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15/Sep/23 5:24 am     #17433  
255 rides: ...more like bounce
 
Pounce's Avatar
That's nay good Jack.
Come on, how'd you do it?
14/Sep/23 10:21 pm     #17432  
69 rides: 👨‍🦽
 
Bunga's Avatar
The joys of dirt bikes all the best recovering mate.
14/Sep/23 9:47 pm     #17431  
339 rides: Half-man Half-Crusty
 
Tommy's Avatar
Bad luck Jack hope you have a speedy recovery mate
14/Sep/23 7:53 pm     #17430  
104 rides: Jack of all bikes
 
Jack's Avatar
I’m out for 8 weeks.
Crushed my foot in a small off at JB500 thinking it’s just a muscle tear.
Xrays came back with x5 fractured bones in my foot.
Next week surgeon decided best course of action going forward.
Weather permitting, may just get one or two rides with you boys before the end of this year.
13/Sep/23 4:06 pm     #17429  
339 rides: Half-man Half-Crusty
 
Tommy's Avatar
I'll see you on Saturday at the lakes Roadhouse Mickkal
13/Sep/23 10:04 am     #17428  
164 rides: Supreme Leader
 
MickKal's Avatar


A Lakes Enduro Ride is on for Saturday, Meet at the lakes BP Roadhouse at 8:00 and then drive to carpark. Need fuel for 82 klms and there will be a couple of medium hills and plenty of single. Bush park up so bring a beer for after.
11/Sep/23 10:59 am     #17424  
22 rides: Diehard
 
xradam's Avatar
Great ride report jack cheers
10/Sep/23 8:14 pm     #17423  
104 rides: Jack of all bikes
 
Jack's Avatar
JB500 2023 - (10th Anniversary)

Riders: Inver, KatoTodd, Jersyboy, XRAdam,
Bigal+ Adam, Jack, Mark E - guests (Buzz, JP, Gracey, Brad, Josh)

Day 1:
We gathered bright and early at Inver's to load our overnight bags onto the trailer. With the spirit of adventure coursing through our veins, we brapped our bikes and hit the streets, feeling like true 1%ERS. Our destination? The sand trails that awaited us to Jurien Bay.

The first 20 kilometers set the tone for the next two days. If you weren't a fan of sand, you quickly found out, as one rider took a tumble, experiencing their first taste of dirt. Soon after the black DR400z began spewing oil from its head cover. Both DRz's had to break away from the group to fix the issue, rejoining us later at Moore River. It seemed like Team Suzuki was in for a rough weekend.

The sand tracks continued to challenge us, draining our energy as we made our way to Moore River. The recent rain hadn't reached our coastal communities, leaving the trails dry and dusty.

As we approached Seabird, the black DR400z once again had an oil mishap, this time from a hose connection. We quickly resolved the issue on the trail, but another rider found themselves flying over the handlebars due to a front wheel washout.

After Ledge Point, the tracks opened up to fire trails, allowing us to find our rhythm. At the Lancelin stop, we had to tackle some serious repairs. Rear wheel bearings were replaced, carburetor was retuned, gear shifter was fixed, and we delved deeper into the electrical issues plaguing the yellow DR400z.

With time slipping away and the afternoon wearing on, we made the decision to change our route to Jurien, hoping to make up for lost time by riding along the beach all the way to Cervantes.

It turned out to be one of the most exhilarating beach runs we had ever experienced. The ocean was calm, resembling a smooth milk pond, and at low tide, we were able to venture further than expected, navigating a tricky rock section that led us right into Hangover Bay. From there, we rode on the asphalt to Jurien, where cold beers awaited us as the sun had set.

We enjoyed our dinner at the hotel and continued the festivities back at the house, partying well into the night. Some riders found themselves hydrating more than they had anticipated.

Day 2:
We started the day with a delicious BBQ breakfast, serviced our bikes and ensured the house was left spotless. With our race faces on, we embarked on the journey back to Perth, riding the fire trails.

Along the way, we encountered a few bike issues. The Beta's rear wheel nut came loose, one rider had to deal with a flat front tire, going through two tubes before getting it right. The yellow DR400z continued to struggle with battery charging problems, forcing Adam to break away from the group at Wilbinga. The rest of us battled through whoops and rough sand tracks, eventually making our way back to Quinn's late in the afternoon. As we crossed the finish line, XRCass was there to greet us with cold beers, solidifying his status as a true legend of the CQ’s.

Big thanks to Inver, XRAdam, and Helen for their unwavering support and organization of the 10th JB500. It was yet another fantastic ride.

ROTD goes to Inver for leading the ride for two days at race pace.

















This post was edited on: 11/Sep/23 2:06 pm
10/Sep/23 5:41 pm     #17422  
125 rides: Flat Lander
 
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Yeah another tough ride the old JB500,,,dust ,,whoops and attacking Bees 😁 ,,thanks Inver,,Adam and Helen for organising it ,,,perfect weather,,,great ride,,,great people,,,,great weekend,,,cheers
10/Sep/23 3:21 pm     #17421  
22 rides: Diehard
 
xradam's Avatar
10 years of the jb 500 and still going strong
10/Sep/23 3:13 pm     #17420  
22 rides: Diehard
 
xradam's Avatar
Great ride and great people on the jb500 , will never get bored helping on this trip , thanks to the guys that help me out , battery / flat tire issue
10/Sep/23 12:19 pm     #17419  
104 rides: Jack of all bikes
 
Jack's Avatar
JB500 done and dusted for 2023,
Thanks to Inver, Adam and Helen for their commitment in running this annual event.
We missed you XRCass, hope to see you on next years ride !
Report and photos will be posted shortly.
08/Sep/23 10:18 am     #17418  
164 rides: Supreme Leader
 
MickKal's Avatar
Cheers for the report Dave.
08/Sep/23 0:20 am     #17417  
79 rides: Vintage Motorcycle Rider
 
XRCass's Avatar
Have a good JB500 gents !
07/Sep/23 11:10 pm     #17416  
69 rides: 👨‍🦽
 
Bunga's Avatar
Is there a Woky camp out planned before end of ride season ?
07/Sep/23 8:46 pm     #17415  
53 rides: White Van Man
 
2slow's Avatar
Thanks for letting me sneak in to the ride today at the last minute Mick and as always I appreciate you leading.
Mick, Matt, Matt, Chris, Ken and me.
It was great and conditions were really good although there was a little bit of dust creeping in. A good ride, everyone did well followed by a nice cold beer at the pub.
While the rest of us were having a beer Ken rushed home, bought his wife a birthday present, washed his bike and had the rear shock pulled out of it all by the time I got home. (you'd understand that comment if you were on the ride)
Can't wait for the next one.
05/Sep/23 8:49 am     #17414  
164 rides: Supreme Leader
 
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Anyone free for a ride either Wed or Thurs this week? I am easy on the location.
03/Sep/23 7:24 pm     #17413  
125 rides: Flat Lander
 
KatoTodd's Avatar
Don't you mean Heart Attack Hill 😕
03/Sep/23 7:20 pm     #17412  
164 rides: Supreme Leader
 
MickKal's Avatar
No mention of the Flatlander Hill Todd?
03/Sep/23 11:01 am     #17411  
125 rides: Flat Lander
 
KatoTodd's Avatar
Very nice mixture of tracks yesterday and perfect conditions,, thanks Mick for leading,, Jacko for sweeping and Jack for the Report,, good bunch of blokes as usual,, great day,,cheers 👍
03/Sep/23 7:34 am     #17410  
225 rides: Poster Boy
 
Jacko's Avatar
Thanks for the ride mick and co, and nice report jack.over 90k of nice single track with hills.doesn’t get better than that.
03/Sep/23 7:17 am     #17409  
164 rides: Supreme Leader
 
MickKal's Avatar
Thanks Jack for the report.
02/Sep/23 8:48 pm     #17408  
104 rides: Jack of all bikes
 
Jack's Avatar
Sawyers Singles
MickKal, Tommy, Pounce, Jed, Todd, Jacko, Jack, Ash, 2slow Grant, Dazza, Ross, Ian.

MickKal, having lead his fair share of rides at Sawyers Valley was excited when he planned 92 kilometres of single track with ruts, sand, rocks and optional hills climbs. Overnight rain had made for perfect conditions, it was sure to be an awesome ride.

Thirteen riders turned up at the starting point, a mix of seasoned CQ’s regulars and some newbies all ready to hit the tracks that MickKal had been planning for weeks. MickKal lead the way and set a fast pace. The riders conquered the track with ease, Jacko bringing up the rear to make sure no one was left behind.

As the ride went on the riders became more in sync with each other, the conversation and laughter grew louder, traction was harder to find, rocks hurt more and fuel tanks were running on empty but there was smiles all round at the end of the ride having conquered the Sawyers Singles. All riders had a great time and the day was filled with awesome fun.

A handful that still had some stamina, celebrated their success with drinks at Sawyer's Tavern. Everyone was sore and exhausted, but they all agreed that the ride was amazing and well worth it.

Cheers to MickKal for a good one and Jacko for sweeping.

This post was edited on: 02/Sep/23 8:55 pm
02/Sep/23 6:43 pm     #17407  
53 rides: White Van Man
 
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Thanks Mick for an awesome lead, Jacko for sweeping and everyone else for a great ride (and Jack for a rumoured ride report). I had a great day 99.7k's on my speedo and a good few litres left in the tank, excellent conditions and finish with a pint.
02/Sep/23 4:26 pm     #17406  
339 rides: Half-man Half-Crusty
 
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Thanks for the ride today Mickkal excellent as usual with a good crew
and always feel safe knowing Jackos got your back with sweeping duties
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