North Harbour Ulysses Newsletter.
Edition 29
December 2016

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Hi All

I can't believe another year is almost past. Time flies when you are having fun. I've certainly enjoyed all the rides I've done with my friends from North Harbour but I always feel like it's never enough so I'm looking forward to racking up the Ks over the summer months.

We have some great rides planned over the summer months and some awesome bike related events to attend as well. Check the Runs List for all the upcoming rides and events.

This is the last newsletter for 2016 and I like to wish you and your families Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Stay safe out there and remind everyone to get off their phones while driving.

Craig McEwan #9243
Ulysses North Harbour

Ulysses North Harbour Facebook Page

Ulysses North Harbour Website

We were disappointed with the turnout for the “Ronnie Run” fundraising ride, we support all the other branch’s but it doesn’t seem to be reciprocal. however 184 bike riders and some pillions enjoyed a good day and although the final tally hasn’t been done yet we should be able to give Ronald McDonald House around $4500.00. Thanks to those riders who came from Auckland, Far North, Thames/Waihi and Waikato Branches.

A big thanks to our Sponsors, Apex Engraving, CycleSpot Group, Heritage Hotel Group, Henry Schein, Techmoto, Ronald McDonald House for the wine and the individuals who gave prizes or product.

Some of us did a “Live the Dream” ride for a very sick 7 year old, the young boy was Robin to Batman and got to live his dream including a ride in the Batman Ferrari, accompanied by the Batman team SUV’s, arresting the Joker during a robbery in Albany and capturing a pirate off Orewa Beach, all with the help of the local police and the Orewa Surf Lifesaving Club. I know we seem to be getting a lot of calls to do community things but to see the smile on this dying boys face was magic and worth all my time. Thanks to those branch members who took part.

Welcome to new members;
John Flood #9523, Judy Duffield #9526 and Angela Thompson #9536.

In the New Year Barry Holland & John Heebink will be doing a RIC night to explain what is involved in being a RIC. We also hope we can get enough riders to do Gold, Silver & Bronze ProRider courses. If you are interested in either contact Barry at bhgh@msn.com . The more members we have taking rides the less you have to do.

It is great to see Diane Webb up & about after having a Pacemaker fitted, should be good for another 20 years Di.

If you think your subs are due there is a list further on, get them paid asap, Debby the National Administration Secretary needs a holiday too.

There is NO Club Night in January our next Club Night is 2^nd February 2017.

DALE & I WISH EVERY-ONE A MERRY CHRISTMAS & A SAFE NEW YEAR.

Wayne Painter #1756NZ L/M
Branch President, North Harbour Branch

Your North Harbour Executive for 2016

Committee Members

Andy Kelly is our Welfare Officer so if you know of a Branch Member who is sick, injured or in need of help from the Branch please contact Andy
on 021 144 9734 or Email Andy

Non Committee Positions

Click here for Printer Friendly Runs Sheet

North Harbour Ulysses AGM is coming up in April 2017
Click here to open the Nomination Form for the 2017 North Harbour Committee

Important Notice!!
Our club nights on the first Thursday of the month and start at 7:30pm during daylight savings

SEX
Now I have your attention. We have a number of the 2016 Ronnie Run T-Shirts that we are clearing at $10 each. They are a brilliant Christmas gift. Bring your $10 to club night on Thursday to pick yours up. Limited numbers in limited sizes. First in first served but they all need to be sold.

Please support North Harbour Branch sponsors.

Cyclespot USA – Burnout Sale
Discounts on all 2015/2016 Indian/Victory models
$1500.00 discount on all 2015 models
$750.00 discount on all 2016 models

SALE ON NOW !!!!!!
Contact Mike 021 486 422 or sales@cyclespotusa.co.nz
61 Barrys Point Road Takapuna – 09 4861136

Cyclespot Group, Major North Harbour Branch Sponsor
Grant donates vouchers monthly for Social Evenings and
advertises in the monthly newsletter.
Pop into Cyclespot and check out the range of bikes & accessories.

North Harbour Ulysses Facebook Page

North Harbour Ulysses Website

Membership Renewal Time
Annual Subs are due for the following members, don’t forget you can do a joint membership renewal. Renewal forms will be out with the December NatMag or email Wayne for a copy waynedale@xtra.co.nz or
Click here to open the membership renewal form.
Payment is due by 31^st December 2016, if paying by Direct Credit you MUST include your name & membership #

Raffles

If it is your birthday this month, don't forget to take a bottle of wine for the raffles on club night.
If you have any unwanted gifts, donate them for the raffle prizes.

Subscriber Details

At the bottom of this newsletter is a link so you can update your subscriber details. There is also a button if you really want to cancel your subscription.

Wine Bottle Caps

Save your bottle tops from your wine bottles and bring along to each monthly meeting. These get passed onto Lions Club who collect as a fundraiser for Child Dialysis. Get your local restaurant on board and have them keep the bottle tops for you.

Andrew Leader runs the "Twists and Turns" low speed manoeuvring sessions that Ulysses set up some years ago.

They are run on the first Saturday of the month at Kelston Girls High School, 1 Archibald Rd, Kelston, West Auckland 0602.

All North Harbour members are invited to attend.

It’s a great opportunity to practice all those key low speed skills in a safe, supportive environment. For instance when did you last practice an emergency stop? Plenty of skilled riders attend to help with technique and encouragement and they are not judgemental. Better to practice where there are people to help pick the bike up if you lay it down!
The school entrance is first on your right as you turn off Great North Road into Archibald Road:

Cheers

Andy #4460

Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council

Tell us where you like to ride

Kiwi motorcyclists are being asked to lend a hand to motorcycle safety by taking a survey and showing us where they ride.

A nationwide survey is underway to identify New Zealand’s most popular touring routes.

The Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council (MSAC), ACC and the NZ Transport Agency have identified sections of road that are the highest risk to motorcyclists.

They’ll now be looking at how and where to most effectively use things like safety barrier under-runs, post protectors, and better signage for motorcyclists.

Before they get to work, they want to find out where you ride and what your favourite routes are. Those taking the survey will also be in with a chance to win one of ten Ride Forever training courses or $1200 worth of safety gear.

You can take the survey now.

Reviews and Photo Gallery

Raffle Prizes and Tattle-Tales Wanted

“Sheriff wants unwanted gifts and wine for birthdays and worthy events in your LIVES “
And please email ‘SHERIFF, I HAVE A TALE’ to Pete.

Motorcycle Tips and Tricks

Summer Motorcycle Maintenance Checklist

Misanthrope - someone who dislikes people in general

Click Here for Printer Friendly Runs List

Ulysses North Harbour
Runs and Event Calendar
email: Runs Coordinator

Rider in Charge (RIC) would appreciate all participants of rides to be at the departure point 10 minutes early with a full tank of gas. If the weather looks suspect then please phone the RIC or check out North Harbour Ulysses facebook page to see if the ride is postponed or cancelled.

The Rider in Charge will be organizing the day. Contact them for details. All riders participating in a Ulysses Ride are expected to hold a current motorcycle license, wear suitable clothing and to have a registered and warranted road-worthy bike.

The organizers and/or the Ulysses Club are not responsible for participants safety and all participants participate at their own risk.

All participants are aware that they are traveling on open public roads and are responsible for their own safety and compliance with all Rules and Laws.

Please check your runs list as some rides or destinations may have changed from initial calendar entry.

Club Night Meeting and Social Evening
Held at Pupuke Golf Club
231 East Coast Road (opp Sunnynook Rd) Campbells Bay
1st Thursday of the Month.
Meals available from 5.30pm and meeting starts at 7.30pm
note change of time during daylight savings

Our next social dinner is on 21 DECEMBER - 5:30pm onwards. Please email W ayne Painter by Monday 19 if you intend to attend.
Africa is located at 1b William Pickering Drive, Albany

Saturday
December 3

Twists & Turns

Kelston Girls High School,
1 Archibald Road, Kelston,
The school entrance is first on your right as you turn off Great North Road into Archibald

4 December - Opononi for Lunch - Up through Forrest or twin bridges, and down again - Opononi or thereabouts for lunch. Long Experienced. Leaving Kaukapakapa at 9am RIC Paul Morrison ph 021 909 350

11 December - Kaiaua/Miranda - Seabird Coast - Departing BP Papakura 10.00 am, head through Hunua through to The Seabird Coast. Short to Medium RIC Mike Davies Ph 02108560977

January 1 - Milky Bar Ride with John Heebrink - 8AM Starting at McDonalds Quay Street, downtown Auckland. Ride through the quiet streets of Auckland with several stops so you can say Happy New Year to your mates. The ride ends with a brunch at around 11.00 am so you can come straight to that if you have slept in. Place of brunch to be announced.

Midweek Tuesday and Wednesday Rides (check out NH Ulysses facebook page for details.)
Are you free to ride Midweek?
Why not join fellow Ulyssians on Wednesday's
Departs NS Cossie Club at 10.30am
Destination decided on the day.
These rides are proving very popular.

Highlight your calendar with these upcoming rides or events.

Runs & Rallies

December
1
North Harbour Ulysses Club Night - Pupuke Golf Club, 231 East Coast Road (opp Sunnynook Rd Campbells Bay, Meals are available from 5.30pm and meeting starts at 7.30pm, Email Wayne for dinner reservations.

3
North Harbour Ulysses Xmas Supper - North Shore Squash Club, Shea Tce, Takapuna 7:30pm till Late $10 per ticket.

Charity Ride - BRONZ Toy Run - Departing 11 am from BMW NZ, Pacific Rise, Mount Wellington. Destination The Warehouse, 26 Warehouse Way, Northcote, Refreshments and toilets available start and finish. Badges 10.00 . Proceeds to Salvation Army
4
Opononi for Lunch - Up through Forrest or twin bridges, and down again - Opononi or thereabouts for lunch. Long Experienced. Leaving Kaukapakapa at 9am RIC Paul Morrison ph 021 909 350

Bikes, Bands and BBQs - Motat is hosting this event BIKES, BANDS & BBQ 10am - 5pm - https://www.facebook.com/events/349976532020383/

11
Kaiaua/Miranda - Seabird Coast - Departing BP Papakura 10.00 am, head through Hunua through to The Seabird Coast. Short to Medium RIC Mike Davies Ph 02108560977

18
Manukau Coastal Cruise - Starting at Manukau Cruising club. Orpheus Drive, Onehunga 10am Short - Anyone. RIC John Heebrink Ph 021 128 5806

21
North Shore Dinner Night - Africa Bar, 1b William Pickering Drive, Albany Every 3rd Wednesday of the month (5:30 onwards), Bar & kitchen. 5:30 onward. Email Wayne if you are attending.

25
MERRY CHRISTMAS

26
Northern Odyssey 2017 - Waikato Ulysses - see Ulyssian 26 December 2017 - 25 April 2017 to complete the Questions

January
1
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Milky Bar Ride Short - anyone - 8AM Starting at McDonalds Quay Street, downtown Auckland. Ride through the quiet streets of Auckland with several stops so you can say Happy New Year to your mates. The ride ends with a brunch at around 11.00 am so you can come straight to that if you have slept in. Place of brunch to be announced.

February
2
North Harbour Ulysses Club Night - Pupuke Golf Club, 231 East Coast Road (opp Sunnynook Rd Campbells Bay, Meals are available from 5.30pm and meeting starts at 7.30pm, Email Wayne for dinner reservations.

5
Leadfoot Festival- Coromandel

12
Metzeler Elephant Run 2017- For more details click here

15
North Shore Dinner Night - Africa Bar, 1b William Pickering Drive, Albany Every 3rd Wednesday of the month (5:30 onwards), Bar & kitchen. 5:30 onward. Email Wayne if you are attending.

17
Back to Basics Rally 17-19 Feb 2017 - Ulysses Waihi/Thames Valley -See Ulyssian for details

18
Tankfest Bikes & BBQ - Chris Tankard , BBQ caterers (menu TBA Approx. 10.00 per rider - 5.00 per pillion plus BBQ all proceeds to Ulysses North Harbour. Registration details to come in 2017

March

2
North Harbour Ulysses Club Night - Pupuke Golf Club, 231 East Coast Road (opp Sunnynook Rd Campbells Bay, Meals are available from 5.30pm and meeting starts at 7.30pm, Email Wayne for dinner reservations.

5
Frankton Thunder and Destination of Ulysses Waikato Toy Run - Check Facebook for more info.

NOTE: Ulysses’ events in BOLD
For more details of each event see ad at end of The Ulyssian, or Ulysses website – www.ulysses.org.nz or, contact local Coordinator or, use Google.

A Message regarding Accommodation for the National Rally in Masterton over Easter 2017

Hello fellow Ulyssians,

The 2017 National Rally is being held in Masterton, Wairarapa over the Easter weekend.
Local motel accommodation is at a premium at this time so members wishing to attend the rally should book now!

* Most on line booking sites will indicate the Motels are full over this period.

* Members should Ring the Motels direct and indicate you are from the Ulysses Club as most (not all) motels are holding rooms for us.

There are a number of conflicting events now being held in Masterton over the Easter Weekend so accommodation is filling fast in Masterton and the the surrounding areas.

Remember - You can always cancel a booking but you can't always make one! ----------- Don't miss out! :-)

Greg Evans
Ulysses Wairarapa Branch Secretary (temp).

The Matakana Village Pub

We have a Biker Burger deal at the Matakana Village Pub.
Homemade Beef Burger & a Beer for only $20.

Come and see us soon.

Norah Yelverton
The Matakana Village Pub
M: 0275164047

Talk to Barry Holland regarding rider training or visit the Prorider website for course and booking information.

Become part of the Pro Rider Community
Visit your local motorcycle/scooter shop and ask about a Ride Forever voucher from Pro Rider, get one for a friend. Book via the Pro Rider website and have your say on our Facebook page!
The Pro Rider Riders Club is coming soon. Keep an eye on Facebook!

Check out ProRider Website for all available courses.
www.prorider.co.nz

Our Club Insurances have been renewed again for the coming year with AON.

Please note, our insurer has made particular mention that we communicate to all members that in the event of a incident that may require activating our insurance policy that the insured party (that's all of us as members of the Club) does NOT admit liability for, or settle any claim or incur any defence costs without the prior written consent of the insurer (that's AON). In other words admit nothing and immediately advise Natcom of the situation.

This information is posted on the links page of the Club website.

Link to website is http://www.ulysses.org.nz/links/

ULYSSES 2016
INSURANCE SCHEME

FROM 1 MARCH 2016

AON has a New Policy Wording with a New Underwriter:

In collaboration with NZI, Aon has a new improved policy wording for Motorcycles. This Prestige Motorcycle Policy gives you the best of the best in cover for all types of On-Road Motorcycles including 3 wheelers, Off-Road Motorcycles including Quad Bikes, Competition Motorcycles (not covered whilst racing), Motorcycle Collections and Classic/Vintage Motorcycles. A new policy wording will be sent out shortly.

Some of the BENEFITS:

New replacement Motorcycle if a total loss occurs within 12 months of the insured motorcycle being first registered as a new Motorcycle up to 20,000km – this increases to 24 months and 30,000km for Ulysses Members.

Windscreen/shield, headlights or tail lights covered – Nil excess

Roadside Assistance is now provided on comprehensively covered motorcycles by
FIRST ASSISTANCE – 0800 120 102

AUTOMATIC RIDING APPAREL cover - $5,000 (indemnity value) any one claim per year.

Option to have REPLACEMENT RIDING APPAREL cover - $5,000 (REPLACEMENT value) any one claim per year. Premium for Ulysses Members $50 plus GST. (Normally $75+GST)

DISCOUNTS DISCOUNTS DISCOUNTS – Age Discounts, Multiple Bike Discount (conditions apply), Loyalty Discounts, Trike Discounts, Named Rider Discounts and the Restricted Usage Discount – this is now based on riding less than 7,500km per year, per bike! (was 5,000km)

LOWER EXCESSES – The standard policy excess is now $250 (plus underage excesses applying), $500 theft excess and on approved track days a $750 excess only will apply.

RIDE FOREVER If you complete a Ride Forever training course, provide us with your certificate and we will apply a NIL excess for one claim within 12 months of completing this course.

Call us on 0800 65 62 64 and ask for Leonie, Annaliese or Brandon if you have any queries.

ASURE Accommodation Group www.asurestay.com
Welcome to ASURE Accommodation Group – a nationwide group of motels, motor inns, motor lodges and apartments strategically placed throughout New Zealand, offering you quality, affordable accommodation.

A 10% discount is available to all Ulysses Club Members for bookings made online on www.asurestay.com using the promo code Ulysses
In addition, all members are eligible to receive our ASURE Loyalty Programme – stay at three or more ASURE properties and receive $100 off your tenth night stay.

Completed loyalty cards must be redeemed direct with the ASURE property and cannot be redeemed online.
Terms & Conditions: Discount available on room only, excludes public holidays and special events and cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion.

You will need to enter your Ulysses Club membership card number to complete your booking – see screenshots below, and you will need your card when you arrive at the accommodation.

RATES QUOTED FOR:
Ulysses

A discount of 10% off the best available fare applies for travel dates
1 February through to 19 December 2016

Booking conditions and instructions for members are:

Each reservation must be made direct with Interislander online at www.interislander.co.nz

Also check out our Premium Plus onboard lounge upgrades for total comfort at www.interislander.co.nz/Premium-Plus.aspx for 18yrs plus

Simply insert the Promo code “XULY1”on the “Payment details” page then click on “enter” and this will apply the discount.

Membership card is required at the terminal on check in. No membership card and retail fares will be charged.

Space is subject to availability at the time of the booking request.

The normal conditions of the above fare type apply - e.g. Easy Change is 100% refundable if cancelled.

Bookings made through our call centre are at regular rates.

Members Free Ads

Space here for Members advert. Please include Your name and membership number.

Paul #8047 & Niki Morrison #8052

Paul Gallagher # 3266

Clive Hawthorne #8617

Dennis Linton

Steve Brackenridge New Member

Ben Becker

Need that badge sewn on, then call in on Merine.
Phone 021 708677

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Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council

Tell us where you like to ride

Kiwi motorcyclists are being asked to lend a hand to motorcycle safety by taking a survey and showing us where they ride.

ULYSSES 2016 INSURANCE SCHEME

ULYSSES 2016
INSURANCE SCHEME