Mid Week News - 20/11/2024

kiaOra HOG Auckland Chapter whanau, welcome to the Midweek Newsletter

ONE DAY : TWO OPEN DAY EVENTS

Choose Your Vibe: Energy or Serenity?

ON SATURDAY 23rd NOVEMBER AT BOTH STORES

Auckland Harley :

Dripping with chaos, Burnout demos, Dyno Competitions & Hotdogs

North Auckland Harley :

Unwind and chill, - Enjoy our Chilled Out day with Pizza & Tattoos and Test-rides.

Or Better Yet, Why Not Experience Both?

Auckland Harley : Open 9am - 4pm , Dyno Shootout prize competition, Burnout displays at 10:30am, 12:30pm and 3:30pm , American Hotdogs, Rolling road for static testrides, Last day of our massive clothing sale, 2024 Model year testrides.

North Auckland Harley : Open 9-2pm, Live Tattooing, Free Harley Inspections, Tattoo Contest, Black Friday Deals, Test Rides, Raffles and Spot Prizes, Free Pizza and Redbull. Featuring Cristana Bugatti from Tattoo Gold.

#HarleyOpenDay

#AucklandHarley

#Testrides

#Burnouts

#BBQ

In Your Midweek News 

• Note from the AD
• Matakohe Ride Review
• Rangiriri Ride Review
• Ardmore Ride Review
• Lets Ride - Chapter Ride Coromandel
• Chapter Night - Guest Speaker, Allen Pukepuke
• MO Bikes of the Week
• MO Photo of the Week
• Harley Insurance
• Dealership Rewards
• HOG.com
• HD Dealership Links
• Social Media Links
• YouTube - Hurunui Coasters
• Health Links
• The Sheriff
• Notices - ECHOG
• Christmas Picnic Registration
• FYI Rides 
• Coming Soon

Note from AD Luppo

kiaora Hoggies, we will have a guest speaker at Chapter Night with Allen Pukepuke from Haven Falls Poutama Tangihanga Funeral Home, who will give a talk about their services and plan for your "eternal ride into the after-life". Allen is Diona's cousin, and she is also one of the Admins at Haven Falls.

Just to note, this will be our last Chapter Night at Akarana for the year with our Christmas Picnic BBQ at Long Bay to double as our last Chapter Night/Day in the park. Please register here to gauge numbers and for catering purposes or register on your Member Jungle app. Our Activities Officer, Amra, is doing a tremendous job in organising this event with the help of your committee. More details to follow.

See you all this Monday and don't forget to bring gold coins for the Sheriff and raffles.

Luppo

Matakohe Midweek Ride Review from RC Luppo

I took the ride as Kevin got held up in the hikoi protest and couldn't cross the harbour bridge. After I spoke with Kev who said he would meet us at Matakohe, 5 bikes, with 2 new members, departed NAHD at 10.30 with 2 pick-ups at Z Silverdale, making it 7 bikes. We all donned our wets as the rain looked threatening. We rode out through Dairy Flat, Waitoki and up SH16 with a regroup in Wellsford, then up SH1. Kev called as we passed through Te Hana and said he had only just crossed the harbour bridge, so he turned around and headed home.

We turned left onto SH12 at the bottom of the Brynderwyn making our way to Maungaturoto, Paparoa and onto our destination of the Gumdiggers Cafe at Matakohe. The expected rain was a no-show with dry roads practically all the way and it was actually sunny after Wellsford, so much for Bergins rain radar ap lol. After refreshments and casual conversation, we headed home.

Most of us had taken our wets off, but I left mine on, lucky, as we got a good dousing of rain coming out of the dome and all along the Puhoi expressway and didn't let up until after Silverdale. Thanks to Darren Craig for TEC duties.

255km for Kauhuna and I

Living to ride riding to live

LUPPO

Rangiriri Ride Review from RC Joe90

As the week progressed the weather forecast went from cloudy, to sunny, to showers clearing in the afternoon.  This meant having an alternative in mind as my intended route would not have been practical in the wet.
As it turned out the weather was very nearly perfect. A little bit windy in places but that had dried out the roads from the morning showers.
After sorting out those intending to ride from those shopping at the sale, 16 bikes left Auckland Harley Davidson for the run south to the Rangiriri Hotel.  Traffic south on the motorway was very good, which couldn’t be said for the northbound traffic.  Which was jam packed from Manukau back the bottom of the Bombays.  We left the motorway at Mercer and crossed over to Highway 22, then ambled south before turning left toward Huntley.  Then left again to take us back north toward the Glen Murray/Rangiriri Road.  A very pleasant cruise in the sunshine with virtually no traffic.
A big thank to Luppo for being tail end.
Joe

Laid Back Coffee Cruise Ardmore Review from RC Bugsy

Hi Guys,

Casual Coffee Ride Sun 17 Nov 2024

Despite the fact that there was an All Black test this morning, and my Mum had already called me an idiot for organising a ride when there was a test on, we had 15 bikes and 17 people head off from Columbus Coffee, Ellerslie to head to the Ardmore Cafe at the Ardmore Airport.  This didn't include the few last-minute cancellations I received.  It was great to see three new members, a guest in the process of buying his Harley and of course everyone else who came along.

Despite the forecast originally being dry with some cloud, most arrived having had a shower or two or rain proper.  With this in mind, a great turnout.

The weather south of where we were heading had been fining up until we got closer to our departure time (of course) so the ride was a mixture of fine spells and showers, wet & dry roads.

The ride got off the motorway at Redoubt Rd, before heading to Ormiston, then around to Clevedon, Clevedon back roads before heading up and over past the Papakura Water Treatment Plant, then on to the Ardmore Airport and the Cafe.

We had it all - motorways, rural straight and windy roads, road works, the usual crap road conditions and animals.

Firstly two loose dogs on the shoulder of the motorway causing traffic to slow, Two horses & riders with two dogs out the back of Clevedon forcing the group to stop and wait for them to pass.

Sadly, there was also a duck that appeared to be either stunned or injured on a windy steep section of road.

Everyone arrived safely at the Cafe, which has a wonderful view of the runway, and we even had a couple of small planes park up right in front of us.

Thanks to Steveo as TEC and Joe for helping from the middle and especially to everyone who came along.  I hope you enjoyed the run.

Cheers, Bugsy

Auckland HOG Sunday Chapter Ride to Coromandel Loop 24.11.24

On this month's chapter ride Tim takes us back around the Coromandel Loop. Come along and socialise together over a meal and refreshments at our destination.

Note: this is a Closed Ride which means it is only open to current HOG Auckland Chapter Members or, by invitation, current members of other HOG Chapters. If you are not a current HOG Auckland Chapter member and want to sample a ride with us then please consider trying one of our short distance Saturday rides or better yet sign up and enjoy all the benefits including our full range of rides and activities.

Depart Location: Z Bombay. <Click here for Map>
Time: 09:30 am - 5:00 pm.
Road Captain: Tim to Lead.

Note: Event end time is a guide only.
The RCs brief takes place 10 minutes before the ride begins.
Please ensure your bike has a current WoF and Registration.
Pillions are welcome to join the ride.
Patches and rockers are optional.
Ride safe and have fun.

Chapter Night and Guest Speaker 25.11.24

Kiaora Auckland H.O.G. whanau.
Members, new members, family and friends are invited to the Akarana Golf Club for our monthly Chapter night. Cash bar and fabulous dinner menu are available. Enjoy a drink and a meal with members before the meeting commences at 7:30 pm. Remember to bring along a few extra dollars & gold coins so you can take part in the door raffles with several draws through the evening giving you chances to win some great prizes. 

Guest Speaker - Allen Pukepuke from Haven Falls Poutama Tangihanga Funeral Home

Time: from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm.
Location: Akarana Golf Club, 1388 Dominion Rd, Mt Roskill. <Click here for Map>

Bikes of the Week

Photo of the Week 

 

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INSURANCE SERVICES

*HARLEY-DAVIDSON INSURANCE SERVICES is a trading style of the Swann Insurance business division of IAG New Zealand Ltd
and policies issued under the trading style Harley-Davidson Insurance Services are issued, administered and underwritten by IAG New Zealand Limited.
Contact the Sales Teams at Auckland or North Auckland Harley-Davidson for more information or to sign up.
Key Features & Benefits
Features & Benefits: Full Cover HOG Member

•  Agreed value policy (inclusive of GST)
• 24/7 Emergency Roadside Assistance
• Riding apparel cover $10,000 ($5000 for rider & $5000 for pillion)
• Accommodation cover following an event up to $500.
• Drive Belts (must be sudden external cause)
• Club & Track Day cover
• Transit cover
• Up to $500 to transport the motorcycle to the nearest repairer following an accident.
• Windscreen & Lenses
• Fatal Accident cover up to $5,000.
• Medical expenses up to $500
• Cover for a replacement motorcycle, valued at less than $65,000 for 30 days from the date of purchase.
• Keys & Locks ($1,000 with a $100excess)
• Optional Named Rider cover
• $20,000,000 Third Party Liability cover
• Faultless Excess
• Flexible payment options
• Transfer of car No Claims Bonus to motorcycle up to a maximum of rating 2 (for riders over the age of 21 with a full motorcycle licence)
• Plain language Policy Wording and Proposal
• Coverage throughout New Zealand

Policy Excesses

An excess is an amount that the insured must pay in relation to a claim under the
Policy.
There are five types of excesses: -
Basic Excess
(or standard excess) is $500 (unless stated otherwise on the schedule)
Age Excess
is based on the age of the rider at the time of the accident. For riders under 25 years
of age, the age excess amount will be $500 (unless stated otherwise). The age excess
does not apply if the motorcycle is stolen.
Licence Excess
Applies to any riders with a Learner or Restricted licence on a LAMS approved
motorcycle. Excess amount $500
Theft Excess
If the motorcycle is stolen, an additional theft excess of $500 applies.
Special Excess
Is usually imposed because of, riding history, claims experience and type of
motorcycle insured. Varies from rider to rider.
N.B. These excesses are added together in the event of a claim. For theft claims, the
insured does not pay any age or licence excess. 

Dealership Rewards for Auckland Chapter Members

Auckland & North Auckland Harley Davidson are very excited to offer the following extra financial benefits to our Auckland Chapter Members.

REWARD MILES POINTS - Double Rewards points on Genuine Parts and Accessories.

This now also includes Double Rewards on Labour!!! Rewards Points are instantly redeemable.

FYI Double Rewards Points = 10% saving.

Birthday Voucher - Double Voucher for your Birthday each year (complete the form to register).

Standard customer = $10 voucher. Auckland Chapter Member = $20 voucher.

Mothers Car/Bike Care Products - Auckland Chapter Members also receive an Automatic 10% off all Mothers Car/Bike Care Products.

Please Note: To take advantage of these benefits, you must be a current financial member of the Auckland Chapter Harley Owners Group (H.O.G)

Reminder: Harley-Davidson Insurance Services offer great benefits to all H.O.G members including a discount on the premium to be paid. More info is available from the Sales Teams at Auckland &  North Auckland Harley-Davidson.

 

Auckland Chapter

Waikato Chapter

East Coast Chapter

Central Districts Chapter

Wellington Chapter

Christchurch Chapter

Deep South Chapter

H.O.G.TM MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
ASSOCIATE MEMBER | $50 PER YEAR
FULL MEMBER | $85 PER YEAR
H.O.G.TM Membership Card
H.O.G.TM Rallies/Events Member Check-in
H.O.G.TM Chapters
H.O.G.TM Ladies of HarleyTM
H.O.G.TM e-Newsletter (Taylored for NZ/AUD Market)
H.O.G.TM Merchandise available from Chapters
H.O.G.TM Members Service Center
H.O.G.TM Mileage Program
H.O.G.TM Patch/Pin
Harley-Davidson MuseumTM Free Admission
H.O.G.TM ABC's of Touring Contest
EagleRider rentals and tours
Safe rider skills recognition and discounted programmes
H.O.G.TM 10, 25, 35-year member recognition
The Enthusiast Magazine
Chapter Organized Events, Rides, Social Get Togethers, Weekends away, Charity
Events, Monthly meetings,
H.O.G.TM Discount on Harley Assist
H.O.G.TM Discounted Insurance (IAG/Swann underwriters)
H.O.G.TM New Travel Portal (hotel/motel discounts)
H.O.G.TM NZ Ferry Crossing Discounts (unique to NZ)
Meeting new people and forming great relationships
Being part of the biggest brands in the world
Great Rides with other like-minded people
New Adventures to be found and roads to ride

 

 Worlds Greatest Motorcycle Show, Auckland 2024

HughBeRiding - Ride to Whangamomona

Hurunui Coasters - Kenny & Lesley from Deep South Chapter - Southern Roar

Deanos Motorcycle Rides 

 

 

 

Thank you to those members who have donated blood, your contribution has helped save 214 lives. Click on the link to learn more.

 

 

MDA and MDN Explained

Trevor Jenkin

National Executive Chairperson, Northern Branch Chairperson &

Calls 4 Charity Ltd Director

Muscular Dystrophy Association of New Zealand

419 Church Street East, Penrose, Auckland 

PO Box 12063, Penrose, Auckland 1642
0800 800 337 |  021 267 4380 | Charity Number: CC31123
facebook.com/MDANationalOffice | www.mda.org.nz

The Sheriffs

Reminder – Don’t forget to drop your mates in it for those little incidents, accidents and infractions. The money obtained/extorted goes to the Chapter Welfare Fund and is used to assist Chapter Members who have had the not so little incidents and accidents.

Email the sheriff sheriff@aucklandhog.org.nz

or call/text  021 959 026

“Never let any truth or facts get in the way of a good story”

Notices

HOG Christmas Picnic BBQ in the Park - Register Here

Beach, barbecue, picnic, great company and good times. Come and join HOG Auckland Chapter for a day at one of Auckland's premier Regional Parks and celebrate another great year on two wheels.

When: Sunday 15 December 
Time: 9:00am onwards
Where: Long Bay Regional Park, Site 1

HOG East Coast Chapter

Join Us in Supporting Michelle’s Fight Against Cancer

Michelle and Martin van den Dungen (fondly known as "Dutchy" in our community) have been cherished members of the East Coast HOG Chapter for years, contributing so much to our riding family.

Last year, Michelle received a terminal cancer diagnosis, and the cost of her essential treatment is overwhelming—approximately $10,000 per month. In their determination to fight this battle, they’ve exhausted personal resources, and now they are preparing to sell their home with Marty now a fulltime caregiver for Michelle.

In solidarity, we’ve sought their blessing to organize a fundraising ride and BBQ on November 30, 2024, starting at the East Coast Harley Dealership. This is a chance for our riding community to rally together for Michelle.

Here’s how you can help:

• Donate directly through their GIVEALITTLE page: Michelle’s Cancer Battle (https://givelittle.co.nz/cause/michelles-cancer-battle).

• Join us at the fundraising BBQ at the East Coast Harley Dealership at 10:30am on November 30, 2024.

• Ride with us to Matata! Stands up at 12:30pm.

Every dollar raised from the BBQ and the ride will go directly to Michelle and Martin.

Let’s come together, not just as a riding community, but as a family, to show Michelle and Martin that they’re not alone in this journey. Please mark your calendars, donate, and share this post far and wide.

#RideForMichelle #SupportOurCommunity #EastCoastHOG

HOG East Coast Chapter

Tough As Nails 07.12.2024 

Standby for all details about this year's ride ..... If your Tough Enough!!

 

FYI Rides

Parakao Store 8th Annual Summer Shindig 1-2/02.25. Click on the image for Facebook details.

Kickdown 2025 - Click on the image

The Head Road Captain

What Our Chapter Can Offer You If You Are A Less Experienced Rider
 
The Auckland Chapter is here to foster members to Ride and Have Fun. We have a
number of options as listed below. We encourage all members to join in, with the caveat
that they are able to ride comfortably at the posted speed limits applicable on the ride. As
we are not licensed instructors, we cannot be there to teach how to ride, but to provide a
safe environment for all our members.
 
What we can and do offer.

In all cases, check out the event calendar on Member Jungle (MJ) for full details.
 

• Sunday morning Laid Back Coffee rides – This ride offers a shorter distance at a slower pace with riders of a similar level of experience to you. It provides an opportunity to meet possible “riding buddies“ and to experience the camaraderie that is part of our Chapter culture.
• Opportunities to find like-minded people and other riding buddies.
• Occasional Sunday brunch events - these are not so much a ride, but again an opportunity to socialise and meet other Chapter members at all levels. Also, we encourage you to come along to Chapter Nights. This is another opportunity to meet other members, find out about Chapter events and locate riding buddies.
• Pathways to obtain training and rider skills :

                    CRIB (Chapter Riding Information Briefing) – This short Saturday morning
session gives you the information you will need on how to ride with the Chapter. Important
protocols such as staggered formation riding and corner marking etc are explained. 
                    Riding Courses - Our safety officer will provide information, pathways and
links to promote riding courses such as the ACC Ride Forever programmes e.g. Pro Rider
bronze and silver courses. These courses are ideal for learning a variety of techniques to
help you not only to enjoy your riding but be safer on the road. Once you learn the skills
you can then spend time on your own (or with your riding buddies) practising them and
gaining more confidence, so that eventually you can handle one of our group rides. Chat
with other Chapter members to see what suits and be ready to ride and have fun.
 
What Level Do You Need to Reach Before Joining A Group Ride
 
Riding in a group may be a new experience for you. That is why the CRIB meeting is so
important as you will learn the way a HOG ride is organised, see the notes above. Riding
is all about confidence and we want to help instil that in our membership, and another
reason we promote the Ride Forever courses, as none of us are perfect. Please feel free
to talk to any of the Road Captains, or any other committee member if you have any
questions about group rides. We want as many riders as possible to enjoy the
camaraderie, to reach our destination safely, and then return home.
If you feel your level of ability and confidence is to a point where you want to “graduate“ to
say a Saturday afternoon ride, you need to be able to consistently keep to the legal speed
limit applicable to the various roads the ride will traverse. 
If for any reason you come on a ride and you are unable to keep up, as we only have a
certain amount of time available, the Road Captain may not be able to wait for you.
However, if that were to happen, you would always be welcome to make your way directly
to the venue at the end, at a speed you are more comfortable with. Pre-ride briefings
and/or a chat with the Road Captain/Tail End Charlie can help you understand what is
happening.
There is nothing as unpleasant or potentially dangerous than feeling you have to keep
up with others. It is important to at all times ride your own ride and not someone elses ride.
Remember to Ride and Have Fun.
Tony Horrocks (Hotrocks) - Head Road Captain

Wanted - Road Captains

If you are interested and think you have the ability and commitment it takes, or you would like to know more, please contact the Head Road Captain or see him on Chapter Nights or on our ride events.

Email: roadcaptain@aucklandhog.org.nz. 

 

Shayne LUPPO Lipsham

Membership Officer

Assistant Director

Mobile: 021 146 1540

Email: membership@aucklandhog.org.nz