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Nowra Shed Day

Started by Troyskie, August 17, 2019, 02:48:56 AM

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Sparky84

#75
September 15, 2019, 12:55:41 AM
https://www.gentlemansride.com/rides/australia/nowra

Should we enter the FJ's or don't they qualify as a DG ride?
1984 FJ1100
1979 Kawasaki Z1300
1972 Honda CB750/4 K2

Troyskie

#76
September 17, 2019, 04:05:29 AM
Dyno update:
ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOO --- Cost:
First run - $100
Subsequent runs - $50

Simon suggested a Saturday 0900 start and a 1300-1400 finish.
1984 FJ1100 Ms Effie brand new :)
1984 FJ1100 Pearlie, stock as.
1985 FJ1100 Mr Effie 647,000K and still running hard.
1985 FJ1200 'Yummy' takes a licking & keeps on ticking
2013 Trumpy Tiger 800, let's do another lap of Oz

After all is said and done, more is said than done :)

Troyskie

#77
September 17, 2019, 04:07:21 AM
Quote from: Sparky84 on September 15, 2019, 12:55:41 AM
https://www.gentlemansride.com/rides/australia/nowra

Should we enter the FJ's or don't they qualify as a DG ride?

When you see some of the outfits, I think the FJ is quite distinguished  :wacko2:
1984 FJ1100 Ms Effie brand new :)
1984 FJ1100 Pearlie, stock as.
1985 FJ1100 Mr Effie 647,000K and still running hard.
1985 FJ1200 'Yummy' takes a licking & keeps on ticking
2013 Trumpy Tiger 800, let's do another lap of Oz

After all is said and done, more is said than done :)

Troyskie

#78
September 17, 2019, 04:10:32 AM
Quote from: Troyskie on September 17, 2019, 04:05:29 AM
Dyno update:
ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOO --- Cost:
First run - $100
Subsequent runs - $50

Simon suggested a Saturday 0900 start and a 1300-1400 finish.
Whoops, 1200-1300 finish!!!!!!
:Facepalm:
1984 FJ1100 Ms Effie brand new :)
1984 FJ1100 Pearlie, stock as.
1985 FJ1100 Mr Effie 647,000K and still running hard.
1985 FJ1200 'Yummy' takes a licking & keeps on ticking
2013 Trumpy Tiger 800, let's do another lap of Oz

After all is said and done, more is said than done :)

fj-f3a

#79
September 17, 2019, 06:55:05 PM
Quote from: Troyskie on September 17, 2019, 04:10:32 AM
Quote from: Troyskie on September 17, 2019, 04:05:29 AM
Dyno update:
ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOD --- ALL GOOO --- Cost:
First run - $100
Subsequent runs - $50

Simon suggested a Saturday 0900 start and a 1300-1400 finish.
Whoops, 1200-1300 finish!!!!!!
:Facepalm:

Fantastic news Troy.
My best plan would be to ride from home direct (well, maybe not direct. I mean, Via a "Decent Motorcycle Route.") to the Dyno and meet up there.
So, the exact location / address of the Dyno would be appreciated.
T minus 10 and counting. (that's minus 9 for most)

Gavin

Wings Level

Current
1990 FJ1200, Wet Pale Brown
J17xMT5.5 rear wheel from a 2001 Kawasaki Zx9r
Stainless exhausts
Electronic cruise control
Custom seat
Yamaha R6 Blue Spot Callipers
FJR1300 Master Cylinder
Stainless brake lines

Troyskie

#80
September 17, 2019, 08:18:00 PM
Here's the address:
Jobson Motorsport
Units 3&4 no, 35 Cumberland Avenue, South Nowra NSW 2541
1984 FJ1100 Ms Effie brand new :)
1984 FJ1100 Pearlie, stock as.
1985 FJ1100 Mr Effie 647,000K and still running hard.
1985 FJ1200 'Yummy' takes a licking & keeps on ticking
2013 Trumpy Tiger 800, let's do another lap of Oz

After all is said and done, more is said than done :)

X-Ray

#81
September 21, 2019, 10:08:07 PM
Just plotting out our route from Brisbane, think we have it all checked. Brisbane to Tamworth first day, then Tamworth to Bathurst Thursday, then an easy 4 hour drive to Creighton Manor on Friday. Hopefully the track is not closed yet in preparation for the big race in a few weeks, really want to take the Patrol on a couple of laps  :good2: :biggrin:
'94 FJ1200 Wet Pale Brown
'93 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver
'84 FJ1100 Red/White

'91 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver ( Now Sold)
'92 FJ1200 Project/Resto Dark Violet/Silver (Now Sold)






For photos of my rear wheel swap, heres the link  https://www.flickr.com/gp/150032671@N02/62k3KZ

krusty

#82
September 21, 2019, 11:15:52 PM
I did a recce drive up to Wauchope from Belmont on Thursday (for our VJMC overnighter) to see how much of the old Pacific Highway is left. Result - not much. Took the Buckets Way just north of Raymond Terrace then took a right at Booral which took me back to the highway just short of Buladelah. This is a road that I haven't been on in years as it was pretty rough. Happy to say its now a good road. Spent a bit of time in The National MC Museum at Nabiac. They have a very nice, low K, FJ1100 since I was last there. Also saw a beautifully restored 68 DT1. I have one of those in the shed patiently waiting its turn (which may never come).
Returned home via Oxley H'way and Thunderbolt's Way. The bush fire coming down the mountain to Barrington had only just been put out. Strong smell of burnt bush. Also there was a strong smell of brake pads and linings from the ute in front of me and even some smoke! Eke! It was fun punting the turbo Forester through the twisties. Did not see one patrol car until back on Buckets Way at Gloucester.
Have a good Shed Day.
91 FJ1200
84 FJ1100 x 2
85 FJ1100
89 GL1500
76 CB750F1
72 CB350F
63 C92 x 2
59 C76
62 C100
63 C100
60 Colleda 250TA x 3
63 Suzuki MD50
77 DT125E
77 DT175E x 2
79 DT250F

Sparky84

#83
September 22, 2019, 03:23:23 AM
Quote from: krusty on September 21, 2019, 11:15:52 PMSpent a bit of time in The National MC Museum at Nabiac. They have a very nice, low K, FJ1100 since I was last there.
Have a good Shed Day.
That's right, you missed the Museum at the Rally, is the FJ still the second one in from the start?
Not sure whether they rank them from the cheapest at the start  :sarcastic:

You have a good and safe Oxley weekend (lets hope there's no strong winds about) they even have table and chairs with cover near Mt Seaview turn off. (I don't think it was there last March)

1984 FJ1100
1979 Kawasaki Z1300
1972 Honda CB750/4 K2

ribbert

#84
September 22, 2019, 07:06:20 AM
For those intrepid souls making their way to Nowra this weekend, this is an actual shot from Troy's driveway in the middle of the day, before the 'roos get busy around dusk.



Don't be late!

Noel
"Tell a wise man something he doesn't know and he'll thank you, tell a fool something he doesn't know and he'll abuse you"

ribbert

#85
September 22, 2019, 07:10:24 AM
Quote from: X-Ray on September 21, 2019, 10:08:07 PM
Just plotting out our route from Brisbane, think we have it all checked. Brisbane to Tamworth first day, then Tamworth to Bathurst Thursday, then an easy 4 hour drive to Creighton Manor on Friday. Hopefully the track is not closed yet in preparation for the big race in a few weeks, really want to take the Patrol on a couple of laps  :good2: :biggrin:

I've plotted mine: Get on bike in Melbourne, get off bike in Nowra.

Noel
"Tell a wise man something he doesn't know and he'll thank you, tell a fool something he doesn't know and he'll abuse you"

Troyskie

#86
September 23, 2019, 08:02:22 AM
I'm plotting mine as well.

Just have to make sure I can get from Kuwait to home in time  :sarcastic:.

I might award myself the longest trip to my own shed day. Unfortunately it can't count as none of my FJs can get across the Persian Gulf, Indian Ocean, and the whole continent of Australia in time, even if it was paved the whole way.

I did manage the Perth to Sydney run in 4.5 days once on my 2nd FJ. I was young and had didn't want to be AWOL from work.

I think I'd better stick with the airlines for this trip. Plus I can have a few cleansing ales on the way  :drinks:
1984 FJ1100 Ms Effie brand new :)
1984 FJ1100 Pearlie, stock as.
1985 FJ1100 Mr Effie 647,000K and still running hard.
1985 FJ1200 'Yummy' takes a licking & keeps on ticking
2013 Trumpy Tiger 800, let's do another lap of Oz

After all is said and done, more is said than done :)

Sparky84

#87
September 23, 2019, 02:38:35 PM
Have a safe flight back Troy,

Just in case......Is your shed key still under the door mat?  :scratch_one-s_head:
1984 FJ1100
1979 Kawasaki Z1300
1972 Honda CB750/4 K2

oldktmdude

#88
September 23, 2019, 06:28:21 PM
Quote from: Sparky84 on September 23, 2019, 02:38:35 PM
Have a safe flight back Troy,

Just in case......Is your shed key still under the door mat?  :scratch_one-s_head:

And, is the fridge stocked? :drinks:
1985 FJ1100 x2 (1 sold)
2009 TDM 900
1980 Kawasaki Z1R Mk11 (sold and still regretting it)
1979 Kawasaki Z650 (sold)
1985 Suzuki GSXR 400 x2 (next project)
2001 KTM 520 exc (sold)
2004 GasGas Ec300
1981 Honda CB 900 F (sold)
1989 Kawasaki GPX 600 Adventure

Troyskie

#89
September 24, 2019, 11:26:25 AM
Quote from: oldktmdude on September 23, 2019, 06:28:21 PM
Just in case......Is your shed key still under the door mat?  :scratch_one-s_head:
   And, is the fridge stocked? :drinks:

Yes, the key is under the mat. But first you have to find the mat  :sarcastic:

Pete, yes mate. In lieu of a request I've taken a punt and stocked extra chocolate milk for you especially. I went for the high sugar and super caffeine version as I know you hate beer. For every one else there is a mix of holy water, high spirits, and some blood of Christ (yes I'm going to hell)
1984 FJ1100 Ms Effie brand new :)
1984 FJ1100 Pearlie, stock as.
1985 FJ1100 Mr Effie 647,000K and still running hard.
1985 FJ1200 'Yummy' takes a licking & keeps on ticking
2013 Trumpy Tiger 800, let's do another lap of Oz

After all is said and done, more is said than done :)
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