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North Harbour Rides in conjunction with all of Ulysses Clubs NZ and other charity rides

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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 and an empty bladder.  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. 

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 organisers 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.

While the rides below are predominately on a Sunday, they can be either on a Saturday or Sunday to suit the RIC.  So, let me know if you would prefer to take a ride on a Saturday.

Please note, these distances are approximate and are the return distance.

Please be aware that rides may be cancelled/postponed due to inclement weather, also rides can change in this list. If you are unsure if the ride is taking place please check on Facebook or phone the RIC, before leaving home. NOTE things change. Please contact the RIC for details on the day.


Each RIC will carry a Mobile Phone for emergencies. In an emergency use the number listed next to the relevant RIC.

Please be aware that this list can change at short notice due to inclement weather and RIC availability, best to keep an eye on the events list below and please check out ride status on Facebook on the morning of the ride before you leave home.

  • Thursday 3 April

  • Ulysses Club North Harbour Monthly Branch Meeting, & AGM
    1st Thursday every month. North Harbour Branch Meeting. 5.30 onwards, RSA Hobsonville, 114 Hobsonville Road, Hobsonville.
    Date: Thu 03 Apr 2025
    Time: 05:30 PM - 09:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland)

  • Sunday 6 April

  • The Harbour View Hotel Raglan
    Gather Warehouse Albany 9.30am. Leave 10am. Second gathering point 10.30am Autobhan Cafe Papakura. Leave 11am Long distance ride 380km return. This will be a Coffee Run. Jen Shadbolt and John Irwin Leading
    Date: Sun 06 Apr 2025

  • Thursday 10 April

  • Convoy to Ulysses National AGM in New Plymouth
    John Shearer is traveling to New Plymouth for the Ulysses New Zealand AGM. He will be departing from the Autobahn Café at 9:30 AM, with a convoy of two, three, or four-wheeled vehicles. Everyone is welcome to join John on this trip to New Plymouth. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact John at 0274 822 565.
    Date: Thu 10 Apr 2025

  • Sunday 4 May

  • St John’s Mangawhai Heads- Ambulance Run
    Sunday 4th May- St John’s Mangawhai Heads- Ambulance Run Watch this space. More details to follow…
    Date: Sun 04 May 2025

  • Sunday 18 May

  • Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2025
    Save the date Sunday 18th May 2025
    Date: Sun 18 May 2025

  • Sunday 8 June

  • Coromandel fish and chips Run.
    Medium Ride 270km return Meet at Albany Warehouse car park 9.30am. Leave 10 am. Second stop Autobahn Cafe 10.30am. Leave 11am RIC John Shearer 0274822565
    Date: Sun 08 Jun 2025

  • Sunday 12 October

  • Annual Pink Ribbon Ride - Auckland
    2025 Pink Ribbon Ride. Save the date. The Ride route will be like previous years starting at Auckland Netball Centre and ending at Eden Park. All proceeds to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For more information on the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ visit: https://www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz/
    Date: Sun 12 Oct 2025
    Time: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

  • Saturday 18 October

  • Star Insurance NZ Motorcycle Show 18-19 October 2025
    SAVE THE DATE! FULL DETAILS COMING EARLY 2025. Premier Events and Papakura Rotary Club proudly present: The Star Insure New Zealand Motorcycle Show 2025 In association with CFMOTO �� 18-19 October 2025 �� Auckland Showgrounds, Greenlane �� Gates Open: 9:30am - 5pm As always, the show remains a charitable fundraising event with all profits going back to the community.
    Date: Sat 18 Oct 2025 - Sun 19 Oct 2025

  • Sunday 2 November

  • 2025 Ulysses Club North Harbour Charity Event Annual Ronnie Run All profits go to Ronald McDonald House charity to provide accommodation for families in need with kids at Starship.
    MORE DETAILS TO COME CLOSER TO THE TIME. SAVE THE DATE Neville Dodds and others are working tirelessly in the background to get this event organized and $$ to Ronald McDonald House... Let's get together and help those who need help. Save the date: SUNDAY 02nd November 2025 Let's get together and help those who need help. All profits go to Ronald McDonald House Charities. Over the last 8 years, we have donated approximately $70,000 through your support. THANK YOU.
    Date: Sun 02 Nov 2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

  • Sunday 23 November

  • 2025 *5 Station Poker Run*
    How does it work? Start and Finish at Kaukapakapa. A cooked breakfast and coffee cart will be available before the start, from 8.30am (cost not included in ticket).You will be given your last card here, and a card at each of the four other stations you visit along the way. At the end of the run, whoever has the best poker hand wins the major prize! Registrations start at 8.30am, with the run getting under way at 10am. Tickets are just $30.00 per person pre-purchased online, or $35.00 purchased on the day, which includes your meal - and remember, all proceeds will go to the local Fire Station. Commemorative T-shirts will be available for purchase on the day, too. Don't forget to tell your mates.
    Date: Sun 23 Nov 2025

  • Saturday 6 December

  • 2025 Toy Run sponsored by Vino Orewa
    Give a little Hope This Christmas Many children arrive at their new placements with NOTHING but the clothes on their backs, or with what few items they have hastily shoved into a rubbish bag. Let’s change this, because no child should be made to feel like their belongings are “rubbish”. Additionally, their new caregivers should be able to focus on the emotional needs when a child arrives rather than having to run around doing last minute/late night shopping. That’s where we come in. The backpacks and duffle bags Foster Hope assembles for children entering into care. These backpacks include a carry all bag, toiletries (toothpaste, shampoo, soap, flannel) and some other special personal items that they can call their own, (books, soft toys, etc).
    Date: Sat 06 Dec 2025

  • Friday 27 March 2026

  • Ulysses Club National Rally and AGM
    National Rally and AGM to be held in Nelson, 27-29 March 2026.
    Date: Fri 27 Mar 2026 - Sun 29 Mar 2026

The Rider in Charge (RIC) 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 motorcycle.  They participate entirely at their own risk. 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 road Rules and Laws.