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Title: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Husky500evo on January 10, 2014, 11:19:27 am
I am interested in having a ride at this year's Johnny Old VMX meeting in NZ and wanted to check out the possibilities of either hiring , loaning, or maybe even buying a bike to ride at the event. If anyone is interested , I would even consider a reciprocal loan agreement for an NZ rider/s to maybe use some of my bikes in return, at an event like the Conondale Classic. I have quite a few bikes that I wouldn't mind loaning out, including an '81 Maico 250 and an '83 CR480 Honda. Its about time that I started crossing a few events off my bucket list, before I get too old. I would really like to do the over 50s twinshock at Farleigh Castle VMXDN this year as well, so I might have to contact Dave King to see what my options are. The Unadilla MX Rewind is also on my list, as well as a VMX meeting at Washougal. Its all about having a ride on tracks that I consider to be special.         
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: TM BILL on January 10, 2014, 11:34:30 am
I will make some enquirys on your behalf , i can gaurantee you a ride on loaners but cant gaurantee the bikes your asking for .

Brad 090 is coming and maybe Nada , hoping tatey can make it as head mechanic .

Bottom line book your fares and pack your gear , liase with Brad if you want as it would be easier to find you blokes one vehicle and collect you from the airport .

Its NZ so no paper work or licencing to deal with just sign an indemnity .

JO is sat April 5th at Levin (google it ) lower north island .

Cheers Bill
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: TM BILL on January 10, 2014, 11:46:52 am
Ted and Liam should come to , we have 125Bs with all sorts of arms fitted  ;D and if you wanna protest , go join Greenpeace  ;)
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Rossvickicampbell on January 10, 2014, 11:59:06 am
small hijack - sorry - what dates for this years VMXDNx?

ta
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: JohnnyO on January 10, 2014, 12:46:19 pm
Ross the Farleigh des nations is on 13/14 Sept.
I'd love to get back to Farleigh this year Mark and also the MX rewind at Unadilla after spectating at the 2012 Unadilla AMA National it's definitely a track I want to ride!
Would also loke to do a race in NZ one day but it all depends on finances of course..
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Husky500evo on January 10, 2014, 12:48:41 pm
small hijack - sorry - what dates for this years VMXDNx?

ta

I think the dates for this years VMXDN are 13/14/15 of September, with entries opening around the first week in February.

Thanks Bill for your reply. I am not really that fussy on what bike I would prefer to ride , as I am more just interested in having a ride on the track and not going all out racing for sheep stations (I'll leave that for you and Nada  ;)). Probably a big-bore or a 250 would suit me better than a 125 though, as I currently weigh in at 100kg  :-[. 

Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Husky500evo on January 10, 2014, 01:11:54 pm
I'd love to get back to Farleigh this year Mark and also the MX rewind at Unadilla after spectating at the 2012 Unadilla AMA National it's definitely a track I want to ride!
Would also loke to do a race in NZ one day but it all depends on finances of course..
Yeah John, from looking at the pics from the Johnny Old event, the track seems to be a cracker and possibly the best choice of VMX events to ride in NZ . NZ is a cheap and easy place to travel to as well. The frustrating thing for me ( and I don't want to sound like I am complaining ) is that the Johnny Old is on the same day as the speedway GP in Western Springs, Auckland. I have been to NZ the last two years for the speedway GP ( the Johnny Old clashed in 2012 as well ) and would have loved to take in both events this year.  I might just have to watch a replay of speedway on pay tv.

Unadilla MX rewind is on at the end of May/ start of June.
http://www.unadillamx.com/rewind/ (http://www.unadillamx.com/rewind/)
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: TM BILL on January 10, 2014, 01:20:42 pm
I'd love to get back to Farleigh this year Mark and also the MX rewind at Unadilla after spectating at the 2012 Unadilla AMA National it's definitely a track I want to ride!
Would also loke to do a race in NZ one day but it all depends on finances of course..
Yeah John, from looking at the pics from the Johnny Old event, the track seems to be a cracker and possibly the best choice of VMX events to ride in NZ . NZ is a cheap and easy place to travel to as well. The frustrating thing for me ( and I don't want to sound like I am complaining ) is that the Johnny Old is on the same day as the speedway GP in Western Springs, Auckland. I have been to NZ the last two years for the speedway GP ( the Johnny Old clashed in 2012 as well ) and would have loved to take in both events this year.  I might just have to watch a replay of speedway on pay tv.

Agreed its really frustrating  >:( but I suppose there's only so many free dates in the land of the wet weekend  ;D Just to rub salt in the wound the Strolling Bones concert is on the same weekend in Auckland  :(
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: TM BILL on January 10, 2014, 01:26:46 pm
Be great to see anyone who wants to come for a ride  :) I will get bikes organised in the next couple of months as im taking March off so I can train with Daryll king for my match up with Nada  ;D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Rossvickicampbell on January 10, 2014, 02:11:11 pm
thanks for the dates - VMXDN is on my bucket list (for a look not a ride) and have promsied the cheese and kisses a trip to Paris so might nip across at the same time  ;D

Ooh bugga though - Classic Nats on fortnight before - mmmmmm.
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: TM BILL on January 10, 2014, 03:49:37 pm
Rosco the classic nats will be on again next year  ;) Farliegh is a must do though . Iv'e been twice now and will try to go again this year ( but its unlikley ) I havent raced there ( too quick for me ) but the whole event is kick arse  8)



Paris you would hate it , Dogshit capital of Europe  ::) some say they grew trees in the avenues of Paris so the Germans could march in the shade  :-\ Personally i believe the real reason is they stop the dog toffee drying out to quickly as it mask the smell of the locals  ;D

Now Bath (nr Farliegh ) the Mrs could spend a few days there and have a wonderfull time , or if she wants that Euro Wog theme you cant pass Milan  :)
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Rossvickicampbell on January 10, 2014, 04:16:13 pm
maybe true Uncle Bill - but Nats are in SA - which is close enough for me to get a pass out - and went to Paris last year - so could not disagree with you more about the place  ;D

But maybe I should look at a trip to NZ so I can come and see how fast Craig isn't for myself  >:(
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Scunge on January 10, 2014, 04:34:09 pm
Hey Rosco, Craig has to take some customers to Rolling Stones that night, so he will not be at Johnny Old this year....

I have my wifes 40th that weekend so I can't make it 3 in a row either...  :(

Its a awesome track/event so you should get there!

P.S CT has been in training.... so he hits 3rd gear like me now :)
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Rossvickicampbell on January 10, 2014, 06:44:08 pm
he must of found a good stock of TTFU!
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: suzuki59 on January 10, 2014, 06:46:44 pm
maybe true Uncle Bill - but Nats are in SA - which is close enough for me to get a pass out - and went to Paris last year - so could not disagree with you more about the place  ;D

But maybe I should look at a trip to NZ so I can come and see how fast Craig isn't for myself  >:(
And I could see how many pies you have eaten lately lard arse
Talking  about death matches I would give my left nut to put you to the sword Rosco you limp wristed mo fo. ;D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Rossvickicampbell on January 10, 2014, 09:56:45 pm
yeah well words are cheap gay boy - asked you to come to SA so I could show you how an Aussie races and a Kiwi rides!  ;D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: davidmc on January 11, 2014, 09:17:41 am
Couldn,t agree with you more Bill, Paris totally overrated!
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Rossvickicampbell on January 11, 2014, 01:06:16 pm
geez - you guys must be hard to please  ;D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Tossa on January 11, 2014, 01:41:13 pm
not really when you turn up we always have a great laugh!!!lol
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Rossvickicampbell on January 11, 2014, 02:59:34 pm
but Baz - you are easily entertained  ;D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: suzuki59 on January 11, 2014, 03:46:36 pm
not really when you turn up we always have a great laugh!!!lol
It's like watching Forrest Gump on steroids I heard :D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Ted on January 11, 2014, 04:25:20 pm
How many stubbies did you catch ;D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Tossa on January 11, 2014, 04:35:42 pm
but Baz - you are easily entertained  ;D

you are correct, and because you are so easy to see, and I don't need much to entertain me, just your costume changes do it for me!!lol
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: suzuki59 on January 11, 2014, 05:11:49 pm
How many stubbies did you catch ;D
Lots -also got some nice blue cod mate
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: Ted on January 11, 2014, 05:36:09 pm
Sweet as......learnt that over there ;D
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: bazza on January 11, 2014, 05:42:50 pm
 Ted he meant= Fush and Chups from the Esky
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: oldfart on January 11, 2014, 06:27:43 pm
     "choice bro"
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: suzuki59 on January 11, 2014, 07:18:53 pm
Hey Stu what's happened to Mutch? No sign of him at NZ vmx races this year mate ??
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: oldfart on January 11, 2014, 07:46:48 pm
  Younger Bro  Grant  Aka Mutch   .....he's just having a rest at the moment.
  Currently restoring his Pe 400.
 You going to drag your sorry old arse over here for CD or CC  this year. 
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: PEZBerq on January 11, 2014, 10:05:35 pm
Ted he meant= Fush and Chups from the Esky

From the chilly bin you mean bazza  8)
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: suzuki59 on January 12, 2014, 08:39:58 am
  Younger Bro  Grant  Aka Mutch   .....he's just having a rest at the moment.
  Currently restoring his Pe 400.
 You going to drag your sorry old arse over here for CD or CC  this year. 
Pleased to hear the good bastard Mutch is still alive
Will see how we go this year re CC or CD depends on $
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: VMX247 on January 13, 2014, 10:28:53 am
Entries on website.....http://www.vmx.co.nz/
Title: Re: Johnny Old bikes
Post by: FourstrokeForever on January 13, 2014, 07:25:45 pm
Barry really is easy to please....all you need to do is take his duds off and make sure the scabs don't bleed...  ???