Thinking about doing a track day, but you do not know how to get your bike to and from the track? We have all of your questions answered. Whenever we go to the track we have room for 6 bikes in our trailer. Let us take your bike to the track for you for a minimal fee. Not only will we take the bike to the track we will also provide you the experience of a wonderful track day. What do you get? What you need to do! Braking/Throttle Control When applying the brakes, it is very important to apply them correctly. Start out by using only the front brake. The front brake provides over 90% of the stopping power, and using only the front brake will prevent you from locking up the rear wheel. Apply the brake with consistent, increasing pressure. Don't think of the brake lever as a switch. If you snap it on, you stand the risk of locking your front wheel. The throttle is equally important. You "roll" it on and off, instead of jamming it on and off. The goal of exiting a corner is to constantly roll the throttle on as you pass the apex of the turn. Think of the difference between analog and digital. You can always spot a novice rider by the way they apply the throttle in the turn-it is usually on, off, on, off, on. Your Goal is to be smooth, smooth, smooth. How to Corner Make sure you are on the correct side of the track, far left side for a right hand corner and far right side for a left hand corner. All braking should be done before making the turn, using your front brake. Remember to work the lever SMOOTHLY. As you transition into the turn, look towards the apex of the corner-you go where you look!! The fastest way around a racetrack is to have the correct line through each corner. A "line" is the path you choose to take through a corner. The line you choose determines how fast you complete the turn. When you pass the apex, start to shift your vision forward and down the track. As you start to stand the bike up, start to "roll" the throttle on, remembering to be smooth. Work on your smoothness and make cornering a continuous, seamless, flowing motion. Remember, if you can't be smooth going slow, there is no way you can do it going fast. "Go slow, to Go fast!" Hazardous Riding Any erratic or unpredictable riding is dangerous or otherwise unsafe riding. Remember that nothing exists behind you. Even some seasoned track riders are guilty of looking behind them or worrying about "getting hit from behind". The only thing you have control over is that in front of you. Be predictable, smooth and consistent! Crashing Welcome to a simple and harsh reality. Crashing happens. If you go down, there is nothing you can do to save your bike, so don't fight it. Relax and let go. Before you get up, physically pat the ground to make sure you're not moving. Give a thumbs up to the corner worker to signal you are OK. If you are hurt, stay on the ground and do not move. The Track controller will signal to get someone to you. Riding will be red-flagged and stopped. If you are behind someone going down, try not to watch him/her. There is nothing you can do except to look where you want to go and make an effort to miss them. However, there is a good possibility you will follow him/her off the track if you are looking at them (remember you go where you look). Hold your line and continue riding. Never stop to help someone because you could make the situation worse. If you crash, you may be done for the day. This is at the staff's discretion, which may be influenced by your on-track behavior. If you are allowed to continue riding, you will need to re-tech. Track Day Organizations
Corner Workers, Track Marshal, and Flags There will be corner workers positioned at strategic points around the track to monitor for potential hazards, should any situation occur. They will be armed with flags and radios to alert you of any hazards. Corner workers are essential. The track marshal oversees all activity on the track and is responsible for maintaining a safe environment. What they say goes! Green Flag: Displayed at pit out (start/finish). Track is open and active. WHAT TO BRING TO THE TRACK - Registration information (Photo ID and Registration confirmation) See our additional list for more things to bring! PERSONAL EQUIPMENT NEEDED - Helmet, full-face DOT, SNELL, or European standard approved, with eye protection. No flip-up helmets allowed. No Damaged Helmets! Proper Fitting Helmet! TECH INSPECTION POINTS The items listed below will be checked at the track by the tech inspectors. If any of these items are found unsatisfactory and can't be rectified, you typically will not be allowed to participate for the day. Take this very seriously because it affects everyone's safety. Have a bike that is clean and in close-to-perfect working order. If you crash and are permitted to continue, you will have to go through tech again. Any control rider can re-tech you at any time. Some organizations tech more rigidly with more advanced classes. Check the rules. BODYWORK - Clean and secure, with no loose parts, bolts, or fasteners. These tech inspection items need to be taken care of BEFORE you get to the track. It will save you a great deal of frustration and ensure a day of fun riding instead of a day of turning wrenches. Any questions about tech inspection can be directed to the appropriate track day sponsor. WIRING Wiring is not very difficult, but it is VERY IMPORTANT. How would you feel if you were behind someone at high speed and then suddenly he starts dumping oil in front of you? All because the guy just changed his oil and forgot to tighten his drain bolt. By going through the simple process of wiring these essential items, it is a double check that the bolt will not come loose when riding. Safety wiring is the only reliable way of doing this. If you need help with wiring or have questions, let us know. We can assist you.
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