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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #475 on: March 08, 2013, 08:58:07 AM »
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #476 on: March 08, 2013, 09:09:13 AM »
And there off!.... about to jump on and head on to Middleton hugging the south coast. First stop - Pemberton. I call this "Rob's Big U-Turn".

I look forward to seeing you all there. Good luck to all, enjoy the rides, and stay safe!
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #477 on: March 08, 2013, 09:28:16 AM »
Some caravan owners rent out their vans at Middleton.
However, the Park won't know until they talk to the owners on the weekend.
If this fails I'll find a motel or pub in the one of the surrounding villages.
Lionel, i have a 2 level , 3 bedroom cottage next to the bakery & across the road from the pub if this helps.....  :eat :beer
I know it's out the way in a really inconvenient spot , but it may get you out of trouble  :crackup
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #478 on: March 08, 2013, 09:29:57 AM »
Ride safe Rob you lucky bugger going today  :runyay
 

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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #479 on: March 08, 2013, 11:03:01 AM »

Fare well men!       :rockon         :clap









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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #480 on: March 08, 2013, 11:24:06 AM »
Well my checklist to complete by Sunday Night

this is what i have so far...

Ride Plan Sorted                      Done!
New Tyres                                Done!
Pre Pack of Bike                       Done!
Rally Shirts Boxed Up                Done!
Trophies Picked Up                   Done!
OzSTOC Merch Packed               Done!
Courier All of the above to SA    Done!
New Helmet & Jacket for Teela Done!
Jeans sorted from NEDS           Done!
All Weather Cover for iPhone   Done!
Brake Pads Packed                   Done!
Double checked all Accom         Done!
Double checked Attending list  Done!
Finish Packing the Bike



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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #481 on: March 08, 2013, 01:52:29 PM »
Lionel is currently in transit to Brisbane, but would like to put his hand up for a room (he will confirm all the details when he is back on line).  If it was a room that did not need stairs to climb up to, even better due to the dodgy knees!

Some caravan owners rent out their vans at Middleton.
However, the Park won't know until they talk to the owners on the weekend.
If this fails I'll find a motel or pub in the one of the surrounding villages.
Lionel, i have a 2 level , 3 bedroom cottage next to the bakery & across the road from the pub if this helps.....  :eat :beer
I know it's out the way in a really inconvenient spot , but it may get you out of trouble  :crackup
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #482 on: March 08, 2013, 01:55:47 PM »
And of course make sure that all the Ozstoc flags get to Middleton  :hatwave  I will bring what I have in terms of hats, mugs and stubbie coolers unless you think you have enough.

Well my checklist to complete by Sunday Night

this is what i have so far...

Ride Plan Sorted                      Done!
New Tyres                                Done!
Pre Pack of Bike                       Done!
Rally Shirts Boxed Up                Done!
Trophies Picked Up                   Done!
OzSTOC Merch Packed               Done!
Courier All of the above to SA    Done!
New Helmet & Jacket for Teela Done!
Jeans sorted from NEDS           Done!
All Weather Cover for iPhone   Done!
Brake Pads Packed                   Done!
Double checked all Accom         Done!
Double checked Attending list  Done!
Finish Packing the Bike



Get on Bike Monday and get the hell out of dodge......Waiting patiently....
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #483 on: March 08, 2013, 02:10:52 PM »
And of course make sure that all the Ozstoc flags get to Middleton  :hatwave  I will bring what I have in terms of hats, mugs and stubbie coolers unless you think you have enough.

All good mate, i have everything sorted, i think i will have enough.

as for the flags, the bearers know who they are.....and better have them on board, or well, actually i don't know what we can threaten them with....
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #484 on: March 08, 2013, 02:15:04 PM »
I think I have final plan (subject to any chnages on the way!)

Leaving Canberra from the 7-11 Canberra avenue at 9 am travelling with Sarge down to Lakes Entrance. Either eat at lakes Entrance or go on the Bruthen depending on the time.  Up to Omeo and either take the Great Alpine Way to bright, or take the Omeo Highway to Mt Beauty to Bright, or go through to Tallangatta and back down to bright. All depends on the time and what I feel like (as I will be coming back the next day over the Great Alpine Way may do something different, but the road from Omeo to bright is great..hmmm...).

Meeting Diesel at Wandilligong pub for the night then follow the Diesel route to Cowes, Mt Gambier and Middleton as the overnight stops.

Bike needs to be packed, new helmet have the coms installed, but that won't take long.  Bike works, just needs petrol.  I have laminated the Middleton information and attendance list, as well as the Diesel travel plan.

I just went and bought the latest HEMA motorcycle atlas prepared by the Bear. Come in two books now (maps and best rides) as well as a wall map of Australia.  HEMA also does a Australia Handy Atlas which is similar to the motorcycle atlas, which I find handy in the car to do trip planning regardless of the GPS.

Interestingly, when I checked a few places, the car version has a bit more detail on places (ie the bike one is lacking some place names) perhaps due to the recommended bike routes being on the maps?
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #485 on: March 08, 2013, 02:37:03 PM »
........................then follow the Diesel route to Cowes, Mt Gambier and Middleton as the overnight stops.

If you are coming up from Mt Gambier, I suggest that you cross the Ferry at Wellington, just south of Tailem Bend, and head to Middleton from there.  It will cut out some highway work and put you on some nice back roads.  See  http://goo.gl/maps/M663U   The ferry is free and operates 24 hours.
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #486 on: March 08, 2013, 07:27:41 PM »
Hi Ho, hi Ho, a packing we go...





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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #487 on: March 08, 2013, 07:47:13 PM »
Is that a waterproof pillow ??? Or you don't mind sleeping with a soggy head !!! :p
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #488 on: March 08, 2013, 07:49:10 PM »
Ah well if it looks like rain I can cover it all, simple enough  :thumb only doing 500km a day so no rush at all
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #489 on: March 08, 2013, 09:21:29 PM »
Nice one Ray - just in the nick of time mate!      :rockon


How prophetic!

After booking the bike in and ordering the tyres over a month ago ( and getting confirmation of availability ) I got a phone call this morning.  :phone No Bridgestone BT023's in a 160/70-17 left in the country!!! OK, lets try Dunlop ( yuk ), I think they have one in that size. Same response, nothing in that size either  :fp , But he could get me the rear in the Avon but not the front!. Didn't want to risk the Avon's again :cuss:think1 so what about the Michelin PR3's with a 170/60-17 rear? Half an hour later, yep no worries can have them for tomorrow.  :hatwave

So now I have to try and figure how to carry some extra fuel as I don't know what my range will be now with the extra revs, and I was going to be stretching it on a couple of overnight legs on original size tyres!.

After that all I have to do after the tyres is an oil and filter change and pack ready for an early afternoon departure on Tuesday.

My plan is also to head south, then east with a sleep stop somewhere near Port Augusta. All depends how I feel on the day.

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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #490 on: March 08, 2013, 09:30:20 PM »
Ray, if you sit on 110 Ks, you should get about 464Ks to the reserve light, and 565 to empty. I have the same rear tyre, and a 110/80 18 on the front. Speedo is accurate. Mileage figures are from the run to Augusta. If you are loaded, the range may drop slightly. Have fun
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #491 on: March 08, 2013, 09:32:34 PM »
I have not found any difference between the 160/70 and 170/60 rears in terms of fuel economy (or handling or tyre life for that matter). Only about a needles width difference in revs.  Head winds, load, heavy throttle hand make more difference.  Make the same plans as you would have for the OEM sized tyres, as any range will be just as marginal.

Nice one Ray - just in the nick of time mate!      :rockon


How prophetic!

After booking the bike in and ordering the tyres over a month ago ( and getting confirmation of availability ) I got a phone call this morning.  :phone No Bridgestone BT023's in a 160/70-17 left in the country!!! OK, lets try Dunlop ( yuk ), I think they have one in that size. Same response, nothing in that size either  :fp , But he could get me the rear in the Avon but not the front!. Didn't want to risk the Avon's again :cuss:think1 so what about the Michelin PR3's with a 170/60-17 rear? Half an hour later, yep no worries can have them for tomorrow.  :hatwave

So now I have to try and figure how to carry some extra fuel as I don't know what my range will be now with the extra revs, and I was going to be stretching it on a couple of overnight legs on original size tyres!.

After that all I have to do after the tyres is an oil and filter change and pack ready for an early afternoon departure on Tuesday.

My plan is also to head south, then east with a sleep stop somewhere near Port Augusta. All depends how I feel on the day.

 :dred11
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #492 on: March 08, 2013, 09:37:35 PM »
Except if you hit adverse conditions.  On mine I would not count on a 500km range except if things were really good (ie the fuel gauge moved to the right spots to indicate I was getting around 20kpl).  Last Border run I just made it to 350kms on a full tank due to head winds and road conditions, the other ST11 I was with ran out so I had to make a dash for a fuel can.

Ray, if you sit on 110 Ks, you should get about 464Ks to the reserve light, and 565 to empty. I have the same rear tyre, and a 110/80 18 on the front. Speedo is accurate. Mileage figures are from the run to Augusta. If you are loaded, the range may drop slightly. Have fun
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #493 on: March 08, 2013, 09:46:38 PM »
Using one of my many spread sheets shows an extra 100RPM at 100Ks for the tyre change, nothing really.

The range readings were for a good day to travel, as you well know Ray, At least it gives you an idea of range in good conditions, you know how your bike runs so you can make allowances for the weather.
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #494 on: March 08, 2013, 10:02:01 PM »
Yep, twas a good day for a ride!

Fortunately most of my "long stretches" will be at night where I will probably have to drop my speed a bit anyway due to my furry friends. I have 3 legs on this run between 480-500k ( due to no fuel stations being open ), so I hope I don't get strong headwinds! Using the cruise control also helps a bit.

The calculator I used for the differnce in the tyre sizes shows a 3% difference in the tyre sizes, hopefully not a 3% increase in fuel consumption!! :H
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #495 on: March 08, 2013, 10:06:37 PM »
The RPM increase is a calculated 3% rise, but that doesnt mean a corresponding fuel usage rise. My fuel usage records show no noticeable change in range / fuel usage, so its only conditions on the day and load you need to worry about.
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #496 on: March 08, 2013, 10:09:34 PM »
Ray, if you sit on 110 Ks, you should get about 464Ks to the reserve light, and 565 to empty. I have the same rear tyre, and a 110/80 18 on the front. Speedo is accurate. Mileage figures are from the run to Augusta. If you are loaded, the range may drop slightly. Have fun

I use my GPS for distance calculations, much more accurate than the odometer and best I have got is 525k and according to the bowser I put in just over 25Ltr's. My front is the 120/70 which I find is also quite accurate for some speeds on my speedo! Most of the time 110 on the GPS gives me about 115 - 117 on the speedo and the Odometer will probably show about 200k more than the GPS by the time I get to Middleton! The Japanese bikes are well known for overreading on the speed and ODO!
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #497 on: March 08, 2013, 10:15:40 PM »
Not the white ones... :grin :grin
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #498 on: March 08, 2013, 10:19:46 PM »
Interesting, as on the police models the speedo is basically spot on in terms of distance traveled (civilian models use the same speedo drive etc so should be as good?). Speed wise it is within a needles width of being accurate, but mine was never used by the police and so was not checked, adjusted and confirmed to be accurate.   I have compared it to those roadside test 5km sections, and it always agrees with all those distance to next town signs.

If in doubt, carrying a 2 litre container of fuel saves walking!

Ray, if you sit on 110 Ks, you should get about 464Ks to the reserve light, and 565 to empty. I have the same rear tyre, and a 110/80 18 on the front. Speedo is accurate. Mileage figures are from the run to Augusta. If you are loaded, the range may drop slightly. Have fun

I use my GPS for distance calculations, much more accurate than the odometer and best I have got is 525k and according to the bowser I put in just over 25Ltr's. My front is the 120/70 which I find is also quite accurate for some speeds on my speedo! Most of the time 110 on the GPS gives me about 115 - 117 on the speedo and the Odometer will probably show about 200k more than the GPS by the time I get to Middleton! The Japanese bikes are well known for overreading on the speed and ODO!
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Re: NATIONAL OZSTOC RALLY 2013 15-17th of MARCH
« Reply #499 on: March 08, 2013, 10:52:15 PM »
Ray, try the Pirelli ST Angels, I have them and I love them. Better than the bridgestones.

Worth a try to get the size you want
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