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Originally Posted by Ken C  The surface is a challenge for those not used to it, but it's not dangerous. They do have to patch T12, though, which I hear is happening.
And the VFR is fine for running at NHIS. As you state, it's not a track bike, but who cares. Ask the guy on the 800 pound BMW RT or the two guys on the 250 Ninjas how much fun they had at the last track day (the smiles were very toothy) and you realize that what bike you bring doesn't have to matter. The VFR will drag its pegs, but some body positioning and smooth inputs make it a decent ride. |
I'm one of the guys on a Ninja 250, and I just completed my 4th and 5th trackdays at NHIS. I have not yet been to other tracks, but I find the surface at NHIS to be part of the challenge, without being dangerous.
As for the choice of bike, almost any bike is suitable for a track day. Since it's not a race, you are not competing against others. If you want to see it in terms of a competition, look at it as you against yourself, or you conquering the track. In other words, try to make your next lap better that your last one where better can mean fast, smoother, or whatever other goal you choose. Actually, those who do suggest I should get a "better" bike help motivate me to do the best I can with the equipment I do have!
Of course, a major part making NHIS enjoyable with Tony's Track Days is Tony and his staff. I always receive great advice from Ken, Pete (who races an EX500), and many others, including Tony himself. The cool this is that many of them hang out here so you can keep the discussions going between the track days. I don't have experience with other track day organizers, but I'm sure they provide similar enjoyable experiences as well.
So, I guess the bottom line is the track is what it is, and the bike is what it is, just but them together and enjoy!