Track Day question

[TTD]

Just to throw out another option...

We worked a deal with Kobe Leathers and they are throwing in a pair of gloves (and sometimes a back protector) with the purchase of the leathers.

All for under $500! On top of that, they donate a set that we give away to a lucky TTD rider.

More details are here...

http://www.tonystrackdays.com/catego...e-leathers.htm

As for helmets, at TTD we're just looking for a decent helmet in excellent condition. We're not real picky on age, but like to see under 7 years or so. As for boots, just be sure they are motorcycle specific and cover the calf area.

[csmutty]

Lets get some advise on gear Please..... I appreciate all the feedback but with a family I have to plan way in advance to buy anything new... lol REALLY

So suits, I have the Frank Thomas 2 peice
THESE are a newer so i am the older model but simlilar, they do zip together

http://www.infinitymotorcycles.com/p...night-jean/858

http://www.frank-thomas.co.uk/index....et-black.html#


BOOTS
Good shape, soul is a bit worn from abuse but good shape
http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=3107



Gloves
HAS a small hole in the palm, I have worn them in pretty good.....
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc...s-rage-gloves/



with the helmets, i know a new one is needed. I will try some out. I like the advise about wind screens but , i guess the question should be, what will a track not except? Certian brands, material and ratings to look for. Thanks. Do not want to buy a new helmet, feel all good, then the track says NO. That would suck..... I really want this
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...-2-Helmet.aspx
But my wallet started to laugh. Thats not good....

what about
http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/s...+helmet+-+2009

http://www.helmetcity.com/page/HC/PR...D-02-40285-rbc

anywhere in Boston that carry's alot of choices?

Personally I would buy new gloves if they have any sort of bad wear or holes. I wear the previous version of these and have raced and been down in them multiple times.. They have held up great and offer great protection, while being much cheaper than other brands. I will be buying a set for this year.
http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=8273

The Shoei X-12 that you mentioned is the helmet that I will be picking up for this year. I would go with a solid helmet without a graphics for a cheaper price.

[butcher bergs]

Jeff,

Don't mess around with the gloves. Not worth the risk at all, IMO.

Regarding helmets and trackdays, the track itself does not inspect helmets and so long as your lid falls within the requirements of the trackday organization you are riding with you will be all set.

I have an extra back protector you can use so don't sweat that part.


As with anything, there are small variances between trackday companies with regards to bike prep and/ or rider requirements. One thing that is common with all of the trackday companies is that they are going to do the very best they can in order to have you make it to the end of the day with a smile.

[jtryz]

looks like i need some new stuff, who knew you can wear out so much on the street, i only have 35K on my Daytona...

The Kobe leathers are under 500? those are nice



Thoughts on My Frank Thomas?

[CBR929RE]

Thoughts on My Frank Thomas?

should be just fine

[nt650hawk]

Hole in gloves = not a good thing. I'd say most of the time your hands hit the deck in a fall.


If you don't go with the KOBE suit the gloves can be had for $90. I'm on my second pair. I like em a lot.

[TTD]

The Kobe leathers are under 500? those are nice

I bought a pair for my wife, and with this new deal there are always several suits floating around our trackdays so you can check out the quality for yourself.

For the price, I think it's a great suit... especially if you get gloves/back protector thrown in!

[jtryz]

just went to Parkway shop in Revere, tried on this

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...00-Helmet.aspx

I like it

[Pigman]

just went to Parkway shop in Revere, tried on this

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...00-Helmet.aspx

I like it

Look on ebay for a Bnew one......alot cheaper than retail

[Dip Dungles]

just went to Parkway shop in Revere, tried on this

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...00-Helmet.aspx

I like it

I have the same helmet. Bought it at Seacoast when they were doing the $100 rebate. It's a major upgrade from my old Scorpion. Comfy, great peripheral view and light as hell.

[jtryz]

Look on ebay for a Bnew one......alot cheaper than retail

looking at 396.00 online but at the store he said 10%off. so same price for the most part.

if you know a better place to look, let me know. I may be over looking something

[xsiliconkid]

The Kobe leathers are under 500? those are nice
?

I recently swiched from $1600 vanson leathers to $500 Kobe.
Kobe are almost as good...vanson definately not worth $1100 more

[jtryz]

and I forgot
SAFETY WIRE!!!!!

Do all tracks expect this

[duey]

looking at 396.00 online but at the store he said 10%off. so same price for the most part.

if you know a better place to look, let me know. I may be over looking something

Contact Dana @ Riverside in Somerville. Tell her you know me from NESR and she should be able to take care of you on the pricing. I know when I worked there I had it setup to give NESR guys a discount but it's been awhile so I'm not sure if she has that setup anymore or not.

[jtryz]

what does something like that run?

[Mustang]

and I forgot
SAFETY WIRE!!!!!

Do all tracks expect this

This is another instance where it varies based on organization, not necessarily track. TTD does not require everything to be safety wired; only that a secondary means of securing the oil filter be installed. Check it!

[OreoGaborio]

It varries from organization to organization, but most orgs require little to no wiring. Usually you're looking at Oil Filter and/or Oil Drain Bolt at most.

[jtryz]

I know I am asking a lot of questions, but my wife is cool enough to let me do these things with out to much hassle she knows riding keeps me normal. I have done tons of riding, very lucky to ride some of the best roads in the East cost but Track is new and exciting.


but in return I have to give her an estimate so there is no SURPRISE factor at the end.... I use to do the O YA I forgot??? never went over well.....

Truthfully, I am not nervous about it. I use to go to Drag nights on the "run what you brung" nights in FL when I was young. And grew up around cars and racetracks with my bro when I was a kid. I feel comfy at a track.

Mentally feel pretty cool just all the requirements that I am not sure about. Think I am a fair rider, mabey a little of a risk taker, but think my knowlege is OK.
Feel like if this is a book, I now the start and finish, but missing some important info in the middle. If that makes sense?
I am sure I will be many times better after a ride, just need to do IT..

What else are we missing?

Gear! check
Safety wire! check
Food, gas, tools stands etc! check

My truck can roll it up in the back. DO THE TRACKS HAVE AN area to unload from a bed or do I need ramps?

O ya, Lodging! can I camp in my tent so i dont spend anymore money. Cause I still need tires.. LOL

[The Snowman]

My truck can roll it up in the back. DO THE TRACKS HAVE AN area to unload from a bed or do I need ramps?

Don't worry about it. I'm sure someone will let you use their ramps.

O ya, Lodging! can I camp in my tent so i dont spend anymore money. Cause I still need tires.. LOL

There is plenty of soft ground for staking a tent down.

Quoting from the TTD site (URL is http://www.tonystrackdays.com/catego...speedway.htm):

"IMPORTANT CHANGE: You no longer have to wait outside the track in the morning. We purchase security starting the night before day one, so you can enter the track anytime after 6PM. Many riders will arrive the night before, unload their bikes, go through tech, etc.

CAMPING: Camping is allowed the night before at all of our NH trackdays. There is no charge and there are showers and electricity available.

FOOD: The restaurant at the track is open for breakfast, coffee, etc. and it is delicious. It is not open for LUNCH, but we do an awesome Lunch Buffet which you can purchase for $15 per person.

If you arrive the morning of the trackday, you can get in any time you arrive, so please be there by 7AM."

[jtryz]

since we are all open for chat, what camera set ups can i have on the bike.
I have a gopro and contour. whats the rule?

[The Snowman]

since we are all open for chat, what camera set ups can i have on the bike.
I have a gopro and contour. whats the rule?

Again, depends on the organization. Some require the camera to be hard-tethered to the bike somehow. (usually zip-tie or safety wire)

[OreoGaborio]

I wouldn't sweat the camera thing yet. Concentrate on getting the basics all lined up & taken care of

But since you already have them, some sort of mounting solution that involves a fail-safe back-up in which it will not dangle should the primary mount fail. In other words, safety wire or zip ties that keeps it relatively in place if the mount gives way and doesn't let it interfere with operation of the bike in any way.

[backinthesaddle]

On the wrong side of the equation I was talking to a guy who has done 1/2 a trackday and he is building a modern 600 for street and track and setting it up with a quick shifter and race throttle. I guess to each his own but in my humble and very novice track day experience nothing feels as confidence inspiring as a new set of tires.

[jtryz]

New tires for me. suspension next

[maxim_X]

I have a Frank Thomas 2 piece from about 2 years ago. It's crap compared to my Vanson. I bring it as a spare but I would be leery to have to put it on.

You can get a brand new Shoei RF1100 for about 400.

My Kobe Gloves lasted 2 crashes and died. I will probably get another pair before next season and they are only about 100. They run about a size larger than A*. I don't know about the suits though.