I would like to do a track day but none of my friends that ride want to spend the money on this. Is there anyone on this site that plans to do a track day over this summer at Mid-Ohio ? Just wondering, would be kind of nice to meet someone off gixxer.com at something like this.
Track day - mid ohio - anyone doing one this summer?
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Probably you will have to attend a class for safety and other reasons. It won't be bad tho. I'm sure you'll learn a lot.
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Usually the novice group meets first thing in the morning and after each session to discuss track rules, etiquette, race line, body position, control rider hand signals etc. Again, depends on the organization
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Sounds like fun, what do you guys recommend for a track noob? So far I'm buying things that I can switch my bike for track and street since it's the only bike I have.
I just got track fairings, new brakes, second set or rims for track tires, braided brake lines, Joe Rocket 2pc suit and slowly will buy boots and gloves and whatever else I need.
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on Mid Ohio's website. i think apex2apex is covering the controll riders again this year.
you shouold go to grattan raceway in Belding Michigan if you was a super fun and technical track. 90% of the turns are blind, off camber, and have elevation changes. and we even have a jump hump. that all depends how how big of ball you have to hit it like it could be. just be caeful on CCW (counter clock wise) days. you will loop over, see it. oh, and Jig will get it on film.
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http://www.midohio.com/School/Courses/Motorcycles/Performance-Track-Riding
Here's the link to mid ohio's website with the details of everything you'll need. I didn't realize there was so many days available. I can make any of these days so if anyone has a preference let me know. Also i'm about 150 lbs 5'8" , i have no idea what size 1 piece suit to get. Any one around my size can chime in with what suit they have and the size?!?!?! THanks
Here's the link to mid ohio's website with the details of everything you'll need. I didn't realize there was so many days available. I can make any of these days so if anyone has a preference let me know. Also i'm about 150 lbs 5'8" , i have no idea what size 1 piece suit to get. Any one around my size can chime in with what suit they have and the size?!?!?! THanks
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im guessing a size 40. im 6'1 and 175 and i squeeze into a 42. i wear a 2008 model hein gericke 1pc.. i cant stand up fully as my boys get the supa squeeze. but fits perfectly in a race position. which is how its supposed to fit. make sure you really read the the tech rules, especially for your riding level. and please for the sake of everyone out there, safety wire your radiator cap, oil fill, and oil drain. or at least silicone it. no one want to have their day postponed from someone going down and leavign a trail of coolant or oil on the track.
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you would be better off with a two piece suit. I just got a Joe rocket 2 piece for my heavy ass used for around $160.
So if you have a brand name jacket it should be easy to find pants for the jacket for a fraction of 1 piece suit.
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really, a 2pc suit for trackdays? you must not be a track rider. of course not, if thats you in your sig then i see where your reasoning comes from. love that gear, and the gear on your lady. excellent protection. :lmao
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https://www.facebook.com/TheMidOhioSchool?ref=ts
Mid-Ohio's Facebook page. They are even taking walk ups for the TD today.
Mid-Ohio's Facebook page. They are even taking walk ups for the TD today.
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1 piece suit all the way all day. I've been down 4 times on the street with just a jacket and wish i was wearing a full piece man. I'm driving up to sportbike track gear in michigan either this week or next and going to get a suit, boots, and gloves that should finish off everything i need.
I'm looking at doing the 2 day novice june 6 and 7th (since i've never done it before but i'm sure i could be in intermediate or advanced) i can drag knee on the street lol. If the 2 day isn't good for anyone how about 1 day? Let me know!
I'm looking at doing the 2 day novice june 6 and 7th (since i've never done it before but i'm sure i could be in intermediate or advanced) i can drag knee on the street lol. If the 2 day isn't good for anyone how about 1 day? Let me know!
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I see that but i am waiting on parts in the mail. My chain and sprocket are shot! i won't even put my tires back on to ride on the street cause the sprocket is soooo sketchy.
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you so funny I didn't laugh. How easy is to find an inexpensive size 38 1pc suit, not that easy. I'm trying to help him out with whatever i know, next time i'll change my sig picture to your likings. Kokloqe.
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cheap and inexpensive should never be in your vocabulary when shopping for gear. unlike your shirt, jeans, and sneakers. lol you shouldnt give gear advise when you wear squid gear while on a bike. yes i preach gear. yes i used to be a ride captian in my local club (see below). and yes i said USED to be, as i quit riding the streets as its too dangerous. so i preach ATTATT on any ride. and for those not in gear that showed up, were asked to leave. ive seen the horrors of wearing your squid gear, thats why i stress gear the way i do. but i do love those nike's bro.
to the OP, check out the wera forum for gear
http://weraclassifieds.com/
and try not to take advise on gear from riders who dont wear any at all.
to the OP, check out the wera forum for gear
http://weraclassifieds.com/
and try not to take advise on gear from riders who dont wear any at all.
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Thanks for that link Demon, i'm checking the gear on there now.
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i'm 5'8" about 155 lbs. I think i need a size 40. I might get this http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Tekn...QhashZitem1e5f3307f7QQitemZ130446198775QQptZApparelQ5fMerchandise#ht_917wt_1002
Not sure though since its a 42. I would rather the suit be tight than lose on me.
Not sure though since its a 42. I would rather the suit be tight than lose on me.
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or this one http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Tekn...-EUR-50-/180647784161?pt=Apparel_Merchandise&hash=item2a0f726ee1#ht_5036wt_1167
, do you like Teknic suits are they good quality?
, do you like Teknic suits are they good quality?
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