Austin Moto Fest, April 13... Be There!

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  • Frank Z.
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    • Sep 2009
    • 1458
    • Austin, TX

    #16
    We're developing load-in/load-out plans for show bikes as i type, and will post info to AMF website once confirmed.

    Regarding helmets, we're planning on a helmet check room... much like a cloak room, only for skid lids. As for backpacks, jackets, gear, etc... well, travel light Will try to accommodate as much as possible, though.

    13 days 'til lift off!
    '80 GS1000ST
    '92 ZX-11
    Past rides: '79 GS1000SN, '84 GPZ900R

    http://totalrider.com/

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    • Frank Z.
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      #17
      If you're into following along with the nonsense, check out AMF's fb page:
      https://www.facebook.com/AustinMotoFest?ref=hl And, if the feelin' hits ya, click on the little Like button!

      ( yeah, i know... facebook )
      '80 GS1000ST
      '92 ZX-11
      Past rides: '79 GS1000SN, '84 GPZ900R

      http://totalrider.com/

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      • chucksuki

        #18
        looks like my wife and I will probably make it there sometime in the afternoon. Kids first soccer games are over by 11:30am here in houston and then it's a nice little drive over to austin so long as the babysitter comes through.

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        • Gregory
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          • Sep 2012
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          #19
          For future AMF years, may get bigger crowds if AMF were a corresponding day to this....

          82 gs1100e FAUX Skunk
          80 gs1000s

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          • Frank Z.
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            • Sep 2009
            • 1458
            • Austin, TX

            #20
            We just acquired this old KZ650 as the project bike to help fund Push Starters. The old girl will be on display at AMF, and after the show the resto will begin with the help of some kind and skilled folks. Then she'll be auctioned off at AMF 2014, and funds will go to help a few underprivileged kids get their MSF instruction and some riding gear.

            '80 GS1000ST
            '92 ZX-11
            Past rides: '79 GS1000SN, '84 GPZ900R

            http://totalrider.com/

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            • chucksuki

              #21
              awesome charity man! Anyway a novice such as myself I can help, let me know.

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              • Frank Z.
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                • Sep 2009
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                • Austin, TX

                #22
                Originally posted by chucksuki
                awesome charity man! Anyway a novice such as myself I can help, let me know.
                Good man, and thanks for offering your services, chucksuki. I envision a few wrenching parties in the not so distant future, and will certainly keep you informed.
                '80 GS1000ST
                '92 ZX-11
                Past rides: '79 GS1000SN, '84 GPZ900R

                http://totalrider.com/

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                • chuck hahn
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                  • May 2009
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                  • Norman, Oklahoma

                  #23
                  Air up the tires and bring her to me...I am all in and I can already see some blinged up polished parts..real diamond right there that just needs some TLC!!!!
                  MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
                  1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

                  NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


                  I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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                  • Frank Z.
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                    • Sep 2009
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                    • Austin, TX

                    #24
                    Originally posted by Gregory
                    For future AMF years, may get bigger crowds if AMF were a corresponding day to this....

                    http://circuitoftheamericas.com/moto-gp
                    Yeah, we had to noodle over the date thing for some time... and decided that it would be a good idea to launch AMF the weekend before the BIG party; less "noise", a chance for locals to become educated about Austin's impressive motorcycling history as well as MotoGP, and not have to worry about the 600 lb. gorilla over-shadowing our little festival with assorted "fan fests" and whatnot.

                    In the end, we were spot on about the date, as COTA is now one of our vendors (they're gonna market the race at AMF) and are offering up a sizable lot of free race passes for us to use at our discretion

                    Next year may be a different story as we grow the festival. Stay tuned!
                    '80 GS1000ST
                    '92 ZX-11
                    Past rides: '79 GS1000SN, '84 GPZ900R

                    http://totalrider.com/

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                    • chuck hahn
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                      • May 2009
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                      • Norman, Oklahoma

                      #25
                      TLC which I just happen to know how to apply..HA HA
                      MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
                      1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

                      NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


                      I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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                      • Frank Z.
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                        • Sep 2009
                        • 1458
                        • Austin, TX

                        #26
                        Originally posted by chuck hahn
                        Air up the tires and bring her to me...I am all in and I can already see some blinged up polished parts..real diamond right there that just needs some TLC!!!!
                        You KNOW you're on the short list, Chuck. Aired the tires before we left the venue; we'll see if she's still standing tomorrow.

                        Awesome that people are getting into this charity effort. Already have had 6 generous folks extending their help and expertise.

                        (edit: now 7 people in!)
                        Last edited by Frank Z.; 04-08-2013, 08:51 PM.
                        '80 GS1000ST
                        '92 ZX-11
                        Past rides: '79 GS1000SN, '84 GPZ900R

                        http://totalrider.com/

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                        • chucksuki

                          #27
                          Originally posted by Frank Z.
                          Awesome that people are getting into this charity effort. Already have had 6 generous folks extending their help and expertise.

                          (edit: now 7 people in!)
                          Not all good people ride GS's, but I'd imagine all people who do are good. There are too many things going on this spring in SE Texas to decide what to do. Every weekend has great events in multiple cities. Austin wins out this weekend. Looks like we should have a babysitter even if the first choice backs out. Can't wait to make the ride with my purty lady and finally put some faces to all the help I've gotten over the last year.

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                          • chuck hahn
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                            • May 2009
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                            • Norman, Oklahoma

                            #28
                            Frank...youll need a GSR sign so we can all do a meet up!! Say noonish at the designated area????
                            MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
                            1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

                            NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


                            I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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                            • GS ace

                              #29
                              Hey Frank, where's the designated area?

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                              • BigD_83
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                                • May 2011
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                                • Vancouver

                                #30
                                Hi Frank.

                                Thanks for the reminder. I know we talked about going down for this, but work has up and grabbed me for the remainder of the month. Pity too, as there are a few dual sports in the Austin area that I am really interested in.

                                Have fun!
                                '83 GS650G
                                '83 GS550es (didn't like the colours in the 80's, but they've grown on me)

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