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testimonialsMarch 2010 Update

Hey Everyone,

We are currently working on 3 great ideas for those of you who don't have a motorbike but would like access to one every now and again.

Idea One: We will be implementing an last minute booking request system where you will be able to get notifications to get the bike for half price for the weekend ahead. Keep a look-out for this on our front page.

How it will work:

1. You will have to register to receive txt messages from us.

2. You will receive a txt message on your telephone when the bike is available at half price

3. If you are the first to call, you get thee bike at half price.

Idea Two: We are trying to set-up a "toys club". By the end of this year we will add a few more cool toys to our fleet (such as jetskis and smaller boats). If you are interested, make sure you let us know.

Idea Three: We would like to know which bikes you want to hire. So, a waiting list will be set-up for the newest model motorbikes. This way you get the bike you want, and we keep growing our fleet with the best motorbikes available.

Feel free to send us an email whenever you want. If you have any ideas of your own, we would love to hear from you!

Keep smiling! And ride safe... Nick

testimonialsSat Aug 29th 2009 Ride

Steve suggested we head to Kyogle, NSW this Saturday for a full-day ride.  I'd like to organise this one from Slacks Creek for all of our Brisbane and Gold Coast Riders.

Here are the details: 

Meeting at Unit 12, 8 Springlands Dr, Slacks Creek, 4127 (that is right off the M1 highway, exit number 26)


Time: 8:30 for a 9am start

2nd Meeting point for those riders from the Gold Coast:  Outpost Cafe, Canungra (Expected time 9:45-10am)

Destination: Kyogle NSW
Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate

Visit: www.thrillrider.com.au/news for this ride info.

Notes:  This one will be another one of those easy rides.  We will not be speeding.  If you want to go fast, drop back and catch up.  This ride is about meeting some great people, having a few laughs, enjoying the scenery and riding on some great roads.

The weather looks perfect as of today: fine and 15C to 25C all day.  We will have 4-5 planned stops, and 1stop for lunch.  I expect that we should return around 4-5pm.

If anyone wants to suggest a few great places to stop, let me know.  And also, if you are coming, please reply to this email or give me a call.  We will wait for you if you are on your way.  (I know a few people missed out last week, but that was partly my fault and I will make sure it does not happen again -  but please call: Nick 0420 22 81 43)

Ride safe and keep smiling,
Nick

Ps:  For those of you who don't yet know Steve, he has started a Twitter post for organised rides in this area.  Check it out on: http://twitter.com/goldcoastriders
He has also posted some of the photos from our last ride on: http://goldcoastriders.webs.com/apps/photos/
Thanks for everything Steve.  If you can help spread the word around, do it :)

If I am boring you with these emails, you can always unsubscribe No hard feelings.  Really.  Or invite people to join our rides here: http://thrillrider.com.au/invite-friends

testimonialsSat and Sunday Rides

Ride Pics from Saturday are up!

Hey, Check out the Saturday August 8th 2009 Motorbike Ride Pics

Hey Everyone,


If you are not doing anything important this Saturday or Sunday, come out for a ride or two.

Ride 1: Sat 8th Aug 2009

I've organized a short ride for Saturday, leaving from the Soul z Bar (Chevron Island - GC) and heading through the Hinterland.  We haven't decided on the exact route, but I think well head up to Mt Tambourine and Beechmont for this one.

Meeting: Soul z Bar - Chevron Island - GC - Thomas Dr.
When: 8:45 for a 9am start.

Everyone welcome.  We will just take it easy through the mountains for about 4 hours or so.

Ride 2:  Sunday 9th Aug 2009

This one is a bit longer.  Same meeting spot.  Soul z Bar - Chevron Island.  I would like to head up to ORileys, but we'd have to see how experienced everyone is before we can make that choice. 

Meeting: Soul z Bar - Chevron Island - GC - Thomas Dr.
When: 8:45 for a 9am start.

Everyone welcome.  We will aim to return around 3-4pm.

Email me if you are thinking of coming out.  Or give me a call on 0420228143 if you are on the way and would like us to wait for you.

Cheers,
Nick

What to look for whenhiring a motorbike
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Written by Nick Dinic   
Wednesday, 22 April 2009 00:02

What to look for when hiring a motorbike

Some of us have been burnt very badly when it came to returning a hire bike to the company which was so friendly to begin with. But when it comes to motorcycles for hire, you have to take into consideration the time it takes to sort out the repairs, the trips back and forth to the shop, dealer and/or detailers and also the time the bike is being repaired and is forced to be off the road. Also, parts can be very scarce especially for new motorcycles.

So, how can you avoid not being charged for the excess premium?

Let’s first define what excess is. Insurance Excess on your rental motorbike is what the motorcycle hirer is liable for in case something happens with the motorbike. But motorcycles are not like cars. If you were to drop a fully faired sports motorbike from a stand still position, the damage would usually be around $3,000-$8,000. And there is very little you can do about it. The fibreglass or plastic fairing must be intact for those high speeds. If there is a single crack in the fairing, the bike is deemed unsafe as the fairing rattles and snaps off other parts at higher speeds.

Frame sliders, crash bars or otherwise known as Oggy Knobs prevent cosmetic damage and are quite good when it comes to stand-still drops and/or slow wipe-outs. However, when it comes to higher speeds, the prevention is quite minimal. But even though these bars minimise the damage, they are still quite expensive themselves. For a cheap pair of crash bars you would be paying between $150 and $200 for the pair. After every drop, these would have to be replaced.

So, what counts towards the damages for the insurance excess?

  1. Any scratches which cannot be buffed.
  2. Any damages to the motorbike cosmetics
  3. Excessive tyre wear (such as burn-outs)
  4. Gear damage
  5. Breach of contract

So what can you do to avoid paying excess on the insurance premium?

Well, treat the bike as if it was your own. When you first take possession of the motorbike, make sure you spend some time getting used to it. Take it around the block and practice basics. Stay away from 3-point turns or U-turns until you are absolutely confident you know how the bike handles in such positions. One of the easiest ways to drop a motorbike is whilst doing a U-Turn on the intersection. An average sports motorbike weighs from 200kg to 260kg (including the fuel). Once you lose the balance, there is no stopping it from hitting the gravel. Do not try to turn the bike on a sloping road as this will increase the chances of you dropping it.

Each and every motorbike is different. Every sports motorcycle handles differently. If you are used to riding a cruiser, please spend extra time getting used to the different riding position. All motorbikes have slightly different riding positions. It takes time to get used to the motorbike, and this time is very precious as it can save your life in the long run.
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 22 April 2009 00:09 )