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Title: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on May 06, 2015, 07:32:24 pm: Well, only 2 vinduro's in Vic (Beaufort 9/10 May and Hopetoun 20/21 June) as 'warm-ups' before the Harrow classic in July! Best do these two as riding conditioning 'coz you'll need your wits about you if you want to survive the bogs, rivers, greasy logs, fuel bowl emptying open runs and navigation tribulations!

The Europeans took the guernsey last year as, not unexpectedly, the pre-eminent enduro machinery. The riders peeled off an outstanding number of cumulative laps, soundly smashing the Oriental machines riders paltry efforts.

It seems that this year the riders of the Asian leaf blowers have underhandedly lobbied some members of the VERi committee to try and turn back the clock on last years result by having the Harrow course RUN IN THE REVERSE DIRECTION this year! I suspect that Mr GMC has had something to do with this as it seems he has abandoned his Factory Ride BMW175 to putter about on some not quite ripe green thingy and it appears he is looking for any 'advantage' (perceived or otherwise). Not to worry, he patently has cognitive issues if he can't recognise having been on a good thing with the mighty Bimmer.

Stay tuned.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Spanish Armada on May 06, 2015, 08:29:52 pm: Geez dont hold back ::) He has to make it to beaufort yet :-X for practise ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: VTR Vinduro on May 06, 2015, 08:37:48 pm: If you are only going to Ride One event in 2015 ..

Make it
Harrow 100
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: the stig on May 07, 2015, 08:42:54 am: I think GMC only wants the course reversed this year so he has only to go down the hills

and not Up them with all that power he had trouble holding the Front wheel down..... ;)

The Stig...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: 80-85 husky on May 07, 2015, 03:58:00 pm: the rivers cant be crossed in the reverse direction...Drakie proved that the year before ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: the stig on May 07, 2015, 09:25:28 pm: Quote from: 80-85 husky on May 07, 2015, 03:58:00 pm
the rivers cant be crossed in the reverse direction...Drakie proved that the year before ;D

Yes but remember he was on an ::) I Hate Water Huskyvarna ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on May 07, 2015, 11:35:34 pm: Quote from: Canam370 on May 06, 2015, 07:32:24 pm
he can't recognise having been on a good thing with the mighty Bimmer.

I think that was a typo, it should have read "mighty Bummer"

Quote from: Canam370 on May 06, 2015, 07:32:24 pm
Stay tuned.

Sounds like good advice, what jets do you recommend?

Quote from: Spanish Armada on May 06, 2015, 08:29:52 pm
Geez dont hold back ::) He has to make it to beaufort yet :-X for practise ;D

Its not looking good, friggin carby's, don't know why Mikuni had to have so many different models, with a dozen different carbs on hand they all have a dozen different types of needle and seats >:(
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on May 08, 2015, 12:05:38 am: Quote from: GMC on May 07, 2015, 11:35:34 pm

Quote from: Canam370 on May 06, 2015, 07:32:24 pm
Stay tuned.

Sounds like good advice, what jets do you recommend?

Its not looking good, friggin carby's, don't know why Mikuni had to have so many different models, with a dozen different carbs on hand they all have a dozen different types of needle and seats >:(
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Well, if you can't take the advice re; tuning, then perhaps coming back to the Bimmer will get you mobile again! Never mind skiting about how many carbies you have - just concentrate on fixing the sad one you need to get the green thingy going. Are you starting to appreciate just how good you had it with your sponsored Factory European Ride? Did you think that the colour of the green thingy matched the greener grass over the fence? ::)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on May 08, 2015, 06:16:57 am: Can't believe you would want to desert the all conquering euro team for the for the losing rice burners.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on May 08, 2015, 02:13:11 pm: Quote from: Canam370 on May 08, 2015, 12:05:38 am
Are you starting to appreciate just how good you had it with your sponsored Factory European Ride? Did you think that the colour of the green thingy matched the greener grass over the fence? ::)

Yes life was good on team DMC but you failed to supply me a cheque for my living expenses.
I still don't think that 8 Big Macs a day & 3 slabs of Jim Beam a weekend was excessive!

Quote from: odd1 on May 08, 2015, 06:16:57 am
Can't believe you would want to desert the all conquering euro team for the for the losing rice burners.

Well last year it was a Hodaka that deserted the Jap team to become a Euro so there is lots of team jumping going on.
This year we will be checking compliance plates for country of origin, the Euro's will have to win it on the track instead of off it this time.

Quote from: Canam370 on May 08, 2015, 12:05:38 am
Well, if you can't take the advice re; tuning, then perhaps coming back to the Bimmer will get you mobile again!

Thanks for the kind offer but all is good, the KDX lives.
Couldn't get the float level right last night, it was either flooding or no fuel coming through at all, in the end I went through the procedure that usually fixes most things...
# Sleep on it
# Study it again in the cold light of day
# Hit it with a hammer
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: 80-85 husky on May 10, 2015, 06:22:05 am: percussive maintenance 8)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: kdx Geoff on June 01, 2015, 09:22:43 am: (http://i1297.photobucket.com/albums/ag23/kdxGeoff/IMAG3424_1_zps3yofr6xi.jpg) (http://s1297.photobucket.com/user/kdxGeoff/media/IMAG3424_1_zps3yofr6xi.jpg.html)

I hope there will be another 3 disc DVD for this year...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on June 01, 2015, 05:34:31 pm: At the Canowindra Vindoro we all sat down and watch that DVD ..

It got a lot of blocks excited and a Few worried at the river crossing ( only the Jap Bike Riders )

I have it lock in and already have plans made .

and with only 54 sleeps to go its not far ...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Gday on June 01, 2015, 09:30:19 pm: You can preorder the Harrow 2015 DVD now and watch 2014 here as well.
http://www.cevemedia.com/phone/videos.html

Some words from Cliff.
Hi everyone I am looking forward to documenting Harrow again this year and I will be endeavouring to capture even more of this magic weekend. If you wish to pre order your own copy please visit my website at http://www.ceveservices.com/dvd-products/harrow-2015-event.html thanks. Cliff Elliott
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Gday on June 01, 2015, 10:07:04 pm: the video for 2015 will not go up on the media site for at least 6 months after the disc copies are produced and on sale
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on June 16, 2015, 03:42:06 pm: And for all of the riders of Oriental leaf blowers just a reminder of the European Cherman Wundermachine which denied your securing of the premier at last years Harrow........

(http://i640.photobucket.com/albums/uu123/canam370/KE175_zpspmkjuiv3.jpg) (http://s640.photobucket.com/user/canam370/media/KE175_zpspmkjuiv3.jpg.html)

The vibrant Teutonic Terror may be absent from this years festivities but no matter (the whiney Orientophile enjoying the sponsored ride last year has been ditched) - winners are grinners! Class will always shine. Don't forget to organise the sampan (maybe a Junk would be more appropriate!) ferry for the puddle crossings - I recall many drowned beigecycles in the river which probably accounts for part of the Orientals dismal performance.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on June 16, 2015, 08:06:48 pm: When is the entry form due out :P
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on June 16, 2015, 11:12:23 pm: Quote
It seems that this year the riders of the Asian leaf blowers have underhandedly lobbied some members of the VERi committee to try and turn back the clock on last years result by having the Harrow course RUN IN THE REVERSE DIRECTION this year!

What an outrage! In fact, I'm outraged! Not happy with cheating their way to victory in 2014, the riders of "other" (i.e. weird) brands within the committee have obviously come up with this reverse direction scheme to once again steal the trophy.

Clearly used to malfunctioning machinery that runs in all manner of ways aside from the conventionally accepted one, they have hobbled us decent people with this bizarre condition.

I thought something was up when I noticed at Beaufort that Drakie has the rear tyre of his GasGas on backwards!

Here's one of these non-Japanese scoundrels practicing:

(http://www.motorcycleinsurance.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/duffey11.jpg)

Well, it won't matter, our factory rider GMC has seen the error of his ways and will be proudly riding (backwards) for the rising sun at the 2015 Harrow 100.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on June 16, 2015, 11:57:52 pm: What is it with these ‘other’ brands that they can only use letters for their brand name.
It’s like they can’t spell or something, like how pathetic is it that a business has to resort to 3 letters as some sort of weird product branding. :o
KTM
ATK
DKW
BSA
SWM
BMW
AJS
CCM
JAP yes they had to name a pommy bike JAP to make it sound fast
VOR
DOT

Then there are the simpletons that found 3 letters too hard so they came up with
MZ
TM
CZ

Least the Japs have pronounceable names and only resort to letters for their models
Long may the Orientals reign supreme (Mmmm supreme, must go order myself a pizza)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on June 17, 2015, 08:01:04 am: Watch this site tonite regarding some big announcements for this years Harrow 100.

Get ready for this year's Harrow its a beauty.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on June 17, 2015, 08:06:31 am: To Quote my good friend Can am 370

The vibrant Teutonic Terror may be absent from this years festivities but no matter (the whiney Orientophile enjoying the sponsored ride last year has been ditched) - winners are grinners! Class will always shine. Don't forget to organise the sampan (maybe a Junk would be more appropriate!) ferry for the puddle crossings - I recall many drowned beigecycles in the river which probably accounts for part of the Orientals dismal performance.

I believe that piece of Engineering mastery (the motor cycle) , "this wonderful trojen", " this wolf in a gerbils clothing" has been donated and is proudly displayed in the Museum of Modern art.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on June 17, 2015, 08:31:35 am: The Trojen is cocooned in a hermetically sealed chamber (coincidentally donated by Tex - strange but true, ask him. He obviously appreciates the historical significance of this machine despite his misleading words) ready to be returned to the fray at a moments notice!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on June 17, 2015, 08:42:06 am: Coincidentally , whilst wondering around the Classic Dirt 11 pit area a few week-ends ago I came across the Welsh team preparing for this years Harrow in fine form.

Fine form meaning , all 4 bikes were non operational or maybe just running , but not running anywhere real soon.

With the help of all and I mean all 4 people in his pit area the whole day was spent getting these four jiggers running. I'm very happy to say that on Sunday all the four bikes were running to some extent.

So the scene is set for the Welsh boy at this years Harrow , can he finally finish a Harrow on one of his own bikes. Stay tuned it only 50 ODD days until we find out.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on June 17, 2015, 09:25:24 am: (http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/bmwharrow.jpg)
Photo via Silodrome on Instragram

A "Teutonic Terror"...

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on June 17, 2015, 09:29:10 am: As mentioned in an earlier post the Harrow course will be run in the reverse direction to last years. The organisers have done this to try even the field for the Asian machinery entrants. If the event is started from the end and heading back towards the start then the reliability of the Accidentals ( ;D) will be improved given that they seem to start off well but fail later. See, whatever to help out!!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on June 17, 2015, 09:31:17 am: Quote from: Tex on June 17, 2015, 09:25:24 am
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/bmwharrow.jpg)
Photo via Silodrome on Instragram

A "Teutonic Terror"...

Tex

Outstanding! Looks like its still running too! The rider smiles because his bike is resting on a river base composed of drowned Jappers and that he will be able to ride his fine Euro steed onwards whenever he wants to!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on June 17, 2015, 06:13:11 pm: VERi (vintage enduro riders incorporated) are pleased to announce the running of the 8th annual Harrow 100 which will be taking place on the weekend of July 25th and 26th of this year. VERi organizers are happy to welcome Yamaha Australia to the event and Yamaha will be making available the latest demo motorcycles and quads for test rides.

A number of sponsors from previous years events are also returning .

This year will also include a vintage tractor display with machines and weather permitting maybe a tractor pull contest.

As we get closer to the event we will advise where the Yamaha test riding will be held , but having said that it will be close to the park ferme and “no” you will not be able to ride the Harrow 100 course on the test bikes or in the test buggy.

The Harrow 100 is open to all registered pre 85 enduro and trail bikes. UVP unregistered vehicle permits will be available and rec rego for suitable bike is acceptable for this event. VERi as usual is aiming to recreate what it was like to ride in an enduro in the 70’s and 80's and it must be stressed that this is not a competition or race but an organized trail ride where you will get to see some of the most spectacular country side the Grampians has to offer.

The course is approximately 100 Km’s long with participants, some well into their seventies, usually completing one lap on Saturday and 2 laps on Sunday. This event would not be possible without the fantastic community support VERi receives every year from the local Harrow Farmers and residents. “Yes Yes yes I hear the cry’s “Shoey said that last year” , but it’s very close to 100km’s and includes some new surprises and cool trail sections.

There will be a fuel stop / dump at the half way point

Bikes will be sealed in Parc Ferme over night, riders then have to cold start their mounts within a minute on Sunday morning and as usual there be a lot of nervous faces and frantic kicking.

This year’s theme is Japanese Vs The rest of the world ie Yamaha, Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki Versus Husqvarna, SWM, KTM, BMW etc. Last years event was won by the Euro’s, but the Japanese riders disputed the result when one of the euro bikes country of origin was questioned!

If you would like to find out more about this event or even come and join the fun check out verivinduro.com.au or contact Steve Baker, Mobile 0412 287 524 or Shoey , Mobile 0409 810 551

Entry form will be available soon
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: 80-85 husky on June 18, 2015, 08:49:40 pm: can I enter the 510 in the tractor pull?? be in with a chance I rekon... ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on June 18, 2015, 10:05:24 pm: Harrow 100

This will Be my 3rd Harrow and to me its the Olympics of our sport in Vintage Dirt bike in Australia .

For Me its
the many night in the shed going over the Bike but more about just sitting with a beer or two and just thinking of the Ride ahead .
the 12 hour Road trip down to Harrow with mates and the 5 Cappuccino and a counter lunch on the way .
to wake up in the morning form that road trip to be in town of Harrow .
to catch up with the Mate of old and the Mate to be .
the fear that my bike will not start like Chubby Honda XR 250 last year.
the fear I will fall into the River over some strange structure .
To Riding in and over some of the most Beautiful county you will every see on a Dirt Bike in Australia .
to tell and hear stories at the Pub of the thing that happen on the Loop.
to then stuive the night at the Harrow Pub.
to challenge my self to do the laps and get the a Gold or maybe silver or maybe Bronze who cares you had Fun .
to See the Euro bike dominate in 2015 as in 2014 .
and its all the Fun of Harrow that I am addicted to .

There is two thing in life you can not get out of and that is Death and Taxes ..

and there is Two thing in you Life that you Must Do and That Thing My friend is

Harrow and Ride a Euro Bike ..

so get your self to Harrow before Death and Taxes catch up with you..

Now when is the Entry form Out ...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on June 19, 2015, 10:53:39 pm: Quote
For Me its...

Summed it up beautifully mate. I'm sure different people would be able to add different things to that list, but everyone who has ever been to the Harrow Vinduro would be able to relate to most of those points.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on June 20, 2015, 07:18:30 am: What a lovely recital from bango meyers the man from broke back mountain we are looking forward to your demonstration swims across the mighty glenelg river with bike in tow the japanese riders where quivering in there boots about losing again to the euros but then they found out you and I'd like to have a beer with Duncan are riding KTM's now they cant stop laughing
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on June 20, 2015, 06:44:45 pm: Yes Odd One ..Only a SWM rider ( a Bike made for Small Welsh Men) . you can do all the Talking and yelling . But it will not Stop Me and the Euro Brother Hood from Harrow

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/DSCF1279_zpsaa09b099.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/DSCF1279_zpsaa09b099.jpg.html)

Brothers for all around are Coming to Harrow ..Brother Bill and Brother OZKTM one of the Jet Brothers .
Like Brother Duncan .. and you know that every one wants to have a Beer with him Because he Rides a KTm a Euro Brother .
Look at the Man . Only his Mother can Love ..

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/DSCF1274_zps7b7ae443.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/DSCF1274_zps7b7ae443.jpg.html)

And Brother Luffy has Bloke dropping to there ground to worship The Euro Brand.

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/luffy_zps162b6501.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/luffy_zps162b6501.jpg.html)

as we worship the Euro maker

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/DSCF1259_zps87478fe0.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/DSCF1259_zps87478fe0.jpg.html)

The Rice Burners are working on a plane to win . But we all know it will end in Badly :'(

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/DSCF1281_zps9eecefca.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/DSCF1281_zps9eecefca.jpg.html)

I think a Euro win and a lot of Fun is going to happen at this years Harrow ..

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/DSCF1286_zps28283a44.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/DSCF1286_zps28283a44.jpg.html)

Are You going to say Home and Miss .. All the Fun of Harrow .

.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on June 29, 2015, 08:30:23 pm: (http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/Harrow%202015.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/Harrow%202015.jpg.html)

Don't sit at home and miss Harrow . Get this on the Bucket List ....for 2015
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on June 29, 2015, 08:50:16 pm: Quote from: oz555ktm on June 29, 2015, 08:30:23 pm
(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/Harrow%202015.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/Harrow%202015.jpg.html)

Don't sit at home and miss Harrow . Get this on the Bucket List ....for 2015
I'm hanging out for Harrow as well. All accommodation for for Vinduro Penrite Team is sorted! Part way stops organised, and something a bit closer than Natimuk for Friday and Saturday night!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: kdx Geoff on June 29, 2015, 09:22:56 pm: What's the 'show and shine feature' ?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on June 29, 2015, 10:55:19 pm: Quote
What's the 'show and shine feature'

Got a spiffy looking vinduro bike that you'd like to show off? You can bring it along and put it on display. It doesn't have to be one that you'll be riding around the course either (because they won't be very shiny after riding on Saturday). VERi will award a prize or two based on criteria that we'll announce closer to the event.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on June 29, 2015, 11:15:19 pm: The decal below will be made available for non-Japanese bikes at this year's event:

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/decalfornonJapbikes.jpg)

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on June 30, 2015, 07:05:25 am: Quote from: cr750 on June 29, 2015, 08:50:16 pm
Quote from: oz555ktm on June 29, 2015, 08:30:23 pm

Don't sit at home and miss Harrow . Get this on the Bucket List ....for 2015
I'm hanging out for Harrow as well. All accommodation for for Vinduro Penrite Team is sorted! Part way stops organised, and something a bit closer than Natimuk for Friday and Saturday night!
The mailout for Harrow entries happened at 10:44 last night. My entry and payment submitted 06:45 this morning. I hope Vinduro Penrite Team will be in the first 20 bikes away!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: XC83 on June 30, 2015, 06:17:37 pm: Got the call from the team captain yesterday, worked out the UVP thingie (what I needed to get done to satisfy requirement), only to be cut down this morning by the previous engagement routine. On a positive note I can watch my daughter graduate from UNI (well her first course anyway), but It would have been nice to apply a coating of Harrow's finest earth to those pesky Whale Eating / Rice Burners.......Next Year....
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: 80-85 husky on June 30, 2015, 06:59:22 pm: with drakey's arrowing who wants to be first??
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on June 30, 2015, 08:05:37 pm: Last year with checking the bikes even the one's with full rego , will that happen again with full regoed bikes ?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on June 30, 2015, 09:52:27 pm: I will be there Saturday for a look, previous engagement Sunday rules me out from entering...and pre '85 only, does that mean I couldn't enter with my slightly later drum brake DT175?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on June 30, 2015, 10:02:36 pm: Quote from: morerevsm3 on June 30, 2015, 09:52:27 pm
I will be there Saturday for a look, previous engagement Sunday rules me out from entering...and pre '85 only, does that mean I couldn't enter with my slightly later drum brake DT175?
There are some "model continuation" exceptions to the '85 rule.

To quote the VERi web site on eligibility -
The following models were manufactured post 84 however they are identical to their earlier brothers with the exception of BNG (Bold New Graphics) so are welcome at VERi events. (flow on models)
Yamaha
1985 IT 200
1985 IT 250
1985 IT 490
1985 TT 600 (excluding Belgarda)
DT 175 - all drum brake models
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on June 30, 2015, 10:19:26 pm: thanks, I knew it was on VERI list, but wasn't sure if there may have been different criteria for the Harrow event, my bike is 1990, and is identical to my sons '85 and '86 models except for stickers, and mine has side stand kill switch

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/morerevsm3/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/003_zpsfpgvfhsl.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/morerevsm3/media/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/003_zpsfpgvfhsl.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Short Stuff on June 30, 2015, 10:22:17 pm: Quote from: cr750 on June 30, 2015, 07:05:25 am

The mailout for Harrow entries happened at 10:44 last night. My entry and payment submitted 06:45 this morning. I hope Vinduro Penrite Team will be in the first 20 bikes away!

I haven't seen a 'mail-out' as yet. Did I miss something?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on June 30, 2015, 11:23:31 pm: Quote
Last year with checking the bikes even the one's with full rego , will that happen again with full regoed bikes ?

All bikes will be scrutineered. This will mostly be to check for overall safety issues; such as broken off levers, throttles that don't return, stuffed wheel bearings, etc. If a bike is plainly unroadworthy it will be pulled up. All riders are expected to have their bikes in a roadworthy condition that is compliant with the conditions of their registration/permit. This responsibility falls squarely with the rider.

Likewise, all riders are subject to the applicable Victorian road rules when travelling on public roads.

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thanks, I knew it was on VERI list, but wasn't sure if there may have been different criteria for the Harrow event, my bike is 1990, and is identical to my sons '85 and '86 models except for stickers, and mine has side stand kill switch

Your DT should be fine as per VERi guidelines, CanAm370 can confirm, so send him a PM.

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I haven't seen a 'mail-out' as yet. Did I miss something?

Forms were sent to VERi members first. Wider mail out has occured tonight, and the forms will be on the VERi website tomorrow.

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I have a non Japanese bike (I'm too ashamed to say what it is), and I am worried about taking this fragile hand grenade to Harrow. Do you think I should bring it?

No. Leave it at home. ;)

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Short Stuff on July 01, 2015, 08:55:10 am: Thanks Tex,

Question asked, question answered.

Forms received overnight.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 01, 2015, 09:09:52 am: Quote
Question asked, question answered.

Forms received overnight

;)

Entry forms are on VERi website now too:

http://www.verivinduro.com.au/13/?viewMode=y

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 03, 2015, 11:33:58 pm: Sent Harrow entry off my Mail to Day 2 teams from VTR Hope to see a lot more VTR members making the
trip down to Harrow ..

I see that some have entered already !! and its starting to Fill !!

Have you sent yours in yet !

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/DSCF1269_zpsf0981776.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/DSCF1269_zpsf0981776.jpg.html)
Photo is of last year Harrow on the Friday ..
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 03, 2015, 11:46:12 pm: Hear is a some think to get you Pumped up a bit if you have not entered Yet .

http://www.ceveservices.com/dvd-products/bike-events.html

just Click on the good looking bloke it the grey KTM hat and it will work .. Trust me I ride KTMs
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: 80-85 husky on July 04, 2015, 08:42:07 am: great little clip!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 06, 2015, 10:45:44 pm: Got Conformation back to day from VERi .Thanks Peter D

Team 1 Rider 35,36,37

Team 2 Rider 38,39,40

I think that works out to be starting on the 11 Min and 12 Min ..
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 06, 2015, 10:48:26 pm: (http://i640.photobucket.com/albums/uu123/canam370/bf6e489d-9d9c-479e-ab38-bc190d648a9a_zpsyufh8gch.jpg) (http://s640.photobucket.com/user/canam370/media/bf6e489d-9d9c-479e-ab38-bc190d648a9a_zpsyufh8gch.jpg.html)

Here's a map to whet your appetite for Harrow! It's a no nonsense monkey butt ride. There is a bit of everything thrown in with something to appeal for everyone. Don't delay applying for a UVP if needed as the cut-off is looming. It's gonna be HOOOOGE!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on July 09, 2015, 05:06:19 am: Dennis im back in the country on friday you wont be starting on the 11th minute you are of course assuming your bike will start! You and your other K ick T ill M onday mates will be doing exactly that!
Jap riders are gona kick your arse
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Curtis on July 09, 2015, 08:46:50 am: NUMBER ONE PLATE BABY.... :o Looks like you guys guna havta follow a little green buzz bomb!!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 09, 2015, 09:52:43 am: Quote from: Curtis on July 09, 2015, 08:46:50 am
NUMBER ONE PLATE BABY.... :o Looks like you guys guna havta follow a little green buzz bomb!!

You're a good bloke Curtis - we'll be able to follow the trail of parts and smoke and not have to look for the arrows! And then after that first 100 metres we'll be past you and all warmed up and can start riding properly. ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 09, 2015, 11:08:52 am: Quote from: Canam370 on July 09, 2015, 09:52:43 am
Quote from: Curtis on July 09, 2015, 08:46:50 am
NUMBER ONE PLATE BABY.... :o Looks like you guys guna havta follow a little green buzz bomb!!

You're a good bloke Curtis - we'll be able to follow the trail of parts and smoke and not have to look for the arrows! And then after that first 100 metres we'll be past you and all warmed up and can start riding properly. ;D

You seem to be using the word "we" quite loosely, its as if your including yourself ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 09, 2015, 11:23:59 am: Team Husky are all organized...

(http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a393/gmcloa/Harrow%202013/Harrow-2013-202rope_zps09988de3.jpg) (http://s15.photobucket.com/user/gmcloa/media/Harrow%202013/Harrow-2013-202rope_zps09988de3.jpg.html)

(http://i1274.photobucket.com/albums/y431/rabid_gecko/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-07-27_12.03.24_zpse1kak08z.jpg)

Even the Husky sweep bikes are ready to go :o

(http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a393/gmcloa/Harrow%202013/Harrow-2013-021drakie-river-2_zps574538f4.jpg) (http://s15.photobucket.com/user/gmcloa/media/Harrow%202013/Harrow-2013-021drakie-river-2_zps574538f4.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 09, 2015, 11:33:20 am: I was over in Western Victoria during the week, checking that my team mates are at the same level of preparedness as I am. They definitely are... :o

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 09, 2015, 11:35:52 am: Who the hell gets their bikes prepared before Friday evening?

I was still working on mine in the Parc Ferme under torchlight on Sat night at Hopetoun ::)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 09, 2015, 11:54:16 am: Quote from: GMC on July 09, 2015, 11:08:52 am
Quote from: Canam370 on July 09, 2015, 09:52:43 am
Quote from: Curtis on July 09, 2015, 08:46:50 am
NUMBER ONE PLATE BABY.... :o Looks like you guys guna havta follow a little green buzz bomb!!

You're a good bloke Curtis - we'll be able to follow the trail of parts and smoke and not have to look for the arrows! And then after that first 100 metres we'll be past you and all warmed up and can start riding properly. ;D

You seem to be using the word "we" quite loosely, its as if your including yourself ;D

Well Geoffrey, the use of the Royal 'We' is applicable to European royalty - but I really wouldn't have expected you to know that with you being only exposed to Asian mass produced conveyances. Now, go away....................
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 09, 2015, 11:55:18 am: Quote from: GMC on July 09, 2015, 11:35:52 am
Who the hell gets their bikes prepared before Friday evening?

I was still working on mine in the Parc Ferme under torchlight on Sat night at Hopetoun ::)

And also Sunday morning I hear................
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 09, 2015, 02:16:02 pm: There's no following the Green buzz bomb , " its hunting down a Japanese Bike "
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 09, 2015, 10:10:28 pm: Quote from: odd1 on July 09, 2015, 05:06:19 am
Dennis im back in the country on friday you wont be starting on the 11th minute you are of course assuming your bike will start! You and your other K ick T ill M onday mates will be doing exactly that!
Jap riders are gona kick your arse

I see that you have moved from the Dark side to the Euro Side . You now just mite to do your 1st Harrow ...

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Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 09, 2015, 10:15:39 pm: Quote from: Canam370 on July 09, 2015, 11:55:18 am
Quote from: GMC on July 09, 2015, 11:35:52 am
Who the hell gets their bikes prepared before Friday evening?

I was still working on mine in the Parc Ferme under torchlight on Sat night at Hopetoun ::)

And also Sunday morning I hear................

I've been trying to make the Sunday morning saga a suppressed memory
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Curtis on July 09, 2015, 11:15:46 pm: Ahahahha.... ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: ozktm on July 10, 2015, 06:51:04 am: 1976 KTM 400 MC5 enduro-ised ready for Yass then Harrow.

(http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i342/ozktm/76%20MC5%20400/89B80C19-2EA0-42C0-A2B7-0887AB7072DD_zpslesdf0bd.jpg)

(http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i342/ozktm/76%20MC5%20400/D58EFB7E-482C-4B33-8D06-99DDC90B4EA1_zpsv2yatpjy.jpg)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on July 10, 2015, 05:43:06 pm: Gotta love photo shop Dennis
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 10, 2015, 06:33:12 pm: Adrian

Best throw in all those boxes of spares and wheels. Its an extra long way around the Harrow course on a KTM 8)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 10, 2015, 09:12:42 pm: Quote from: HVA61 on July 10, 2015, 06:33:12 pm
Adrian

Best throw in all those boxes of spares and wheels. Its an extra long way around the Harrow course on a KTM 8)
;D that's funny shoey another euro rider stirring another euro rider , keep it up
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 11, 2015, 03:27:16 pm: Quote
Gotta love photo shop Dennis

I thought the point of modifying images with Photoshop was to improve them...

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 12, 2015, 05:48:36 pm: Quote from: Tex on July 11, 2015, 03:27:16 pm
Quote
Gotta love photo shop Dennis

I thought the point of modifying images with Photoshop was to improve them...

Tex

Hear one.
That he had to shave he hair off because he lost a Bet ..
That Euro bikes are by Miles Better than Jap ones and SWM ...as you can see He Lost the Bet and had to shave his Hair OFF .

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/Steve%20Baker%202.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/Steve%20Baker%202.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on July 12, 2015, 06:05:29 pm: Dennis like every great athlete I shave down so I am not carrying any extra weight you and your other K eep T hrowing M oney team mates need to carry so many spare parts that weight is the least of your problems
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 13, 2015, 04:34:52 pm: Before we collected and opened todays mail , we have 75 confirmed entries for the 2015 Harrow 100.

Entries are steadily rolling in and the event is building. (two weeks to go) If you require UVP's watch out , the cut of date is the 15th of July.

I think % 75 of the entries received to date are European bikes. ::)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 13, 2015, 09:38:40 pm: After opening todays mail entries are now at 90

I think % 75 of the entries received to date are European bikes. ::)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 13, 2015, 11:13:21 pm: posting forms tomorrow, transferred funds tonight, first event for me, what riding gear is required please?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on July 14, 2015, 01:36:24 am: Just the usual suba diving gear will be fine dont use the lead belt its tobhard to find you if you fall off on the river crossing
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 14, 2015, 06:41:08 am: Riding Gear

Approved helmet

Goggles

Gloves

Riding boots

Riding pants

Warm jacket , fairly weather proof as it rains sometimes at Harrow

A hydration pack is recommended

A spare fuel can or two to leave at the half point
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 14, 2015, 06:43:58 am: Hey Steve

What company makes the SUBA gear , is that the new Welsh model

Super under bog breathing apparatus.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on July 14, 2015, 07:11:40 am: No Robert its the super uber breathing apparatus which is basically a pipe which connects from your exaust to your mouth for under water crossings.
On another note please do not wear your mankini this year for the river crossings Veri is still recieving bills for all the sheep that had to recieve counciling
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 14, 2015, 04:11:50 pm: Following a little more opening of the mail today.

102 entrants

Approx. %75 of those are European bikes
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 14, 2015, 04:40:49 pm: Looks like there's a Saki shortage this year! 75% Euros eh - plenty of Schnapps, vino and spirits to go around, no worries! :D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 14, 2015, 04:48:07 pm: Its also probably got something with down turn in the Chinese Yuan and Japanese Yen which has driven up the price of Saki.

No Saki no courage
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: the stig on July 14, 2015, 04:59:23 pm: Quote from: HVA61 on July 14, 2015, 04:11:50 pm
Following a little more opening of the mail today.

102 entrants

Approx. %75 of those are European bikes
[/quot

But don't forget most blokes that Ride Euro bikes have to bring 2 or 3 to get through the weekend .

The Stig
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 14, 2015, 05:06:39 pm: Well well well , if its not the mighty Stig. 8)

Perhaps I should re word my post.

102 riders have registered and entered to date. Of the 102 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding a European machine.

Now that we have closed the gate that the Stigmaster sprinted straight through we can return to normal broadcasting ::)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 14, 2015, 08:55:18 pm: Quote
Perhaps I should re word my post.

102 riders have registered and entered to date. Of the 102 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding a European machine.

Perhaps you should buy a new calculator, preferably a Japanese one! By my count you have that ratio almost completely backwards. Hang on a moment, you were involved in the 2014 scandal weren't you? Looks like we can expect more of the same skulduggery in 2015...

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 14, 2015, 09:02:09 pm: I'm sure sometime , somewhere , sumbody said ,scandal is the spice of life

Sumbody must have been japanese
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 14, 2015, 09:59:53 pm: Quote
Sumbody must have been japanese

Ha ha! "Sumo body" perhaps?

Here's a link to a provisional entry list:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B834Ap3O8vMdS3pYNXJrY3VCU3c/view?usp=sharing

Please note that this list is still being finalised and some details might change before the actual event.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 14, 2015, 10:18:55 pm: I think we just reached 110 tonight

Scrutineering will be a lot stricter this year, any attempts to present a Jap bike masquerading as a reliable Euro will be frowned upon and you will be outed as the dickhead that you are :o
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 15, 2015, 07:00:31 am: Please note that this list is still being finalised and some details might change before the actual event.

102 riders have registered and entered to date. Of the 102 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding a European machine.

Oh ::) , maybe the riders indicated , they would prefer to ride a European Bike
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 15, 2015, 12:18:16 pm: Following collection of todays mail

110 riders have registered and entered to date. Of the 110 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding or wish they could ride a European machine.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 15, 2015, 07:37:36 pm: Bike almost ready , the body isn't still recovering from a small crash
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 15, 2015, 09:41:42 pm: Quote
Of the 110 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding or wish they could ride a European machine

Sorry, what I think you meant to say was; of all the riders entered on European machines 75% of them wish they were riding a 110 (CT110).

(http://www.onetenmotorcycles.com.au/images/honda-ct110.jpg)

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 15, 2015, 09:56:01 pm: 1/2 a Day Sick to Day (Sick Of work) well it was raining a Bit .

My Wife thinks it Funny how that I can ride and camp out in -6 and it can piss down Rain all weekend and even near Snow ..

But did not go to work to day it was Cold and shower or two .

Back To Bikes and Harrow

Bike all done just got to get the Stop Light working .?? dose it have to work .??

Started packing ..

Weather is Looking Good for Harrow on the 28 Day forecast bit wet this week but that dose not matter ..

Now How Many Sleep to Go ...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 15, 2015, 10:00:43 pm: Quote from: Tex on July 15, 2015, 09:41:42 pm
Quote
Of the 110 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding or wish they could ride a European machine

Sorry, what I think you meant to say was; of all the riders entered on European machines 75% of them wish they were riding a 110 (CT110).

(http://www.onetenmotorcycles.com.au/images/honda-ct110.jpg)

Tex

Tex Tex Tex a CT 110 only made it to the fist wet spot last year ...

Jap bike love to stop in water it reminds them of a Rice Paddy ... RICE BURNERs EURO Rule ... 8)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 15, 2015, 10:22:31 pm: Quote from: HVA61 on July 15, 2015, 12:18:16 pm
Following collection of todays mail

110 riders have registered and entered to date. Of the 110 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding or wish they could ride a European machine.

I hope they don't leave it Too Long to enter Harrow Rob .

But you know what some blokes are like just happy to

(http://i604.photobucket.com/albums/tt127/scm00/watching-paint-dry_pix1_zpshshq9iyw.jpg)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 15, 2015, 10:25:24 pm: Part of the 75% of reliable Euro contingent...

(http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a393/gmcloa/My%20bikes/BMW-KE-175-1_zps5128ca49.jpg) (http://s15.photobucket.com/user/gmcloa/media/My%20bikes/BMW-KE-175-1_zps5128ca49.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 16, 2015, 09:51:03 am: 3 more sleeps for us until we head down to Harrow for the week prior to the event to arrow the course etc.

Get that rear tail light working there Dennis , you will need that for the UVP and so the Husky riders can see you when they fly past.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 16, 2015, 04:27:12 pm: Is it like last year one lap on Saturday and what never on Sunday

Get that rear tail light working there Dennis , you will need that for the UVP and so the Husky riders can see you when they fly past.
[/quote] I throught it was needed to find the euro bikes in the bottom of the river ;)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 16, 2015, 05:07:17 pm: Hey Ekka

I forgot about the locating beacon required for the KTM , I think the model designation for that is The River Skipper , which is in keeping with the earlier model The Jack Pinner :o , go figure on those names.

At this stage we are , one on Saturday and three on Sunday. This is subject to change depending on course conditions etc etc . This will be confirmed at Riders briefing on Saturday morning.

Stay tuned for final instructions
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 16, 2015, 08:26:50 pm: Quote from: HVA61 on July 16, 2015, 09:51:03 am
3 more sleeps for us until we head down to Harrow for the week prior to the event to arrow the course etc.

Get that rear tail light working there Dennis , you will need that for the UVP and so the Husky riders can see you when they fly past.

Rob its the STOP Light the switch is Stuff Dose the STOP Light Need to work ..

all the Rest is Spot On its is a KTM you know ....

Rob is it then 4 laps for GOLD or is it still 3 laps ..

I don't think many Jap bike will make 4 laps ..

I will Go to Leeton Saturday for a few days see my Dad and then head down ..See you at the PUB for lunch ...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 16, 2015, 09:35:24 pm: Quote from: oz555ktm on July 16, 2015, 08:26:50 pm
Quote from: HVA61 on July 16, 2015, 09:51:03 am
3 more sleeps for us until we head down to Harrow for the week prior to the event to arrow the course etc.

Get that rear tail light working there Dennis , you will need that for the UVP and so the Husky riders can see you when they fly past.

Rob its the STOP Light the switch is Stuff Dose the STOP Light Need to work ..

Yep, the stop light needs to be working.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 16, 2015, 10:16:16 pm: Quote from: Canam370 on July 16, 2015, 09:35:24 pm
Quote from: oz555ktm on July 16, 2015, 08:26:50 pm
Quote from: HVA61 on July 16, 2015, 09:51:03 am
3 more sleeps for us until we head down to Harrow for the week prior to the event to arrow the course etc.

Get that rear tail light working there Dennis , you will need that for the UVP and so the Husky riders can see you when they fly past.

Rob its the STOP Light the switch is Stuff Dose the STOP Light Need to work ..

Yep, the stop light needs to be working.

Ok I will get it Fixed every think is working

Head Light
Tail Light
Mirror
Horn of a Push bike $4 bucks cheep
wheel Bearing all Good .

Than Ready to get a UVP for the weekend and Ride ...

Just fix that stop Light and load the Big KTM up
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 17, 2015, 12:33:23 pm: Following collection of todays mail

121 riders have registered and entered to date. Of the 121 entered riders approx. %75 of those riders have indicated that they are riding or wish they could ride a European machine.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 17, 2015, 07:04:35 pm: I thought all the euro bikes would intentionally leave entries until late, so the weather is a little warmer to help them start in one minute on Sunday? :P
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 17, 2015, 07:30:29 pm: Quote from: morerevsm3 on July 17, 2015, 07:04:35 pm
I thought all the euro bikes would intentionally leave entries until late, so the weather is a little warmer to help them start in one minute on Sunday? :P

Plenty of Euro entries already - notably quiet from the Orientals ::) Maybe they're just a widdle bit scared? :-*
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 17, 2015, 07:42:26 pm: The widdle fellas a prone to be startled by loud noises , a little pressure , a bit of distance , a cold start , a bit of water , a steep metal bridge , dark places , wet weather , Honda reliability ("for you Marko" big buddy) and generally anything green or yellow. So if you see some be very quite and don't make eye contact.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 17, 2015, 08:02:11 pm: Quote from: HVA61 on July 17, 2015, 07:42:26 pm
The widdle fellas a prone to be startled by loud noises , a little pressure , a bit of distance , a cold start , a bit of water , a steep metal bridge , dark places , wet weather , Honda reliability ("for you Marko" big buddy) and generally anything green or yellow. So if you see some be very quite and don't make eye contact.

..........some wind, no wind; sunshine,clouds; mud, dust; colours other than beige.........oh woe - what did I do that was so bad in a past life that I'm required to ride a leaf-blower? Been better off doing another round as a witchetty grub! Oh me, oh my...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 17, 2015, 09:03:20 pm: Seems 75% of Euro riders failed at maths :o
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on July 18, 2015, 02:20:35 am: Really ! Seems the euro's maths is spot on 1st japs 2nd pretty simple maths to me. Just say'n
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 18, 2015, 07:14:57 pm: .075% :o
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: DIRTPILOT72 on July 18, 2015, 08:16:40 pm: Honda XR's, four strokes forever! 8)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 19, 2015, 12:12:56 pm: How do you get a Euro bike to go fast?

* Get someone to help push it.

How do you get a Euro bike to go faster?

* Get 2 people to push it

How do you get a Euro bike to go ludicrous speed?

(http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a393/gmcloa/PBBB%202015/PBBB%202015%20137_zpsy9d6fsaz.jpg) (http://s15.photobucket.com/user/gmcloa/media/PBBB%202015/PBBB%202015%20137_zpsy9d6fsaz.jpg.html)

Do the math
;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 19, 2015, 02:04:39 pm: Tsk.tsk! It's all about interpretation - I see a bike which has just finished dragging 3 hapless riders up over a killer hill. The fella at the back is just finishing bowing to the bike - 'we're not worthy....' :)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 19, 2015, 10:43:09 pm: (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a393/gmcloa/PBBB%202015/PBBB%202015%20137_zpsy9d6fsaz.jpg)

First guy: "This is the perfect place to hide it..."
Second guy: "Yes, humanity will forever be spared from this unreliable contraption."
Third guy: "Can we just dump this thing and go home now?"

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Short Stuff on July 20, 2015, 10:13:32 am: Quote from: Tex on July 19, 2015, 10:43:09 pm
(http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a393/gmcloa/PBBB%202015/PBBB%202015%20137_zpsy9d6fsaz.jpg)

First guy: "This is the perfect place to hide it..."
Second guy: "Yes, humanity will forever be spared from this unreliable contraption."
Third guy: "Can we just dump this thing and go home now?"

Tex

First guy: "It's windy today"
Second guy: "No, it's Thursday"
Third guy: "Me too, let's get a beer!"
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 20, 2015, 09:50:49 pm: One down 0.74% to go ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 21, 2015, 10:43:36 am: (https://www.freesites.com.au/login/members/imagemanager/images/ca0daec69b5adc880fb464895726dbdf/breaking%20news/harrow100preentryclosed.jpg)

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 22, 2015, 09:48:46 am: Answers to some of the more frequent questions:

What's the deal with camping?
No need to book, just pay when you get there. Plenty of spots available. Basic showers & toilets on site.

Can we have a campfire?
Yes. Might pay to bring your own wood though.

Can I renew my VERi membership/take out a membership at Harrow?
Yes.

How long is the loop?
Around 90 kms apparently. There'll be a fuel dump approx half way around.

When's the next event after Harrow?
Blackwood, August 29-30.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Colin Jay on July 22, 2015, 01:05:37 pm: Best wishes to all heading to Harrow for the weekend. I hope the sun shines and you all have a great ride. I and extremely envious of you all and pissed that I can't get down for this years event, damn doctors and the DTI!

I look forward to seeing all the pictures of Japanese bikes broken down, stuck in dog holes and generally being trounced by the far superior euro bikes, which will once again rain supreme.

CJ
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on July 22, 2015, 02:50:23 pm: The Vinduro Penrite Team have completed preparations. We'll pack the trailer tomorrow and head down to Wodonga as the first step in the 2000+km round trip.
This trip makes Sarah and my 3rd Harrow, and Mark is continuing his unbroken run since its inception.
We hope to get to our accommodation just outside Harrow late on Friday arvo.

See you there!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 22, 2015, 08:53:48 pm: You guys going the long way round :o ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on July 22, 2015, 10:34:40 pm: Quote from: Ekka on July 22, 2015, 08:53:48 pm
You guys going the long way round :o ;D
We've got a drop-off at Broadford and a pick-up at Ballarat. I don't think there is a shorter way with those constraints. ;)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on July 22, 2015, 10:42:30 pm: Some more answers to some of the more frequent questions:

Will my Euro bike start easily on Sunday morning
No

How will I cope with the envy of not having a Japanese bike?
Drink more Bourbon

How will I get my Euro bike through the river?
Have lots of friends.

What bike is likely to win the show and shine?
Something green.

Will it belong to GMC?
As if.

Which reminds me, what do you call a good looking Arab?
Asif
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 22, 2015, 11:34:17 pm: Latest update from the blokes on the scene right now:

10am start on Saturday, last riders away no later than 2pm.
8am start on Sunday, last riders away no later than 2pm.

There'll be a fuel stop/check point at around the half way point of the approx 100 km course.

Conditions described as "primo".

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 23, 2015, 08:06:36 pm: Bike is ready, not sure about me though :)

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/morerevsm3/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/002_zpssedcmyfy.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/morerevsm3/media/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/002_zpssedcmyfy.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: kdx Geoff on July 23, 2015, 08:56:42 pm: Where we're going, we don't need roads ;D

(http://i1297.photobucket.com/albums/ag23/kdxGeoff/IMAG3618_1_zpsh8xpccup.jpg) (http://s1297.photobucket.com/user/kdxGeoff/media/IMAG3618_1_zpsh8xpccup.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 23, 2015, 10:01:13 pm: In Bendigo not far to go tomorrow short drive . Tex I wouldn't trust the words from the primo euro riders mouth ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 24, 2015, 09:08:12 am: Quote
Tex I wouldn't trust the words from the primo euro riders mouth

Normally I wouldn't, but my own sources on the ground have confirmed this info.

Here's a link to an updated entry list:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B834Ap3O8vMdTHVkMko4UFloU0U/view?usp=sharing

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: fred99999au on July 24, 2015, 06:56:22 pm: I'm looking forward to it. Finished prepping the fourhunjie tonight and was going to pack the car but CBF.

Just need to remember to take a camp chair as I will be firecrashing tomorrow night (Tex) and it would be impolite to not bring a chair 2 years in a row.

Just started absolutely bucketing down here. After Beaufort and Hopetoun, I dont want any more cold wet rides...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 26, 2015, 12:36:37 pm: apparently 2 sizes bigger on the main jet was no where near enough to support the mods I made :o

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/morerevsm3/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/001_zpsyrovsuvq.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/morerevsm3/media/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/001_zpsyrovsuvq.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: fred99999au on July 26, 2015, 05:37:26 pm: Doesnt look good, but pistons are cheap at yambits.

In my enthusiasm to not pack the car friday night, I missed a few things...

Had the car loaded yesterday morning, went to put the bike on and noticed I forgot to put the bash plate on after I replaced the clutch. Put that on and upon getting up off the floor, I lent on the pipe which went clunk.

It shouldn't go clunk. Whole bloody thing was loose. Pulled it off and found holes in it in the welding that happened at hopetoun. So a day of fun and excitement with the MIG and high temp paint to hide the welding...

Prolly would have near frozen to death at Harrow anyway. :)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 26, 2015, 05:44:20 pm: I will have to split the cases, bottom end full of alloy particles
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: kdx Geoff on July 26, 2015, 06:16:03 pm: This beautiful little Hodaka was at Harrow on the weekend.

(http://i1297.photobucket.com/albums/ag23/kdxGeoff/IMAG3622_zps763dqkth.jpg) (http://s1297.photobucket.com/user/kdxGeoff/media/IMAG3622_zps763dqkth.jpg.html)
(http://i1297.photobucket.com/albums/ag23/kdxGeoff/IMAG3623_zpsdjqmn1m0.jpg) (http://s1297.photobucket.com/user/kdxGeoff/media/IMAG3623_zpsdjqmn1m0.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: fred99999au on July 26, 2015, 08:14:29 pm: Was it a display Geoff or did it get a lap in?

Actually looking for a few rider reports other than "filled the bottom with melted piston pieces"...

Spewing I missed it.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 26, 2015, 08:29:12 pm: Quote from: morerevsm3 on July 26, 2015, 12:36:37 pm
apparently 2 sizes bigger on the main jet was no where near enough to support the mods I made :o

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y171/morerevsm3/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/001_zpsyrovsuvq.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/morerevsm3/media/tims%20and%20Bens%20cars/001_zpsyrovsuvq.jpg.html)
Just put a bolt in it ,I know a bloke who did that the bike went for while
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: fred99999au on July 26, 2015, 08:43:55 pm: Clean it up and you could weld it too.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 26, 2015, 09:10:25 pm: I asked a few people if they had any Devcon :P
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Momus on July 26, 2015, 09:34:42 pm: I've seen a DT400 piston like that repaired by puddle welding/casting to get a traveller going again.

A bloke named Whirly Wilson, who was a famous fix anything engineer in Ararat, did it for the local Yamaha agent when I worked there as a kid.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 26, 2015, 09:47:05 pm: whirly stil had his contraption car out in the gateway festival parade up until about 3 years ago
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 26, 2015, 09:53:19 pm: Quote
Was it a display Geoff or did it get a lap in?

Actually looking for a few rider reports other than "filled the bottom with melted piston pieces"...

Spewing I missed it.

Pretty sure that the Hodaka was on display only. I daresay most people who took part are too exhausted to write anything right now, or are still travelling. I am a superman, but even so am pretty shattered after 2 x 110 km loops, but I'll try and give a quick overview...

Mate, you missed an awesome event. It was tough, no question, but everyone who completed a lap had a look on their face that was a mix of elation, satisfaction, pride and f**k-I'm-tired!

The ride was epic, and the stories even more so. People had all kinds of adventures, trials, failures, successes, crashes, near misses, break downs, trackside repairs, hilarity and disappointment. This was a real experience. I'll say it again - "epic".

How Stephen and Rob and their helpers managed to come up with this extraordinary course is beyond me, but I'm sure I speak for everyone there when I say that we're glad they did.

Just briefly on my own experience; after a very convivial Friday night (campfire-pub-campfire) I did one lap on Saturday. I had a relatively trouble free run, only getting the XT250 briefly bogged once (thanks for the push Rosco), and got back tired and cold but stoked that I'd completed the course. I had a quieter eve on Saturday night, and in the morn one of my team mates arrived on Sunday morn (the other was a DNS) and we both did a lap today. My back brakes had given up the ghost the previous day, and when we both got flat front tyres early on, so it was an interesting day but we made it through.

Epic.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 27, 2015, 09:09:55 am: Yes a couple of section was challenging but overall good loop thanks to all the hard workers behind scene to make this event happen
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: johnmcc on July 27, 2015, 12:28:17 pm: Hi Tex , my Combat was one of the display bikes , along with a KDX 450 , a TL and I think a SWM . I managed to get 3 laps in on the Thunderdog , with a few? mechanical issues . Big thanks to all the crew who kept the course open till I finally made it home . What a brilliant loop , what an effort to organize an event of that size . VERi thank you for putting together 'Harrow' .
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Curtis on July 27, 2015, 02:23:02 pm: What a awesome weekend! It felt like a true enduro. Im a bit bummed I only got 2 laps in but the little KLX was telling me it couldn't do a third.
I did pull a KTM out of a bog and pass a broken Husky.....that made me feel better..hahaha
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on July 27, 2015, 06:59:55 pm: So what r the results a japanese victory :P
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 27, 2015, 08:16:58 pm: Quote from: Ekka on July 27, 2015, 06:59:55 pm
So what r the results a japanese victory :P

The results are being collated, the numbers crunched, tea leaves mixed with chicken intestines being stirred so the decision can be determined as fairly and accurately as possible. Also, the committee is happy to announce an extension to the cut-off for postal 'donations' from the various factions - in the interest of fairness of course. 8)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 28, 2015, 01:07:44 pm: Back form Harrow 100

Yes 100 kms and a Top event and .Its had every think in it that you wanted some harder bit and some long trails
and fire roads ..

Harrow Loop was a Job well done 100% spot on .But mother nature she would throw a spanner in the weather .
as like the Harrow 100 loop had every think in so did the weather from Sun ,Rain, Wind , .
this did not stop the Big Smiles from every one face as the walked around with a Harrow Bronze , Silver or Gold in there hand ..

100 km is a BIG Job to to do .I do Know how hard it is and a 100 km is a lot of work. NO its a shit load of work .
that spent Days of Hard work to get it Done so well ..
Only a Very dedicated team of Men which I think will be hard to Match .

Not Only Day and Weeks of Marking out a 100 Km Loop The Team of Merry Men lead By Sargent Baker (Steve B)
The Team made up from Duncan W . John R , Koday B , Rob S , Matt D I think I got all the Names right
(as you know I am Shit with Names as well as my spelling )

4 Bridge were Made .. 1 Bridge from a Semi Trailer , 1 Made of steel and 3 from Wood .

Hear is some of the Photos of the event ..

PLEASE have a Look at the work that went into this and then next time YOU go for a Ride .

PLEASE Stop and Think of the work that goes in to the event so you can have a Ride ..

PLEASE BUY some of the Blokes a BEER or Just say Thank You ...

Sargent Baker Steve B With a Smile
(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%205.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%205.jpg.html)

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Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 28, 2015, 01:08:32 pm: (http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/Harro%201.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/Harro%201.jpg.html)

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%202.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%202.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 28, 2015, 01:09:36 pm: Duncan W and Bill C hard at it ....

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%203.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%203.jpg.html)

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%204.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%204.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 28, 2015, 01:10:53 pm: (http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%207.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%207.jpg.html)

Two Bridges ready to go out and to be Placed over Farmers Fence so not to damage them ....

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%206.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%206.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 28, 2015, 01:13:26 pm: (http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%2011.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%2011.jpg.html)

The Team of Hard Worker and a Few Beers on a Job well Done ..

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%2012.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%2012.jpg.html)

Left to Right

Duncan W , Colin ? , Kody B , Sargent Baker Steve B , Rob S , Bill C and Steve ? and Lockey T with Me (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/yes/huge-thumbs-up-smiley-emoticon.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 28, 2015, 01:21:43 pm: Coffee was needed on the way Home a Very nice place a Arrowat ( Don't think that spelled wrigth )

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%20home.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%20home.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: HVA61 on July 28, 2015, 01:34:15 pm: I would like to give a big call out to the guys who turned up mid week at Harrow , to Help the Veri Harrow organising team get this event together.

Dennis from the NSW VTR club , Billy Campbell , Colin and Jezza. These guys worked like " Trojans" to help us get this over the line.

A big personal thanks to Steve Baker for his planning , dedication and drive , "contrary to popular belief he is almost fun to be around". Top job by Reeksy , The Duncster and Kodi Master , great week team , hope we get another crack at it , " maybe we could make it just a little bit longer " , " may be a tunnel " or a special test under lights.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 28, 2015, 02:12:05 pm: No Shoey It was a Top Ride put on By a Top Team of Blokes ..

That Tops That Gold ...

(http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t512/oz555ktm/harro%2013.jpg) (http://s1063.photobucket.com/user/oz555ktm/media/harro%2013.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Spanish Armada on July 28, 2015, 04:10:01 pm: Yes to all those mentioned here and others including the harrow community who made this a great historic event I also take my hat off to u all.The work you all contributed is amazing you need a gold medal just to get it organised and yes 100 kms each day is hard work but worth every bit of a few aches the next day cheers
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 28, 2015, 11:29:44 pm: I must say I was impressed by the guy on the TS185 with old trials tyres who completed the course. Kudos also to my mate's brother who flew down to ride a bike he'd never seen before (CT185) after not riding a dirtbike for 20+ years. He reckons he'll be back next year, and will get his own bike!

There were a few first timers there - quite an introduction to vinduros!

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: the stig on July 29, 2015, 08:50:31 am: Got to agree Tex even thou it was 100 k to the loop if
you took your time and worked with some one as a team
it was doable and enjoyable ..
Thanks to all involved for a great weekend
the stig
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 29, 2015, 10:16:01 am: A great article about this year's event with photos in the latest edition of Scooter News for anyone who hasn't seen it yet.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 29, 2015, 06:40:33 pm: even though I only got about 18ks, I thought it was awesome, first time I have been trail riding (or practically any riding, except a few laps in my ~ 1 acre paddock) for almost 30 years, I was having a ball, and surprisingly stayed on the bike, some bits were very tricky, but am keen to do more events when I get the bike back together and richened up...a lot
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on July 29, 2015, 06:46:19 pm: I have been waiting to see sume Photo .....

I did take a camera down but I am sad to say I did not take the camera with Me on the Loop ! ! ...

In hindsight I should have ..

Dose any One have sum Photo for us all to see that can be seen Hear .???
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 29, 2015, 07:08:31 pm: Quote
I have been waiting to see sume Photo .....

Me too! There are some good ones in Scooter News. The VERi Facebook page & website should hopefully have a few in next day or so too. I only took a handful of pics, but I'll try to get them online as soon as I can.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: fred99999au on July 29, 2015, 08:18:04 pm: Quote
but am keen to do more events when I get the bike back together and richened up...a lot

Well, stick another slug in it or put a bolt in the old one with some silicone (high temp stuff) and go to Blackwood.

Was good fun last year except for me nearly losing my mates bike in a rut that was nearly as deep as an '80 XT250.

Actually thinking about it, the DT175 are pretty forgiving, do you have an air leak somewhere? Have you pressure and vacuum tested the bottom end?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: morerevsm3 on July 29, 2015, 09:32:09 pm: just found the cause of the melted piston, I filled the crank case with petrol Sunday, went to remove the engine from the frame tonight, which necessitates removing the ignition side cover to get one engine mount bolt out, when I loosened the screws, about a cup full of petrol came out...leaking crankshaft seal, who would have thought one could fail after only 25 years, and barely ridden ::)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Short Stuff on July 30, 2015, 07:28:35 am: Quote from: Tex on July 29, 2015, 10:16:01 am
A great article about this year's event with photos in the latest edition of Scooter News for anyone who hasn't seen it yet.

Tex

Any chance you can post up the article (or a link to it) Tex?

I tried to find it, but had no luck :(
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on July 30, 2015, 08:19:32 am: Quote from: Short Stuff on July 30, 2015, 07:28:35 am
Quote from: Tex on July 29, 2015, 10:16:01 am
A great article about this year's event with photos in the latest edition of Scooter News for anyone who hasn't seen it yet.

Tex

Any chance you can post up the article (or a link to it) Tex?

I tried to find it, but had no luck :(

You can call Steve on 0412999905 to get onto the mailing list.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Short Stuff on July 30, 2015, 11:32:23 am: Cheers,

I've sent an email.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Viper79 on July 30, 2015, 12:15:53 pm: Try this link..

https://onedrive.live.com/view.aspx?resid=1EE6ADC562F20F3E!8911&cid=1ee6adc562f20f3e&ithint=file%2cpdf&app=WordPdf&authkey=!AFgEFHYPH4lifVo
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Short Stuff on July 30, 2015, 02:21:51 pm: Yep, that works.

Thanks.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on July 31, 2015, 11:06:38 am: A few pics from this year's Harrow 100...

Saturday

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sat-XR200.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sat-Fuel1.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sat-GreenandGold.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sat-XL.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sat-Ossa.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sat-KTM.jpg)

Sunday

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sun-XR500.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sun-TS185.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sun-ScottandPat.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sun-MickP.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sun-GeoffandPaul.jpg)

(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p311/Tex_VMX/Sun-TT600.jpg)

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Viper65 on July 31, 2015, 04:59:33 pm: Thanks for posting up the link to Scooter News (we've been wondering how to do that!) - Jo is doing emails tonight. It was an excellent event - I'll be back for gold next year!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on July 31, 2015, 05:57:38 pm: Great report Steve and Jo and thank you for being such a great supporter of VERi and Harrow
Regards Steve
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 02, 2015, 07:48:52 pm: Vinduro Penrite Team have edited some footage from Day-1, Saturday. You might see yourself in an awkward situation, or you just might see ME in an awkward situation. Yes, there are blatant plugs for our team sponsor, but you have to admit, the fun is in reliving those gnarly sections!
The footage and editing is not "broadcast quality", but it ain't me day job!

Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4YrwNP_e_k&feature=youtu.be (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4YrwNP_e_k&feature=youtu.be)

Day 2 footage to follow!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Spanish Armada on August 02, 2015, 08:06:21 pm: Thanks for the footage cr750 but a kdx 200 always finds traction ::) :P
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 02, 2015, 09:41:27 pm: Quote from: Spanish Armada on August 02, 2015, 08:06:21 pm
Thanks for the footage cr750 but a kdx 200 always finds traction ::) :P

I might have to lace an 18" rim onto my hub so that I can swap out the 30 year old rubber for something a little more modern and softer!
Look out KDX200!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Flipper on August 02, 2015, 10:35:50 pm: Thanks for the footage - I had to miss Harrow this year, but the video was almost like being there :)
You were lucky at the 21:30 point - that bit of fence was badly placed!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on August 02, 2015, 10:40:25 pm: Quote
Vinduro Penrite Team have edited some footage from Day-1, Saturday. You might see yourself in an awkward situation, or you just might see ME in an awkward situation. Yes, there are blatant plugs for our team sponsor, but you have to admit, the fun is in reliving those gnarly sections!
The footage and editing is not "broadcast quality", but it ain't me day job!

Thanks cr750, I got a real kick out of reliving the experience through your lens! I can't wait for the next installment.

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 03, 2015, 09:22:11 am: Quote from: Flipper on August 02, 2015, 10:35:50 pm
You were lucky at the 21:30 point - that bit of fence was badly placed!
There was a "W" board before it. It is visible on the fence post on the left. I just got too focused on getting some air and completely forgot to respect the course markings!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 11:05:04 am: Great footage noticed there had been a few people following track's instead of arrows
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 03, 2015, 04:46:04 pm: Quote from: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 11:05:04 am
Great footage noticed there had been a few people following track's instead of arrows
There were a few who took the "easy" paths. In general, I like to ride the intended course. When (?) I get a gold medal, I will have earned it!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Ekka on August 03, 2015, 06:52:57 pm: Any results yet
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 07:25:03 pm: Pretty sure the Euro's would have won but as you know I am not biased!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: oz555ktm on August 03, 2015, 09:49:01 pm: Quote from: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 07:25:03 pm
Pretty sure the Euro's would have won but as you know I am not biased!

I read the other Day the results in the Moscow Times.

They were done By the Morego Lessgallope statistics company .

Yes there was more Japanese bike entered at harrow than Euro Bikes .

But More % of Euro Bike Made it Home than the Japanese Bikes ..

So Euro Bike Won Again .. ;D
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: fred99999au on August 03, 2015, 09:56:37 pm: Only going to prove that there are lies, damned lies and Harrow result statistics.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 09:58:32 pm: Well there you have it cant get anyone more unbiased than Dennis
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 03, 2015, 10:16:12 pm: Some Sunday action !
On Sunday I started my GoPro at around the spot where the Saturday battery ran out.

Enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZN-VdNe1IA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZN-VdNe1IA)

I have a little more footage from Sunday to come...
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on August 03, 2015, 10:28:42 pm: Quote
Pretty sure the Euro's would have won but as you know I am not biased!

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Yes there was more Japanese bike entered at harrow than Euro Bikes .

But More % of Euro Bike Made it Home than the Japanese Bikes ..

So Euro Bike Won Again

Sorry to disappoint you folks, but after careful consideration, the VERi committee is pleased to announce (well some of us are) that the victors in 2015 are in fact the riders of the rising sun. Yes, Japanese bikes have taken the prize this year.

Was it the lack of re-badged Kawasakis on the RoW side, or the sheer weight of the 1000 or so Honda XRs entered on the Japanese side? Actually, it was many factors and no doubt there'll be a mix of smug satisfaction and outrage across all those who attended this awesome event. In any case the series is now at a 1-1 tie...

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 10:47:14 pm: I have to ask was it to hard?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 10:52:11 pm: Looking at the footage didnt see any euro bikes stuck how could that be the right result?
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Gday on August 03, 2015, 10:58:12 pm: A short Harrow team green and gold clip my young bloke put together
http://youtu.be/cwNGivFAmYg
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Canam370 on August 04, 2015, 08:18:02 am: Quote from: Tex on August 03, 2015, 10:28:42 pm
Sorry to disappoint you folks, but after careful consideration, the VERi committee is pleased to announce (well some of us are) that the victors in 2015 are in fact the riders of the rising sun. Yes, Japanese bikes have taken the prize this year.
Tex

VERi almost had to have a new new committee elected over this issue. After an extraordinary meeting where careful and considered discussions were robustly entertained, engaging such debating tactics as headlocks, name calling and chinese burns, the Euro supporters finally declaring that they didn't care that the Orientals were still smarting (is that an oxymoron in this case?) from their defeat last year but they were above it all anyway, so to stop all the high pitched whining stated VERi should 'just give it to the Asians this year as a GIFT!' An accurate tally was impossible due to the Asian manufactured playing cards used to keep lap scores failing miserably to survive the conditions - well, who'd have seen that coming? Thanks for picking up the cards for us Tex. Next year a more responsible and less conniving committee member will be sourcing near indestructible scoring tags which will eliminate this scurrelous loophole.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 04, 2015, 10:15:20 am: ... and my final footage from Sunday...

I promise not to post any more video from the event.

To paraphrase Juan Antonio Samaranch, "I declare the 2015 Harrow 100 the best vinduro ever!"
(might be a bit biased, if this https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Presidents_of_the_International_Olympic_Committee#Allegations_of_corruption (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Presidents_of_the_International_Olympic_Committee#Allegations_of_corruption) has any truth to it)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cs39CafiP_I (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cs39CafiP_I)
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 04, 2015, 10:22:25 am: Quote from: Gday on August 03, 2015, 10:58:12 pm
A short Harrow team green and gold clip my young bloke put together
http://youtu.be/cwNGivFAmYg

Much better editing than mine! Well done, Bram Day!!!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: GMC on August 04, 2015, 11:08:16 am: The Euro Vs Japs was a close call this year, most of the Japs decided to take a sabbatical and left the challenge up to a gaggle of XR 200’s of which the Euro’s were still no match.

Quote from: Canam370 on August 04, 2015, 08:18:02 am
After an extraordinary meeting where careful and considered discussions were robustly entertained engaging such debating tactics as....... chinese burns,

Were the Euro burns ineffective?

Quote from: Canam370 on August 04, 2015, 08:18:02 am
Next year a more responsible and less conniving committee member will be sourcing near indestructible scoring tags which will eliminate this scurrelous loophole.

I didn't realize you had given the job to some one else!
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: the stig on August 04, 2015, 02:14:53 pm: Quote from: odd1 on August 03, 2015, 10:52:11 pm
Looking at the footage didnt see any euro bikes stuck how could that be the right result?

Most of the Euro bikes ..75% did not make it to the First control point Water in the Electrics Blown gearboxes
you know Usual Euro rider Excuses ....
A great event VERI the best one yet.
CR750 thanks for some great natural footage if you put them all together and make a Video I'll have 2 copy's
Please....
The stig
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: cr750 on August 04, 2015, 03:53:10 pm: Quote from: the stig on August 04, 2015, 02:14:53 pm

CR750 thanks for some great natural footage if you put them all together and make a Video I'll have 2 copy's
Please....
The stig

Sorry The Stig. My PC is only 32 bit and only 1Mb memory. It can't merge the entire set of clips.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Gday on August 04, 2015, 04:16:44 pm: Quote from: cr750 on August 04, 2015, 10:22:25 am
Quote from: Gday on August 03, 2015, 10:58:12 pm
A short Harrow team green and gold clip my young bloke put together
http://youtu.be/cwNGivFAmYg

Much better editing than mine! Well done, Bram Day!!!

Brams a gun on the editing , makes my head spin watching him , glad you liked it . G
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Harko on August 04, 2015, 04:40:29 pm: Great video footage, fellas. Part 2 looked as slippery as an eel covered in Vaso.

Harko
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: PEZBerq on August 04, 2015, 07:12:15 pm: Looks like great fun was had by all. Great video work and editing. Very professional. Will make it down one day.
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: Tex on August 05, 2015, 10:59:40 am: Quote
VERi almost had to have a new new committee elected over this issue. After an extraordinary meeting where careful and considered discussions were robustly entertained, engaging such debating tactics as headlocks, name calling and chinese burns, the Euro supporters finally declaring that they didn't care that the Orientals were still smarting (is that an oxymoron in this case?) from their defeat last year but they were above it all anyway, so to stop all the high pitched whining stated VERi should 'just give it to the Asians this year as a GIFT!

Hmmm, that's not quite how I remember it. The usual Euro-dodginess began with the RoW camp attempting to get Sepp Blatter onto the VERi committee. This failed like a Husky at a cold start test, and when they realised they couldn't slap any BMW stickers onto Kawasakis after the event they eventually had to hear the music of dozens of contented XRs thumping away and concede defeat.

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Thanks for picking up the cards for us Tex

No worries, but I think I became confused as I was supposed to be assisting with a poker run at the same time. The other club weren't impressed when had to try and make a full house out of enduro checkpoint cards.

Look on the bright side - you can use them as muffler packing for the SWM. They'll last way longer than the rest of the bike...

Tex
Title: Re: 2015 Harrow Vinduro, July 25-26.
Post by: VERi on October 30, 2015, 08:02:19 pm: The November edition of Dirt Action (#198) has a terrific report about the 2015 Harrow 100, be sure to grab yourself a copy!