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I've decided to do some track days this summer, and possibly even get into racing for real a little bit later on. I was initially leaning toward picking up a 75cc 2-stroke that caught my eye for a town toy, running a few track days with it and seeing about jumping in the Formula 80 class or whatever it's called on the rare occasion they come around. I've been more or less talked out of running the little bike on the track, since those in the know are convinced it'll be too slow to be any fun. I still might pick it up as an around town fun bike.
For a track day bike that may turn into a starter race bike, I'm leaning toward an EX500. I'm partial to the FZR400's as well, but I hear there's more EX500s @ Louden, which will mean more rider support, more guys running the same setup, etc. Also doesn't hurt that they can be had race-prepped for very short $, like in the 1K category. I'm sure if I get really into it I'll want more bike eventually, but for starting out (on the track, I've ridden some on the street) this is the direction I'm thinking of taking.
What are your thoughts? Anyone racing an EX500, or know anything about them, and want to chime in? Any sick deals I haven't found yet poking around in the for sale forums?
One last question: I've got AlipineStar dirt bike boots. I assume I need a different set designed for street bikes for the track? I've still got pants, a jacket, helmet, etc. from my last street bike. I'll need a pair of all-leather gloves too.
Thanks,
Dan
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Originally Posted by Pookie
I'd still have been curious to read what you wrote pre-edit though.
My guess is you'll want something w/ a little more flex and feel to them. Dirt boots have a lot of toe protection cuz of rocks, roots etc... ya don't need that on the street unless ya go off into the woods, in which case you've got bigger problems. 
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