First trackday

[Tricky Mike]

Unfortunately I'll be instructing the blue group

What the hell is that supposed to mean, Pete?
Let's do some laps, mang!

[Ken C]

We understand the nerousness that new track day riders feel. We felt it once, too.

Remember that you won't be alone as a newbie. Typically, we have around 20-30 new TD riders every event. The instructors are trained to cater to you so you can feel as comfortable as possible getting onto the track.

I'll see you in the AM in your initial classroom session that covers procedures, etc.

[Pittenger5]

What the hell is that supposed to mean, Pete?
Let's do some laps, mang!

Forget Pete! You better be bringing the tard so I can follow you for some laps

[OreoGaborio]

What the hell is that supposed to mean, Pete?
Let's do some laps, mang!

unfortunately for him Can't wait to tear it up w/ ya

[brendanp]

Dont be nervous! I bought my 06 gixxer 750 and only rode it on the street like you did.
I had no problems at all. You will feel at home.

[The Snowman]

Nate,

Hope we end up in the same group. My first time out as well. Should be a great time!

[union]

Nate,

Hope we end up in the same group. My first time out as well. Should be a great time!

Youll both be tossed in the red group

[OreoGaborio]

Youll both be tossed in the red group

Yup... at least for the orientation meeting & first rotation or two.

[Pittenger5]

Yup... at least for the orientation meeting & first rotation or two.

Pete can I have permission to bump to yellow this time?

[ThisBitch]

Can I have my own color group? Green maybe? I'm scurred

[OreoGaborio]

Pete can I have permission to bump to yellow this time?

I dunno.... You'll have to talk to Tony himself.

Can I have my own color group? Green maybe? I'm scurred

Is Lesbo a color? How 'bout Rainbow group?

[CEO]

Can I have my own color group? Green maybe?

Yes the Green group sits in the garage and talks about their genitals a lot. You'll be fine in that one.

[Pittenger5]

I dunno.... You'll have to talk to Tony himself.

Aww, guess Ill stay in red

[union]

Unfortunately I'll be instructing the blue group, otherwise I'd keep an eye out for ya & give ya some 1 on 1 time up there.

So its me and you eh?

[Just_Jeff]

come over my place tonight, drink a c& c, hang out with me an Denno and we can put your fears to rest.

This is the best advice I have heard yet regarding a 1st time trackday

[JudyGT]

i almost puked into my helmet on my first track day. seriously! Mike had just made a joke in the class that "try to have fun and don't go throwing up behind your truck" ha ha ha= very funny, right!? And there i was thinking why the hell did i sign up for this! Your kidding me, right- I ain't riding my bike this close to any curb not even the apex, or the bowl was a carousel itself and got me disoriented and dizzy! and how many times did i end up on sand on T3- that turn is for nuts! Turn 11-12- this cannot be for real! LOL
But I will never forget the day I became an addict..... you will be fine, it is all good, all fun, and all the worries are left behind the gates!

well said

[Tricky Mike]

Aww, guess Ill stay in red

Dudes got a handful of LRRS wood...

Bump to blue and let's turn some laps, betch!

[Pittenger5]

Dudes got a handful of LRRS wood...

Bump to blue and let's turn some laps, betch!

If Tony allows me I would love to

[TTD]

As for bumping, the first person to speak to is your group instructor and/or Control Riders.

The general rule is pretty simple though.

If you are doing all the passing and never getting passed... it's time to bump.

In bumping from RED to YELLOW group, however, it's not just about speed. You need to demonstrate intimate knowledge of "the line" and also the ability to ride safely with others.

Any squid can hammer down the straights in RED group and say, "I'm passing everyone".

All too often, people are too anxious to get out of RED. If you're smart, you'll use RED groups relaxed atmosphere to really pinpoint your line and improve your basic riding skills.

[kamikaze]

Aww, guess Ill stay in red

You planning of slowing me down? I am bumping to Blue Group!

[union]

As for bumping, the first person to speak to is your group instructor and/or Control Riders.

The general rule is pretty simple though.

If you are doing all the passing and never getting passed... it's time to bump.

In bumping from RED to YELLOW group, however, it's not just about speed. You need to demonstrate intimate knowledge of "the line" and also the ability to ride safely with others.

Any squid can hammer down the straights in RED group and say, "I'm passing everyone".

All too often, people are too anxious to get out of RED. If you're smart, you'll use RED groups relaxed atmosphere to really pinpoint your line and improve your basic riding skills.

Nothing wrong with hanging in the red group. I did it for my first few days. Some of the passing zones are a bit frustrating especially if someone has a bike that can go faster but I think you learn a lot more by not pushing yourself 100% the first time out.

[The Snowman]

Is Lesbo a color? How 'bout Rainbow group?

wow, just wow.

[NeverlosT]

Is this monsoon going to be over by monday? Lets hope so. I dont mind a little ride in the drizzle. Does the track dry off fast?

I am pumped to learn the line, pick some reference points and crank through some corners. I just wanna hang offffffffffffffffffff

Lets hope it is not too wet come monday!

[TTD]

It looks like the worst case is a few showers for Mon and Tues.

Which is great... cuz then you get a couple of wet sessions in to practice those skills too!

[The Snowman]

It looks like the worst case is a few showers for Mon and Tues.

Which is great... cuz then you get a couple of wet sessions in to practice those skills too!

OY. I'm still a little apprehensive about leaning it over in the rain. Guess I have to grow some and get used to it.