdAYE9O2V8mYld0ujN2XaZ3lNlKfNrNxRga9EVuRaZVUNVVFxWlxt7hjMeRu71i2DAibukMbF67A=w400-h300" width="400" /><br /><br />We turned toward home taking various back roads which I thought might be a better test of the Honda. Handling, balance and comfort were superb. If I were to fault it I think the front end could be a bit better planted - but then this particular bike is a 2021 model and has RWU forks with single disc. The 2022 model now has USD 41mm Showa SSF-BP forks with a twin disc setup (borrowed from the CB650). Honda have also moved the weight forward by a few degrees, and this combined Pilot Road 5 tyres has significantly improved the front end by all accounts.<br /><br />On the way back I swapped with Gazza to see what he thought. He was also very pleasantly surprised with the 500 (and that's coming off a GSR750). Bruce A also swapped bikes for a ride. He felt he missed the extra punch of his BMW 700, which I understand. What I noticed was the huge increase in wind noise with the screen on the BMW. I’d forgotten what that was like. I found the 500 very stable in cross-wind, which I didn’t expect would be the case. Especially coming off the Sportster. I was very pleasantly surprised at the seat comfort - I’d call it all day comfortable.<br /><br />The bike went back Monday morning. I have to admit I was sad to hand it back. How can a learner legal 500 twin be such a great all round machine? Would I buy one? YES.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-2899954425650564542022-10-06T20:26:00.001+13:002022-10-06T21:35:00.871+13:00A Golden Day with a Golden Bike<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0y65-u4TxKSMexV-SedbOI8pU8nq88kwIR6lt2Eva4hpL46oG8ZtNykWQbN0h2JrPiK8WrKkYvN-MvnZt3NOMdJBtWnhlmUgCFSGG8qywtQFJr8VJ4l8ampPfpmXOFbUESayezmrD6d8LmsVB_s8FUXdLUReCmVUDxh2aVEY6ZPeZSgNlul8Vv3mH/s4000/IMG_20220814_095428.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1582" data-original-width="4000" height="127" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0y65-u4TxKSMexV-SedbOI8pU8nq88kwIR6lt2Eva4hpL46oG8ZtNykWQbN0h2JrPiK8WrKkYvN-MvnZt3NOMdJBtWnhlmUgCFSGG8qywtQFJr8VJ4l8ampPfpmXOFbUESayezmrD6d8LmsVB_s8FUXdLUReCmVUDxh2aVEY6ZPeZSgNlul8Vv3mH/s320/IMG_20220814_095428.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It has certainly been a winter to remember and not for the right reason. With many catching Covid and everyone else trying to avoid it feels like we are emerging into better times and heading out on your bike with your mates certainly goes a long way to confirming it. The weather certainly played its part and it was really good of Sir Al adding to that feeling by bringing out his gold H2 for a spin. It certainly glowed in the sunshine and with its healthy dose of chrome as well it was a pleasure to cast ones eye over the bike. Also along for the run was Grant on his BMW GS1250, Rich on his Vstrom, Stuart on his Bandit, Gary on his BMW GS 650 and the GSR got a long overdue run with yours truly on it.<p></p><p>Our destination for the run was one of our favourite cafes, The Woolshed, just south of Sanson. We followed our usual route through Colyton, Makino Rd and through to Ohakea via Wilson Rd with a stop at Stanway Hall. It was interesting to see the progress on the hangers for the Boeing Poseidons and they are definitely very substantial buildings. I would hate to think about the cost of them on top of the price of the aircraft. We were soon at our destination and lining up to make our morning tea choices and then off outside to sit in the very welcome sun. With the worlds problems solved and the beverages and sausage rolls despatched we headed back into town with warm thoughts of a golden morning and many more as we head towards spring and summer. </p><br /><br /><br />Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-43715934984190894472022-05-20T23:43:00.000+12:002022-05-20T23:43:13.980+12:00A Jawa TS 350 Makes an Appearance<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPhUpu1KK4k_3kWbuqj_mPoZv7bDWFjnF3FVdEoFghAzBHhr1uBiOogvGByA4Hm75GJg58QTVBRz_CqA4iAxxcffs9TTBOAfPB037UIbyAI77UrYrK9VM-rhpyxe6nWwx-mmi7clacaDRaMEPlfRdCQzWqo88a3qa_foUd5tuO18g_dQ4jiP4eWd1d/s7952/194D71F3-E377-4931-804A-A10190609ACB.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3986" data-original-width="7952" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPhUpu1KK4k_3kWbuqj_mPoZv7bDWFjnF3FVdEoFghAzBHhr1uBiOogvGByA4Hm75GJg58QTVBRz_CqA4iAxxcffs9TTBOAfPB037UIbyAI77UrYrK9VM-rhpyxe6nWwx-mmi7clacaDRaMEPlfRdCQzWqo88a3qa_foUd5tuO18g_dQ4jiP4eWd1d/s320/194D71F3-E377-4931-804A-A10190609ACB.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LPLijal2_Xw" width="320" youtube-src-id="LPLijal2_Xw"></iframe></div><br />We at the Blue Haze are somewhat agnostic when it comes to our bikes. We certainly have a penchant for our Japanese strokers as they were such an important part of our early motorcycling experiences. We most definitely enjoy the two stroke engine configuration with its inherent simplicity and we certainly like the variety of marques that have used it to make some robust and endearing motorcycles over the years. In fact it was the East Europeans who contributed much to the modern development of the two stroke. Walter Kaaden, an MZ engineer, led the way with his application of his research on exhaust pressure waves to improve the performance of two strokes to the point where they dominated the racetracks of the world for many decades. <p></p><p>The Japanese made the most of these developments and mass produced them on an unprecedented scale and it was our generation that bought and rode them. We weren't the only ones to appreciate the two stroke, and the Iron Curtain ensured they enjoyed huge success as a cheap way for people to get around. Some of these bikes made there way to the West and whilst not technologically as sophisticated as there Japanese counterparts they proved attractive to some. It was good to see Warren bring out his Jawa TS350 for a spin. It was very much the last of these Iron Curtain machines having a manufacturing date in the 1980s. The technology is from the fifties/sixties, but it has a charm all of its own with its twin cylinders and single carb which enable it to pump out a credible 27bhp. </p><p>Following along behind, it had no problem keeping to the speed limit and Warren said it was good for a lot more! At our cafe stop Warren unscrewed the petrol cap to reveal an inbuilt cup to measure out the two stroke oil. No oil injection needed. This sort of simplicity is definitely part of its appeal as is the kick start come gear lever. When you compare this to Ross's Cobra, the Japanese were a lot more sophisticated and they certainly pushed two stroke technology to new levels. The Cobra was for the time, very much a performance bike as were a string of two strokes that stretched all the way into the nineties when emissions requirements finally strangled them. The four strokes have total domination now, but travelling behind the Cobra as Ross torqued it out of the corners with it accompanying intake drone is definitely an aural, visual and scent one never tires of (well for some of us!) our </p><p>The Woolshed Cafe was its usual busy Sunday self and by the time we left it was full. Not far behind us, arrival wise, was the Wellington BMW motorcycle Club who very quickly filled up the remaining motorcycle parks, but the biggest group who arrived was the Jaguar Car Club with some in there green uniforms and cat emblems. From a distance they could have been mistaken for a certain political party....?</p><p>It was good to see Paul and Janice amongst them and they had been out for a bit of a wander like us. Paul was a bit upset with himself after grounding the exhaust on his Jaguar on a speed hump in Feilding which he took at the wrong 'speed'. Our group for the ride included Kenny on his BMW, as was Ray, Rich on the Bee machine and Steven brought out his hybrid Italian/Japanese bike, a Cagiva Raptor 1000. Yours truely was on the GSR. After a few refreshments and a good chat we headed for home and after hearing about some racing at Manfeild I popped over to have a look. </p><p>The Victoria Motorcycle Club were running a meeting from there Summer series and there was plenty of great racing happening. A great way to finish off the ride and as Autumn gives way to Winter, let's hope we have some more fine days for us to get out and about on our bikes.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-36320954879014823182022-04-03T21:07:00.000+12:002022-04-03T21:07:01.054+12:00 Ross's Kawasaki 400 S3a Comes Out to Play.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxohfGqFC_rA8w4e0QfQ04-EvqgLXGaXWdRgwaJi672YwFo2nWAoFCPQcadBGChUbUWLe4aRw1dElgxO-wgJH9Gts4SiH89TmzPmI84Rlp4PkcMlKNSncXxIs1SKU36qdLXI7QKENRxIRjMXfaYb1RkJ9-SFnWHPNCsA8B8UNjboGWQQqjXSHQlEHY/s3794/838E4167-1F4D-4925-BBEA-2BAE5B891FF4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2520" data-original-width="3794" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxohfGqFC_rA8w4e0QfQ04-EvqgLXGaXWdRgwaJi672YwFo2nWAoFCPQcadBGChUbUWLe4aRw1dElgxO-wgJH9Gts4SiH89TmzPmI84Rlp4PkcMlKNSncXxIs1SKU36qdLXI7QKENRxIRjMXfaYb1RkJ9-SFnWHPNCsA8B8UNjboGWQQqjXSHQlEHY/s320/838E4167-1F4D-4925-BBEA-2BAE5B891FF4.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP8ELAWP4N433w8geie5nuj0CwTlxPafmkAf24H1OLqGpPksCsroBvgE63p5HCom3eaVoqfIGuqh02y-O6gmLU4L27uT-4ZKFsEgFSj7YSKUdoFGuP8AcL6dAxwcZB3MikF2ZNF9cffPcFZXhJD0_dx84RMqlv0lNKiFQywang_OBvRX0g_hYGWtyG/s320/6D285331-7A4C-4B0B-B347-514AF33AC669.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />It is always good to see a new classic bike turn up for a run and this month Ross arrived with his latest restoration, a Kawasaki S3a 400. The last time this was seen was when a small group of us popped around to Ross's place to help him take the motor out of its frame so it could be checked out for a persistent 'fettling' issue. It is considered by many to be 'sweetest' out of all the triples with its mixture of weight, handling and motor smoothness. As you can see from the photo's Ross has done a wonderful job, and his attention to detail is very evident. He had obviously sorted out the problem because as we saw on the ride, it was running beautifully. <p></p><p>Paul D and Sir Al turned up on there H2s, the big brother to the S3a. Rounding out the triple two stroke's was Stuart on his Suzuki GT750J in all its wafting glory. Warren was taking a break from driving his milk tanker through the countryside to riding his Yamaha XJ900 riding through the countryside. Rounding out the classic bikes on the ride was Graham on his Suzuki VX800, which he seems to be still enjoying. Also out in support were the 'moderns' with Bruce S on his Yamaha XJ1300 as was Ray on his BMW R850R. Kenny had his BMW R1250 and Grant on his BMW K75RS. </p><p>As is becoming the norm for our EoMR's, a humble and familiar ride was decided on with a run to Colyton and around the back of Feilding to Makino Road and then on to our one and only stop at Stanway. It was here that a shorter route to our cafe stop was decided after checking the fuel level of Ross's S3a. Those baby triples certainly have a mean thirst! Rich turned up on the mighty Vstrom just in time for our little cafe convoy that passed through Halcombe and then on to Feilding. We eventually rolled into the back car park of Rosebowl and headed inside. In spite of covid it was still a busy place and the lads were soon tucking into coffees, cakes and pies. It was during a conversations with Graham he let out of the bag that he is busy sorting out a 1971 Honda 450, with only the carbs to go. Can't wait to see that turn up for a run. It will be a first.With the coffee gone and the food eaten it was time to head off. But what was that sound in the background as we headed back to the bikes?</p><p>Of course it was the sound of bikes racing around Manfeild. It has been a while since any of us had been to the track because of you know what. The Victoria Motorcycle Club were running one of there summer meetings and we had heard through the grapevine that Dion was trying out his new race bike, a KTM 390. Apparently our arrival with the classic bikes was announced over the PA and a good number of people popped over to have a look. Dion was having a great time with his new bike and holding his own mid field.</p><p>All in all a great ride and nice to see a new classic stead joining 'the herd'. It looks like another one is on it's way! Maybe next months EoMR, eh Graham?</p><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-75733830622502680202022-03-24T16:32:00.000+13:002022-03-24T16:32:32.344+13:00The 2022 VJMC 'Gathering'<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNRNvl96YCWednWF70eUwidCMVhngTMqFx0PWaYcFcHVZiqr2rCFxegAycmJn6CLjhu3ahqLC0I6DWfnILEJkZqXlED_auviy_zMuO2UAAR-0VHCoWDLywERhIGRgB2TYONV69B5cJe0CNrStFnzXk15bvHjJBS3kKv2e1FpnH61Jde45FXYIpcNxC=s3718" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2251" data-original-width="3718" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNRNvl96YCWednWF70eUwidCMVhngTMqFx0PWaYcFcHVZiqr2rCFxegAycmJn6CLjhu3ahqLC0I6DWfnILEJkZqXlED_auviy_zMuO2UAAR-0VHCoWDLywERhIGRgB2TYONV69B5cJe0CNrStFnzXk15bvHjJBS3kKv2e1FpnH61Jde45FXYIpcNxC=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghe2MYiEgav0C0fNubYIqz01Pbe1dMqxiZS5027AVXOyl16PW6JybXnLnY0oZpl1h-LlUJOK357njjj7OUbfHJNnYiz30fyVNGHK3ojx4MM4bHBmKd-_9qi9N8tvU8yl_5JBJs0JeWd2t2b6L5vJ6pEah2sGTuVU-hV6nB5syeWYYj1Rg1qwEvMnLa=s5559" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2877" data-original-width="5559" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghe2MYiEgav0C0fNubYIqz01Pbe1dMqxiZS5027AVXOyl16PW6JybXnLnY0oZpl1h-LlUJOK357njjj7OUbfHJNnYiz30fyVNGHK3ojx4MM4bHBmKd-_9qi9N8tvU8yl_5JBJs0JeWd2t2b6L5vJ6pEah2sGTuVU-hV6nB5syeWYYj1Rg1qwEvMnLa=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br />Covid has certainly had a big effect on all our lives over the past couple of years with many routine activities taking a back seat to Covid concerns. Whilst our daily and weekly Covid concerns have been front and centre it has also had an effect on many annual activities. Concerts, festivals, family gatherings and rallies have fallen by the way side as uncertainty reigns. Amongst all of this Judy, Angela and Ross managed to pull off the next best thing to a Rally, a gathering. Whilst it was done at short notice, it certainly struck a chord with a good number of people who booked into motels in Feilding from far and wide for a VJMC get together. From all accounts a great Friday night warmup saw the 'The Gathering' off to a good start. A ride was organised for the Saturday morning with thirty or so individuals meeting at the Feilding Railway Station carpark at 11am ready for a ride to a lunch date at the Apiti Tavern. The route taken was a familiar path for the locals which was up through the Pohangina Valley following the Manawatu Scenic Route and then a slight detour to the tavern. The only casualty was Roger's lovely little Benelli 2C's pistons that needed a rest from going up and down and it ended up in a farmers shed for collection the following day. The joys of running classic bikes! <p></p><p>The Apiti Tavern was a very busy place and money could have been made from the parking meters if they were in working condition! It has become a destination in its own right since being taken over a year or so ago with a chef now in charge. Lunch was followed up with a ride around the rest of the Manawatu Scenic Route and then back to Feilding to prepare for the evening activities. By all accounts The Strongroom Restaurant provided a fitting gastronomical finale to the day and some discussions went on well into the later parts of the evening.</p><p>A big thank you to Angela, Judy and Ross for organising 'The Gathering' and let's all hope things get back to normal for the 2023 VJMC Rally.</p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-8462650730439618502022-03-10T23:04:00.000+13:002022-03-10T23:04:19.815+13:00February EoMR 2022<div style="text-align: left;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghTCNFMjbQFQuhxgIdYWUT0wCdfZDTvUgKZvdk8dsot9YBLd74AJ_el1tS66qInAa2lQdtA-KUCh32LHhXwKgKcsUCL7TXaU0Z7pz12EHuSfJ9JZOPK2BHklvNia93FVGOI0kubjn8sDftugyxKX3kRt9XXiKSJxaDRumHQrVsF9PEGU24L4zIOeT_=s3658" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2764" data-original-width="3658" height="242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghTCNFMjbQFQuhxgIdYWUT0wCdfZDTvUgKZvdk8dsot9YBLd74AJ_el1tS66qInAa2lQdtA-KUCh32LHhXwKgKcsUCL7TXaU0Z7pz12EHuSfJ9JZOPK2BHklvNia93FVGOI0kubjn8sDftugyxKX3kRt9XXiKSJxaDRumHQrVsF9PEGU24L4zIOeT_=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg7YOm50djtXEQHm0FULIkQiuv2j9w57-USPXE7KeE2ayjzglt4jooiIeFDva29mlh416OXxvn-lfRfAfRsuZR6iUmiQ1e6pSMc4t_GHdXx84VuYyJwPh659b6zE1y6MR02pvQdpvXs9mzSuFti1ewHBAtf2QuedLLjid3eO5PzwJH6YCGbu_AV88tv=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/u-BzMvY5OA0" width="320" youtube-src-id="u-BzMvY5OA0"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">It was great turnout for our February EoMR with a very cosmopolitan mix of bikes. Good to see Roger back up from Levin on his trusty little Benelli 2C and Paul giving his Kawasaki H2 another outing. Warren had his Suzuki RGV 250SP out for a spin after sorting out a few radiator problems. Ross's lovely candy red Cobra seems to be running really nicely now, although he says it still has an intense thirst for the amber liquid. Good to see Grant out on his Suzuki GT250 with his colour matched T500 friend out being fettled by Rich. It is amazing how different a reconditioned motor's tuning is to its former worn out self! Another bike of note was Glen who decided his Ducat Desmosedici needed at outing, and what a treat that was. The little girl in Ashhurst who blocked her ears as we went passed wasn't of the same mind but for a machine from 2007/8 the technology it is incredible. No wonder it is already an appreciating classic. Bruce also brought along his latest purchase, a very sparkly Yamaha XJ 1300. A very nice bike that some say out Bandits a Bandit? With a few cosmetics on his H2 at the painters being redone, Al had his trusty Harley Sportster out for a spin. The other 'Bears' bikes included Ray on his BMW R850, Dave on his Guzzi, Bruce on Beemer 800. Rounding this off was the GSR and Ian on his W650.</span></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We decided on a run out to the east after heading out to Ashhurst, Vally Road, Colyton, Makino Road, Stanway, Halcombe and into Feilding for our cafe stop. The Rosebowl is a popular destination for the crew with its space for parking out the back and its great food and beverages. The conversation around the table agreed that the run was a good one for the 'classic bikes' with a manageable pace and distance over some interesting and not too busy backroads. After the cafe some of us popped around to Ross's place to lend a hand with an engine extraction. He is currently working on some lovely bikes at the moment with the Kawasaki S3 nearly there and an RD350 nearly all there as well. He has been busy! </div><div style="text-align: left;">A great EoMR, and looking forward to the VJMC 'gathering' this coming weekend.</div><div style="text-align: left;">See you there.</div><div style="text-align: left;">PS</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Roll call<br />Ray - BMW R850R<br />Roger - Benelli 2502c<br />Warren - Suzuki RGV250 SP<br />Paul D - Kawasaki H2<br />Ross - Suzuki Cobra<br />Ian - Kawasaki W650<br />Alan - Harley Davidson Sportster<br />Bruce A - BMW F800 GS<br />Grant - Suzuki GT250A<br />Glen - Ducati Desmosedici RR<br />Dave - Moto Guzzi V7 Special 850<br />Bruce S - Yamaha XJR 1300<br />Rich - Suzuki T500<br />Gary - Suzuki GSR 750</div><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-74970775169761729982022-02-25T11:03:00.000+13:002022-02-25T11:03:07.274+13:00First Blue Haze EoMR Ride 2022<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2825" data-original-width="3406" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwOKAna1YoRzQ3B1AIVSwj7U_jNRbXLHcFxlaCN21wCWO4Cqk2yNUL7k2W6Tiw02WOUS4WN6Ub7ydciBAHfqBqcpVXQh4Eo4EYV95chIJwQ-3iKS5x3Cz9U31ktucrYmYLBmVWQJzUDJvUTvK_inBmbu23znPsbZIIXXK_NJN0mNiSBN91xk5Qmlaa=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5LdE60DvaRE" width="320" youtube-src-id="5LdE60DvaRE"></iframe></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> The first end of month ride for 2022 saw 15 bikes and riders line up for a short run around the Manawatu/Horowhenua countryside. It was great to see Stuart out 're-fettling' his Water Bus again and also some other smokers making an appearance. Roger was out with his Benelli 2c and Grant had his similar era Suzuki GT250A out for its first run with the Haze as well. Sticking with the 250's, John brought out his Aprilia RS250 and what a wonderful example of how two stroke technology progressed well into the nineties. It was also good to see Paul D out on his immaculate H2 and it was running beautifully as always. Rich decided his T500 needed a descent run after an engine rebuild with Steve on his Kawasaki H1a out again for a spin. Also great to have Glen on his ruby red CBX 1000. Graham had his ever reliable GB 400 Honda out as well and John Rs BMW R60/6 out on familiar roads with Errol on his immaculate Triumph Bonneville enjoying the outing. Max's Yamaha FZR 750 was as fresh looking as always and the moderns on the ride had Bruce on a Ducati Monster, Ray on his triumph Tiger and yours truely on the GSR 750 Suzuki. All up, 15 of us meet at Memorial Park.<br /><br /><span style="text-align: left;">The route for the ride was a short run from Palmy out to Ashhurst, Aokautere and then onto our final destination in Shannon. The first stop at Ashhurst saw no problems and the diverse sounds of the bikes as they left for the run down to Aokautere was music to the ears. From Glens melodious six cylinder CBX to the triple two strokes turbine like whine and the two stroke twins unique rumble. Mix this in with the Grahams GB thumper and the other four stroke twins, triples and fours it made for quite a parade of sounds going down the road. The Aokautere stop passed without incident and it wasn't until Linton a familiar teal coloured motorcycle was spotted near the air hose at the petrol station. This is one of the really good reasons why riding in a group is a great idea. Help is not far away. Luckily for Stuart he was able to get a hold of his wife who came and rescued him.What did that cost you Stu? </span></div><p>Further on down the road another familiar bike was spotted on the side of the road. Errols Triumph had decided it didn't need its tools and side cover, but luckily this was discovered early in the piece and all was retrieved. After eventually getting to The Horseman's Cafe and good cuppa, a bun and putting the world right it was time to go home. Thanks for a great morning out guy's.</p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-60598262728675529722022-02-22T22:14:00.000+13:002022-02-22T22:14:02.167+13:00Living the Dream<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhzaUfYWTfUM5VjPF6a3hMYOZqRIMcpZOj3xZrQSO3MH5bzNkwrv09w-xNcSkSTDM_LRIDJhE5jp-ZySL_MxbuFxlkXRPJB_4tUIvza8vdFYGITQfc8KqU_5o1zk5yYvfXCW5uP2r46sd0s6lvra4mNYdAO-Q5acmz779pn5JXgPpvs8cG5-9HBYxRV=s4352" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhzaUfYWTfUM5VjPF6a3hMYOZqRIMcpZOj3xZrQSO3MH5bzNkwrv09w-xNcSkSTDM_LRIDJhE5jp-ZySL_MxbuFxlkXRPJB_4tUIvza8vdFYGITQfc8KqU_5o1zk5yYvfXCW5uP2r46sd0s6lvra4mNYdAO-Q5acmz779pn5JXgPpvs8cG5-9HBYxRV=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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So a few weekends ago Memorial Park saw a group of us assembled and ready for a quiet meander south. Our cafe stop was going to be at Sam's Cafe and Bakery at Foxton but with a little bit of time on our hands we decided on a westward meander before heading south. We were soon on our way through our usual haunts of Colyton and around the back of Feilding and onto Makino Rd. We had decided on a stop at Stanway Hall and a time check. A shorter route to Foxton was decided on and after passing through Halcombe and Mt Stewart we arrived in Foxton.<p></p><p>It was here that we were joined by Warren on his recently roadworthy Suzuki T20. He has decided on keeping its original patina and it certainly looked the part in the carpark outside the cafe. After our cuppa we were on our way to Shannon and it was here one got to see the T20 in its natural habitat. It looked so small! Warren is a tall chap and this certainly emphasised this, but amongst the other bikes on the ride it looked petit. It was also very spritely and had little trouble keeping the speed limit. It was a great segue into the BBQ and the treat we were in for. Most of us hadn't been to Barry's new place, but had heard interesting reports. We were about to see for ourselves.</p><p>Barry has been a passionate member of the VJMC for many years and his collection of bikes is legendary amongst the community. He currently has a number bikes on show in the Pero museum in Christchurch and has always shown many of his bikes over the years in shows up and down the country. The last record of his collection was from a previous <a href="https://bluehaze-gazza.blogspot.com/2014/05/bazzas-shed-raid.html" target="_blank">BBQ/shed raid </a>a number of years ago when he was living in Wellington. And how things have changed! Besides all of us being a smidgen older, Barry has well and truly found a place and space where he is able to indulge his passion for heritage 'objects'. The last visit saw all sorts of things squished into all sorts of nook's and crannies His new place has allowed him to spread out and display all sorts of treasures. He well and truly deserves his 'museum plate'. The photographs above only show a part of what we saw. Yes, a real treat.</p><p>Then there was the BBQ! He invited a wide range of people from the north and south. It was great to catch up with a number of Wellington VJMC members and there partners. Some of them brought along there older bikes and very soon the driveway was awash with people and bikes with plenty of discussions around the finer points of Vintage Japanese motorcycle restorations. It was interesting to see Warren after spotting some T20 bits on Barry's workbench take the opportunity to compare the carbs to his own. He found out one of the carbs was incorrect and this nicely illustrates one of the great things about belonging to such a group. The mixture of helpful expertise and camaraderie around a common interest definitely adds to ones quality of life, and Barry and Debs BBQ was a nice way to celebrate this. </p><p>After being well fed and watered it was time to head north and to home. A big thank you to Barry and Debs for the 'bit of a do' and keep on living the dream Barry and sharing it with us from time to time.</p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-67532987978283586432022-01-05T11:54:00.000+13:002022-01-05T11:54:49.530+13:00New Years Eve Triple Play<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJ_WdwjNWEDDq3_DlBvfg68QzDi0Q2oMCiio-I-G4unhoqPhaLLw7bHgDWH4wgKR3ye__yXEoY6sdmyzKca4JIzroYaDmHzQSFvnn2oTJjCbhz1HaGPQVJmjcMOl6oueGoALMBdkdn3XonIwBaktWz1sfyNB6mmjYulyiUxOx45nTdiPJQOSsGwCdB=s4199" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2548" data-original-width="4199" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJ_WdwjNWEDDq3_DlBvfg68QzDi0Q2oMCiio-I-G4unhoqPhaLLw7bHgDWH4wgKR3ye__yXEoY6sdmyzKca4JIzroYaDmHzQSFvnn2oTJjCbhz1HaGPQVJmjcMOl6oueGoALMBdkdn3XonIwBaktWz1sfyNB6mmjYulyiUxOx45nTdiPJQOSsGwCdB=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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With the weather treating us so well over Christmas, what are we to do? How about a little scoot around the country lanes to keep a few two strokes in tune and round it off with some food and dink? The word went out that the following morning would see a few triples of the two stroke variety gather at Memorial Park for a short run out around the neighbourhood, with a meeting time of a very civilised 10:00 am. <p></p><p>It was a good turnout for such short notice, and it was pleasing to see said triples were in abundance. Sir Al had his H2 out for a spin with Alan S riding it whilst Al sufficed with his Sporty. Good to see Paul D out on his immaculate blue H2, and rounding out the Kawasaki triples was PC on his S3a 400. Dion raised the flag for the eighties triples with his Honda NS400R. It was great to see it out after a hiatus as Dion focused on racing. Other bikes and riders who were out for the run included Brent on his big block Harley, and like many he has just about got his Kawasaki A7 sorted and ready for the road. Gary A was out on his BMW 650GS with the news that his Honda CX500 is having its insides sorted out by some one in the know. Paul H was out on his Moto Guzzi Le Mans. Nothing like seeing it cranking over two 500cc pistons at startup and bellowing into life. Graham was out on his Triumph T120 and he is really enjoying it after he had the suspension 'tuned'. Bruce S had his 996 Ducati out for a needed spin and leaving his RG250 at home. Rich was out on the Strom again after doing a couple of thousand kay's on it wandering around the North Island just before Christmas. Yours truly had the GSR out for a pre New Year wander.</p><p>We were soon on our way with Sir Al taking the lead and heading off towards Stoney Creek road. What he hadn't realised was the difficulty some of us were having getting onto Main street with a significant amount of traffic heading for town. The delay meant we got split up, but at least we knew the final destination was in Ashhurst. We made our way to the Fusion Cafe that was ...... closed. After backtracking the group came together at Colyton where the decision was made to head to Murrays Bar and Restaurant where a drink and food was enjoyed by all.</p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-66991865731372481842021-12-30T17:56:00.000+13:002021-12-30T17:56:16.626+13:00A Kawasaki H1a makes an appearance at the November EoMR.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhIKZ1hxRO1sn2kDArijXgyk4DG3X9ouzTTbw2uesRH-8pPqdp_zwSS8zzL4psdS2sUGVBjUZWpMv6Zcn_yzQpKBYiP9efk9tmWzZ2Xh37E8nCd-Jsr8kDHAmIsf7BDg43ps8d2OJNAVBbPTVVn9m2QpbU98jtKBPYjRHM5wAHCUFqkdC91X--ukk5z=s3766" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2414" data-original-width="3766" height="205" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhIKZ1hxRO1sn2kDArijXgyk4DG3X9ouzTTbw2uesRH-8pPqdp_zwSS8zzL4psdS2sUGVBjUZWpMv6Zcn_yzQpKBYiP9efk9tmWzZ2Xh37E8nCd-Jsr8kDHAmIsf7BDg43ps8d2OJNAVBbPTVVn9m2QpbU98jtKBPYjRHM5wAHCUFqkdC91X--ukk5z=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Here we are in December and summer has finally arrived and the riding season is well underway. To celebrate the crossover from spring to summer, the 31st of November saw a very healthy lineup of bikes at Memorial Park. It was good to see more than a few pre 80's bikes brought out of their sheds to enjoy a spin around the country block. A new bike amongst this lineup was a Kawasaki H1a, just like the Revell model kit I had back in the day. (It was my first model kit with real chrome!)</p><p>The Kawasaki H1A has a Legendary reputation in the minds of many. It is often known as the original Widow maker and for many young men at the time the transition from a humble BSA Bantam or Suzuki M15 certainly challenged their mortality. One has to remember that it was at this time the word Superbike was gestating as bikes like the H1 and Honda 750 burst onto the scene. They represented a quantum shift in motorcycle markets around the world as the Japanese applied there growing engineering and mass production expertise to the motorcycle market. The Kawasaki H1 was primarily designed for the American market and going from stoplight to stoplight. For those of us in New Zealand we certainly had a lot more corners readily available in our countryside and its chassis limits were soon found. It was great to have one along for our recent end of month ride this last November. It has been a while since we have had one out on a run with us. It is good to see that he is doing the bike up to ride and making it look the part as and when needed or when parts become available at the right price. Sounds a lot like how things were back in the day when budgets were tight.</p><p>Alongside Steve's H1 we had Warren on his Suzuki Cobra, resplendent in all its black and chrome glory. Definitely a contemporary and it just predates A perfect companion for Steves H1a and Allan and Kim on their H2's certainly added to this as well. The H2 is very much the epitome of this with its fearsome reputation for being the 'other widow maker' as it tore through fuel and dominated senior production racing for sometime. This was even after the Z1 arrived on the scene. Definitely the apex of large 2-stroke air cooled development and along with the Suzuki GT750. Two stroke development did move on for a while and Bruce S's RG250 is a wonderful example of this from the early 80's with the use of water cooling allowing for even more power to be extracted from the 2 stroke engine configuration. It is not often one sees such a group of motorcycles of this ilk out on the street these days and it does provide a very special nostalgia experience that others came along to enjoy on the day.</p><p>Along for the run we had a great supporting collage of bikes and riders. There was definitely something teutonic in the lineup of support bikes for the ride with John on his trusty R60/6, Dave on Grant's GS100 Dakar, Grant on his R100R, Ray on his recently acquired R850R and Gary on his F650GS. The Suzuki Bandits were also well represented with Max, Stuart and Bruce C wafting along on there steads and Rich and myself rounding out the modern Suzuki contingent on a GSR 750 and a Vstrom 650</p><p>Our run for the morning took us from Memorial Park out to Hiwinui, Colyton, Valley Rd and finally to our first stop at the Ashhurst Domain carpark. After a regroup and natter we were on our way again to our final destination, Shannon, and a much anticipated cup of tea or coffee. It was just as well sir Al phone through to the Horsemans Cafe to warn them that a large group were coming through. there were fifteen of us overall with some leaving early and others coming later in the ride, but a great turnout for our final outing of the year. </p><p>And what a year it has been, with another round of Covid lockdowns. We have managed to fit in some great EoMR's amongst this and the usual weather challenges. Our Tuesday nights at The Cobb are still proving to be popular, so it looks like more of the same for next year. </p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-67383031305898106812021-11-07T22:16:00.000+13:002021-11-07T22:16:10.116+13:00October End of Month Ride<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7NCPfcRtUtI/YYeY8-DILiI/AAAAAAACWDo/ZwjZq_QVNcAbywfEgQlh_VA1BISr6i1GgCPcBGAsYHg/s4118/190E9F62-B8A2-4828-A441-7068ACFD3547.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2477" data-original-width="4118" height="192" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7NCPfcRtUtI/YYeY8-DILiI/AAAAAAACWDo/ZwjZq_QVNcAbywfEgQlh_VA1BISr6i1GgCPcBGAsYHg/s320/190E9F62-B8A2-4828-A441-7068ACFD3547.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N9z1nFmYFuc/YYeY85jFlHI/AAAAAAACWDo/B_BejHhfJ24QFovGGTaunV8WNMwYQwIFQCPcBGAsYHg/s3841/9A4D60BC-10EE-4D2F-B458-D4B2EE69852F.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="3379" height="275" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l92w-byBoMA/YYeY84kjyzI/AAAAAAACWDo/MMEvEwysdbs7IPnJrMBj5BQ9mylgmxteACPcBGAsYHg/s320/5A7C4865-18F8-443D-BC58-BCF08452423B.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2slwUF_tprs" width="320" youtube-src-id="2slwUF_tprs"></iframe></div><p>The weather was looking a bit dodgy for our October end of month ride. Crossed finger's and a positive weather outlook were rewarded with a very windy but fine morning for a ride. Yours truely pulled the T500 out of the shed for a run down to Memorial Park and after topping up the tank headed to our meeting spot and was greeted by Bruce C and Stuart. Bruces gold GT750 glistened in the sun and it wasn't long until a couple of gold H2's joined him with Sir Al and Kim onboard. Gary A turned up on his ever reliable CX500 and the distinctive Suzuki GT exhaust rattle had Barry on board his red 550 park up as well. Bruce S's RG250 made its first appearance and what a treat for the ears and eye's. Dave R rumbled up on his brand new Guzzi Le Mans replacement. He treated himself to a brand new Guzzi V7 III. Paul brought his Moto Guzzi Le Mans Mk4 out for a run having recently sorted out a few gremlins. Max brought along his Yamaha FZ750 for a spin and it was very smart in it's white and red livery. Stuart was out on his KLE 500 whilst his GT750 is in for engine surgery. Rich's Mighty T is almost fettled </p><p>We were soon heading for our humble destination for the morning, Foxton. Yours truely ducked into home and did a bike swap with the T500 not quite fettled enough for an extended open road run into what turned out to be a very stiff westerly breeze. Sam's Bakery was reached through a variety of back roads and interesting to see the gradual increase of 80 kay speed limits appearing on different sections of road. It was lovely to sit outside in the sun and munch on a chicken sandwich and talk motorcycles. Also nice to be out and and about with some old Japanese classics on a fine spring day. The only unfortunate incident was Gary A's CX500 decided to make a few extra noises when we arrived at Sam's and Dave R lent assistance with a trailer. We still haven't heard any diagnosis as to the cause of the noises, but hopefully nothing to drastic.</p><p>Roll call</p><p>Max - Yamaha FZ750</p><p>Sir Al - Kawasaki H2</p><p>Gary W - Suzuki T500/Suzuki GSR750</p><p>Bruce S - Suzuki RG250</p><p>Bruce C - Suzuki GT750</p><p>Barry - Suzuki GT550</p><p>Gary A - Honda CX500</p><p>Kim - Kawasaki H2</p><p>Rich - Suzuki 650Vstrom</p><p>Dave R - MotoGuzzi 850 V7 Special</p><p>Paul - Moto Guzzi LeMans 1000</p><p>Stuart - Kawasaki KLE500</p><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7238979979900094174.post-35786320431485596542021-10-24T23:36:00.000+13:002021-10-24T23:36:54.757+13:00Why would you ever want to own a CBX 1000?<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UT2XfLh0TO8/YXUnjjciNwI/AAAAAAACVRI/uMcLfjSaINYeIDUYtvXFfMsFspX2ZBesACPcBGAsYHg/s4352/A7F08688-6722-4D78-A404-E6206AB468C0.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4352" data-original-width="2904" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UT2XfLh0TO8/YXUnjjciNwI/AAAAAAACVRI/uMcLfjSaINYeIDUYtvXFfMsFspX2ZBesACPcBGAsYHg/s320/A7F08688-6722-4D78-A404-E6206AB468C0.jpeg" width="214" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S-6sjaRqoQA/YXUnjpbOX0I/AAAAAAACVRI/hlsy63QCNCoX9pOcGoDqPVQa2ZQfcup7QCPcBGAsYHg/s4352/526AAFFD-3B07-4D3A-8913-721D28C8D06D.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1792" data-original-width="4352" height="132" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S-6sjaRqoQA/YXUnjpbOX0I/AAAAAAACVRI/hlsy63QCNCoX9pOcGoDqPVQa2ZQfcup7QCPcBGAsYHg/s320/526AAFFD-3B07-4D3A-8913-721D28C8D06D.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Qrg2ixSkXt8/YXUnjmBa2_I/AAAAAAACVRI/XyVVMQ5t040SJbmNdkF_4nrF0Ge3YK2OACPcBGAsYHg/s4352/363EE93F-6001-4AEB-9C94-FA61527AE377.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2904" data-original-width="4352" height="214" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Qrg2ixSkXt8/YXUnjmBa2_I/AAAAAAACVRI/XyVVMQ5t040SJbmNdkF_4nrF0Ge3YK2OACPcBGAsYHg/s320/363EE93F-6001-4AEB-9C94-FA61527AE377.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zhECKL221mM/YXUnjn8A9II/AAAAAAACVRI/FdmhtG0kEsAD-Ctj67x8JRCuwdH34b_2ACPcBGAsYHg/s3847/8AFE8271-52AD-4E52-9025-D2011E7CEBBC.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2303" data-original-width="3847" height="192" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zhECKL221mM/YXUnjn8A9II/AAAAAAACVRI/FdmhtG0kEsAD-Ctj67x8JRCuwdH34b_2ACPcBGAsYHg/s320/8AFE8271-52AD-4E52-9025-D2011E7CEBBC.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zmc50iEl-Zw/YXUnjokxYXI/AAAAAAACVRI/qyzCpTYGBn4UIloDllGCISwpnZjY4j97QCPcBGAsYHg/s4352/F24FB766-F2C3-4565-A795-130731DD8196.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2583" data-original-width="4352" height="190" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zmc50iEl-Zw/YXUnjokxYXI/AAAAAAACVRI/qyzCpTYGBn4UIloDllGCISwpnZjY4j97QCPcBGAsYHg/s320/F24FB766-F2C3-4565-A795-130731DD8196.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D7UGBC6thl8/YXUnjpCQAsI/AAAAAAACVRI/mF0kx50CC_Ei4gWkxgxejrZdzwbcLK3GwCPcBGAsYHg/s4352/9E4FA97F-8517-4BE7-80C3-300163F23B34.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2103" data-original-width="4352" height="155" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D7UGBC6thl8/YXUnjpCQAsI/AAAAAAACVRI/mF0kx50CC_Ei4gWkxgxejrZdzwbcLK3GwCPcBGAsYHg/s320/9E4FA97F-8517-4BE7-80C3-300163F23B34.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/00wFAUsohA4" width="320" youtube-src-id="00wFAUsohA4"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">There is something about the sound of a Honda CBX 1000 that makes some mature men weak at the knees. Fours, twins, triples and singles make interesting noises, but sixes have that extra something that is more than just extra cylinders. Last weekend saw a small gathering of The Clans at our usual spot at Memorial Park when a new sound was heard pulling up to the assembled bikes. It was Glen on a rather red and rather chromy Honda CBX 1000. After checking our intentions for a ride he popped off for some petrol and was soon back ready to role.</span></div><p></p><p>We were soon on our way with Gary A volunteering an interesting route through the Hopelands area and on to one of our favourite cafe's, The Windmill cafe in Woodville. We were soon on our way over the busy Pahiatua Track and Gary had us snaking our way through a myriad of back country roads once we left Pahiatua's town boundary. we eventually popped out just south of Woodville and were soon sitting outside the Windmill Cafe shooting the breeze mostly on matters to do with motorcycles.</p><p>Glen shared his youthful fascination with motorcycles and the awe he had for the six cylinder CBX 1000 when it came out in the late seventies. He never got around to owning one. Until now that is. He is 'scratching that itch' and now has a big tick next to CBX 1000 on his bucket list. </p><p>Following along behind Glen it was wonderful to see and hear the CBX on song. Are they the ultimate street bike of the seventies? For many yes. With its sophisticated mixture of in your face mechanical engineering mixed with candy paint and chrome it certainly stands out. Even today. These bikes are becoming increasingly valuable so it is great to see one out and about being used. I do believe that amongst our group there is another one hiding away in a garage. Now wouldn't it be wonderful to hear two of them wandering around the countryside together? Eh PC?</p><p>Role call</p><p>Ray - Triumph 900 Tiger</p><p>John - BMW 600</p><p>Glen - Honda CBX 1000</p><p>Rich - Suzuki 650 Vstrom</p><p>Gary A - BMW GS650</p><p>Gary W - Suzuki GSR 750</p><p><br /></p>Gazzahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15427100311872560290noreply@blogger.com0