Banks Peninsula, NZ, Spring Day Ride // Northwood to Godley Head - A Sheep Tried To Take Me Out!

Taking the mighty Kawasaki KLX250S out for a ride around Banks Peninsula on a beautiful spring day. In Part 1 we head from Northwood in Christchurch's northern suburbs to Godley Head, at the entrance to Lyttelton Harbour. Experience a scenic Banks Peninsula motorcycle ride on the Kawasaki KLX250S, traveling through Christchurch's eastern suburbs, including the seaside villages of Redcliffs and Sumner. Following this route offers a clear look at the local scenery, including the hills and coastal vistas that make the Banks Peninsula a favourite for dual-sport enthusiasts. Riding the Kawasaki KLX250S through these winding country roads, you can appreciate the versatility of the bike across different surfaces, from smooth pavement to more technical sections near the coast. Subscribe for more dual-sport rides and motorcycle adventures, and let me know in the comments if you prefer coastal routes or mountain passes for your weekend trips. #adventurebike #motorcycle #motorbike 00:00 Intro 00:31 Northwood 04:58 Marshland 07:45 Burwood 18:20 Bromley 22:23 Ferrymead 25:57 Redcliffs 29:03 Sumner 31:27 Evans Pass Road 33:44 Summit Road 41:56 Godley Head What’s in the garage? Garage 1 : Christchurch, New Zealand 🏍️ 2009 Kawasaki KLX250S Garage 2 : Gold Coast, Australia 🏍️ 2021 Honda CRF300L 🏍️ 2026 CFMOTO 450MT Previous bikes I’ve owned 🏍️ 2023 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 🏍️ 2019 BMW F850GS Adventure 🏍️ 2012 BMW G650GS Sertao 🏍️ 2004 Kawasaki KLX400R 🏍️ 2001 Honda XR400R 🏍️ 1981 Suzuki TS125ER