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Offline Kiwi Dave

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Guzzi Gander is no more
« on: September 06, 2021, 06:12:21 PM »
Hello Folks

As the title says, I have pulled the plug on my Moto Guzzi rental business in New Zealand.  The website has been shut down.

It wasn't a hard decision to make.  I haven't had any rentals for over two years, and --19 effectively shut all borders.

I even strayed from the marque, adding an Indian FTR1200S and a Chief to the stable.  I hope to sell off some of my Guzzis when summer arrives (but no sign of that at the moment).

I will still lurk here, and can be contacted through Guzzigander@gmail.com.

All the best for the future

Dave Gale

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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #1 on: September 06, 2021, 06:19:47 PM »
Sorry to hear Dave. Wish you the best.
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #2 on: September 06, 2021, 06:24:10 PM »
You had a great run, Dave.  You made a real contribution to Guzzi riders the world over.  I'll never forget two of the best rides of my life on your bikes.






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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #3 on: September 07, 2021, 04:12:55 AM »
Thats too bad Dave, I'll never forget the holiday I took riding one of your bikes to visit the Family.

- A rest stop on the Desert road - Kiwi_Kev

- We arrived to a frosty reception in Hunterville

- Last ride with both my Brothers
- trying to emulate this picture of my 3 Uncles
 
 
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #4 on: September 07, 2021, 09:04:47 AM »
Thanks mate! Wish I coulda given one a go.
Do post those bikes when they’re for sale please.
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #5 on: September 07, 2021, 09:23:14 AM »
Hello Folks

As the title says, I have pulled the plug on my Moto Guzzi rental business in New Zealand.  The website has been shut down.

It wasn't a hard decision to make.  I haven't had any rentals for over two years, and --19 effectively shut all borders.

I even strayed from the marque, adding an Indian FTR1200S and a Chief to the stable.  I hope to sell off some of my Guzzis when summer arrives (but no sign of that at the moment).

I will still lurk here, and can be contacted through Guzzigander@gmail.com.

All the best for the future

Dave Gale

My wife and I were supposed to come and visit our son in December 2020.  I was planning to rent and ride while I was there.  Not sure I will ever get to go, or whether he will ever get to leave.  At least we have video chat. 
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #6 on: September 07, 2021, 09:28:05 AM »
Sorry twowheeladdict, video is just not close to the same is it.
Hopefully one day soon you all can meet again real time.
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #7 on: September 07, 2021, 10:55:53 AM »
Sorry twowheeladdict, video is just not close to the same is it.
Hopefully one day soon you all can meet again real time.
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #8 on: September 07, 2021, 03:35:30 PM »
Sorry, Dave. I don't need to tell you that businesses based on tourism have taken it tough in lockdown.  :sad:
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #9 on: September 07, 2021, 05:21:24 PM »
So sorry to hear about this, Dave.

Not many Guzzi rentals around, you were an exotic flower, so to speak!

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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #10 on: September 07, 2021, 07:55:13 PM »
What can I say but all the very best Dave.  I seem to remember you saying at the Motueka rally you were pulling back a bit.

Indian or Guzzi, makes no difference.  As long as you enjoy riding is the main thing.
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Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
« Reply #11 on: September 09, 2021, 05:02:25 AM »
That's a real shame. I was planning to use your services in the future when I'm no longer a slave to my kids and have more time. One of the blokes in the Guzzi club here in Sydney rented a Cali from you a while ago and had a great time.
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