Wog57 Memorial FJ rally 14th March 2015

[oz.fj]

Though I doubt there will be more bikes on the trailer when we get home than when we started (Darran).

That's the beauty of trailering to the rally. Once she has been amerced in the whole Fj experience.
On the long trip home in the car she will find herself (out of boredom at first) looking on ebay.....

Next thing you know she is having to park her car on the street to make room for the new addition to the stable

BUT... just be prepared for the new pony. Apparently 3 FJ's = 1 pony

[The General]

Hmmmmm....link is acting up...try again  http://www.flixxy.com/zaouli-de-manfla-mask-dance-of-the-ivory-coast.htm

I don't know where you find them Doug - though I wouldn't mind that bloke's suspension on the back of the FJ.

Maaaaate!....That`s not suspension.....THIS is suspension: http://www.suspensionshop.org/galleries-sidecar-cross.php (scroll down for the action.)

The good news is I may have the sidecar with me at Grafton and it`s registered ta carry three people!......though you may need to get in training so this might help http://bmwmotorcycletech.info/sidecarbasics.htm ....interesting debate about countersteering at the end that calls for more research!)
But as mentioned before I prefer you wear well muffled helmets.   (for protection of MY ears!)

Note for Darran:  1 horse trailer = 1 sidecar trailer.   

[oz.fj]

I spoke to the lovely Sandy from the http://www.crownhotelmotel.com/ during the week. She informed me that there are still a couple of rooms available.
So if you haven't booked do so because time is a ticken !

5 WEEKS TO GO

[X-Ray]

Our location for the weekend https://www.google.com.au/maps/place/1+Prince+St,+Grafton+NSW+2460/@-29.6951435,152.9354231,4848m/data=      Go to earth view, very nice.
Haven't been to Grafton for a while but there is A LOT of nice countryside to explore.  Woohooooooo.  

(Need money for new rear shock, need money for new front discs,  eeekkkkkk!!! )  

[Pelly]

Julie and I will be coming for the ride on Saturday but not sure we can stay for the night. Hopefully Pete with the black 88 will tag along too. See you early Saturday morning for the line up and ride.

[Chromaxe]

BUT... just be prepared for the new pony. Apparently 3 FJ's = 1 pony
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I'm so glad Nicky doesn't read this forum.... just finished booking accom up and back. Can't wait..

Wed 11 - Wangaratta - Outlaws
Thu 12 - Dubbo
Fri/Sat - Grafton
Sun/Mon - Magenta??? Resort?? last time she got to fly back from Sydney...
Tue - Canberra

[The General]

Julie and I will be coming for the ride on Saturday but not sure we can stay for the night. Hopefully Pete with the black 88 will tag along too. See you early Saturday morning for the line up and ride.

Jason & Julie from Coffs!       Mates, really look`n forward to catch`n up with you guys! (Anyone else coming from that culdesac?).

I`m not the only one that will never forget how we met, (and tha resulting detour!) http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=7648.msg80021#msg80021   

[oz.fj]

So Who's going.... add your name to the list

Darran & Danielle - oz.fj
Richard & Julie - roverfj1200
Glen & Nicky (does she know yet?)- Chromaxe
Ray & Alena -  X-Ray
Dougie - The General
Harvy - will be coming down from Lismore with my mate Greame
Stu and possibly Sue - stua1959
Mark - Urban Legend (hometown advantage
Trent & Jodie - LB
Pete (oldktmdude) Alf (ZRX1200) & Peter ('88 FJ)
Noel
Noel
Noel
Noel ( I have a conflicting arrangement that keeps changing)
Tony - Tony Mac
Cheal + 1

[oz.fj]

With the Rally only 3 weeks away thought I'd make some travel plans...

Those coming down from the north I was thinking of meeting up at Beaudesert Mcdonalds car park at around 9:30am on Friday morning. That would give us plenty of time for a leisurely jaunt down the Summerland Way and be at the bar with your favourite beverage in hand no later than 4 o'clock.

[The General]

Looking for raffle prizes. Anyone wanting to donate this one after they`ve read it? 

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Bike-Australia-Motorcycle-Magazine-Sept-Oct-1988-ZX10-Guzzi-NTX-FJ1200-/231237559869?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item35d6d5263d

Already got a chook, bike bits and even an FJR. Not sure if the Good guys will donate a clothes dryer (with that free delivery Australia wide) this year, but looks like the donor of the Gym equipment is in again!   

(All Bow).....The Ashes is being escorted through a number of states as we speak. PM me for a chance to touch it en route. Grafton Police will be escorting it in to the civic reception on Friday. Security will be on alert on both sides at all times, especially when on the Bar! (Tamper proof GPS ankle bracelet available for those concerned....yeah Dash, it will fit him!)

[roverfj1200]

I don't think it has been mentioned here yet.


Bike line up and photos will start at 9 am.

Most likely near the river out front of the Hotel..


The ride for lunch will leave after this.

Cheers

[Chromaxe]

** Blood is thicker than Brake Fluid **

It really pains me to make this post - now I truly understand the meaning of "bitter sweet" - Nicolle and I won't be able to get there this coming weekend. 
My son Michael's U13 cricket team has made it into the Grand Final next Sat & Sun - The Rally Weekend. 
In June last year when hotel bookings were made he didn't have much of any interest in cricket, let alone play in a team (yes I realise it was footy season then, but I hope you know what I mean). 
We will drive up and use the accommodation I booked for the trip home... Richard, I'll fix you up for t-shirt postage... 
I'll contact the hotel tomorrow or Tuesday and let them know - if anyone is looking for a room at Rally HQ - there will be a river room available soon... PM me if you want me to mention it/you to Sandy at the Hotel soonest. 
Missing the lot of you already... Pete (olkktmdude), I can hear you coming past me at 60kph overtake in my mindseye - no need to check mirrors. 
Take care all and a great (and safe) weekend!  - Glen & Nicky 

[roverfj1200]

** Blood is thicker than Brake Fluid **

It really pains me to make this post - now I truly understand the meaning of "bitter sweet" - Nicolle and I won't be able to get there this coming weekend. 
My son Michael's U13 cricket team has made it into the Grand Final next Sat & Sun - The Rally Weekend. 
In June last year when hotel bookings were made he didn't have much of any interest in cricket, let alone play in a team (yes I realise it was footy season then, but I hope you know what I mean). 
We will drive up and use the accommodation I booked for the trip home... Richard, I'll fix you up for t-shirt postage... 
I'll contact the hotel tomorrow or Tuesday and let them know - if anyone is looking for a room at Rally HQ - there will be a river room available soon... PM me if you want me to mention it/you to Sandy at the Hotel soonest. 
Missing the lot of you already... Pete (olkktmdude), I can hear you coming past me at 60kph overtake in my mindseye - no need to check mirrors. 
Take care all and a great (and safe) weekend!  - Glen & Nicky 

That's sad but awesome news fingers crossed the game goes well..

[stua1959]

That's a shame Glen, was looking forward to catching up but family comes first.

[The General]

Congratulations Michael. Please send live cricket commentary for me to pass on. Will miss you guys. Look forward to catching up at Easter`s Broadford Bike Bonanza.