2Fast TrackDay @PIR 7/20

spdfrk · 07-15-2012, 05:17 PM

Anyone have any advice for a "first time in 7 yrs" to the track rider?

I'm thinking....
Day before list of things to do.....

Oil change
remove mirrors
remove rear light and plate assembly
lube and adjust chain
wash

What to pack?

Tools
cooler for water, poweraid etc.
air compressor
quick up gazebo

Any advice would be greatly appreciated....Will be trailering the bike to the track even though I'm half a mile as the crow flies from the track....

Deerhunter · 07-15-2012, 06:23 PM

I think you've got it covered with the exception of fuel, but there's a station about 30 seconds from the track for a fill. Be certain of your front caliper bolts and brake pads. If you're taping your headlights it's a good idea to unplug them. The heat reflection on some bikes is hard on the bulbs. Go ride the bike a few miles after the oil change so you can answer the question in tech truthfully, if asked. Check your coolant.

Stringcheese · 07-15-2012, 06:31 PM

Originally Posted by spdfrk

Anyone have any advice for a "first time in 7 yrs" to the track rider?

I'm thinking....
Day before list of things to do.....

Oil change
remove mirrors
remove rear light and plate assembly
lube and adjust chain
wash

What to pack?

Tools
cooler for water, poweraid etc.
air compressor
quick up gazebo

Any advice would be greatly appreciated....Will be trailering the bike to the track even though I'm half a mile as the crow flies from the track....

Yup, fill the tank and bring a 5 gallon gas can and you're good to go. I usually pull the headlight and turn signal fuses as well. I'll be there. What group are you registered for?

kdoan84 · 07-15-2012, 08:01 PM

My buddy and I are in! First full track day

amehl · 07-16-2012, 10:15 AM

what do you guys do for oil change intervals? I am on 260 miles on my oil change which includes about 210 miles of my last track day. I disconnect the lights on my bike, but it is pretty risky as I ride my bike to the track!

Sentor · 07-16-2012, 10:52 AM

Alex, I have all the tools you'd need at the track to disconnect your lights. Just stop by my pits. I wouldn't think it'd be worth risking the ticket.

amehl · 07-16-2012, 11:04 AM

Originally Posted by Sentor

Alex, I have all the tools you'd need at the track to disconnect your lights. Just stop by my pits. I wouldn't think it'd be worth risking the ticket.

I did it at the track last time and it was a pain in the ass, i bet I can sort it out this time but thanks for the offer!

kdoan84 · 07-16-2012, 05:24 PM

would you guys recommend bringing a tent?

RedKat600 · 07-16-2012, 05:38 PM

Bring a cover of some kind in addition to a lockable box. Somebodies clothes got jacked from their pits today....hope it was a joke and they get them back but it doesn't look like it.

spdfrk · 07-16-2012, 07:07 PM

B group. I figured fuel was given.....thanks for the heads up on the bulb...hadnt thought of that one....

spdfrk · 07-16-2012, 07:10 PM

Originally Posted by RedKat600

Bring a cover of some kind in addition to a lockable box. Somebodies clothes got jacked from their pits today....hope it was a joke and they get them back but it doesn't look like it.

That is truly some messed up shizznt......note to self.....bring lockable box.....

Stringcheese · 07-16-2012, 07:20 PM

Originally Posted by RedKat600

Bring a cover of some kind in addition to a lockable box. Somebodies clothes got jacked from their pits today....hope it was a joke and they get them back but it doesn't look like it.

Did you do the track day? First time I've ever heard of someone getting their stuff jacked. That's fucked up.

Originally Posted by spdfrk

That is truly some messed up shizznt......note to self.....bring lockable box.....

I usually lock my truck and keep my keys hidden in my pit if I'm there by myself. I'm 200 group also and my gopro is coming along. Stop by and say hello. Black Pathfinder and white GSXR.

LilNinjaLVR · 07-16-2012, 07:30 PM

Originally Posted by Stringcheese

Did you do the track day? First time I've ever heard of someone getting their stuff jacked. That's fucked up.

I usually lock my truck and keep my keys hidden in my pit if I'm there by myself. I'm 200 group also and my gopro is coming along. Stop by and say hello. Black Pathfinder and white GSXR.

I'll be there stuff watching too!

Stringcheese · 07-16-2012, 07:34 PM

Originally Posted by LilNinjaLVR

I'll be there stuff watching too!

Did you tell the hubs that he's riding Friday?

spdfrk · 07-16-2012, 07:38 PM

Originally Posted by Stringcheese

Did you do the track day? First time I've ever heard of someone getting their stuff jacked. That's fucked up.

I usually lock my truck and keep my keys hidden in my pit if I'm there by myself. I'm 200 group also and my gopro is coming along. Stop by and say hello. Black Pathfinder and white GSXR.

Kewl. My gopro will be with me as well. Ill have my 73 k5 blazer and a friend on a buell. Will look u up!

LilNinjaLVR · 07-16-2012, 07:53 PM

Originally Posted by Stringcheese

Did you tell the hubs that he's riding Friday?

I did! He's excited! I can't wait...only wish I was riding too now but I have camera and maybe get some good shots of you guys! : )

BobGPz · 07-17-2012, 09:50 AM

Don't forget to bring a camp chair to sit on.

I'm IN to ride!! See you all there Friday morning!!

LilNinjaLVR · 07-19-2012, 12:32 PM

Hoping for a dry track!!!

LilNinjaLVR · 07-19-2012, 01:55 PM

Hoping for a dry track!!!

BobGPz · 07-19-2012, 02:16 PM

Is it Friday yet?
I'm ready


07-15-2012, 05:17 PM	#1
spdfrk Licensed Joined: Sep 2011 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2008 Ducati 1098	2Fast TrackDay @PIR 7/20 Anyone have any advice for a "first time in 7 yrs" to the track rider? I'm thinking.... Day before list of things to do..... Oil change remove mirrors remove rear light and plate assembly lube and adjust chain wash What to pack? Tools cooler for water, poweraid etc. air compressor quick up gazebo Any advice would be greatly appreciated....Will be trailering the bike to the track even though I'm half a mile as the crow flies from the track.... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-15-2012, 06:23 PM	#2
Deerhunter Peg Dragger Joined: Oct 2007 From: Portland, OR I Ride: Motorbikes	I think you've got it covered with the exception of fuel, but there's a station about 30 seconds from the track for a fill. Be certain of your front caliper bolts and brake pads. If you're taping your headlights it's a good idea to unplug them. The heat reflection on some bikes is hard on the bulbs. Go ride the bike a few miles after the oil change so you can answer the question in tech truthfully, if asked. Check your coolant. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-15-2012, 08:01 PM	#4
kdoan84 Endorsed Joined: Oct 2009 From: portland, or I Ride: desmo 996	My buddy and I are in! First full track day __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by kdoan84; 07-15-2012 at 08:08 PM..


07-16-2012, 10:15 AM	#5
amehl Permit Joined: Jul 2011 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 1999 Ducati 750 Supersport	what do you guys do for oil change intervals? I am on 260 miles on my oil change which includes about 210 miles of my last track day. I disconnect the lights on my bike, but it is pretty risky as I ride my bike to the track! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-16-2012, 10:52 AM	#6
Sentor Novice Racer Joined: Feb 2006 From: Beaverton, OR I Ride: 2008 R6 Race Bike - #52 - And whatever's in the shop!	Alex, I have all the tools you'd need at the track to disconnect your lights. Just stop by my pits. I wouldn't think it'd be worth risking the ticket. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-16-2012, 05:24 PM	#8
kdoan84 Endorsed Joined: Oct 2009 From: portland, or I Ride: desmo 996	would you guys recommend bringing a tent? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by kdoan84; 07-16-2012 at 05:27 PM..


07-16-2012, 05:38 PM	#9
RedKat600 Joined: May 2011 From: LaCenter, WA I Ride: 2003 Copper SV1K	Bring a cover of some kind in addition to a lockable box. Somebodies clothes got jacked from their pits today....hope it was a joke and they get them back but it doesn't look like it. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-16-2012, 07:07 PM	#10
spdfrk Licensed Joined: Sep 2011 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2008 Ducati 1098	B group. I figured fuel was given.....thanks for the heads up on the bulb...hadnt thought of that one.... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-17-2012, 09:50 AM	#17
BobGPz Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2010 From: Vancouver, Washington USA I Ride: 1984 Kawasaki GPz 550 (ZX550A1)	Don't forget to bring a camp chair to sit on. I'm IN to ride!! See you all there Friday morning!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-19-2012, 12:32 PM	#18
LilNinjaLVR Chicken Strips Joined: Dec 2006 From: Yayayacolt I Ride: '04 Kawi 636	Hoping for a dry track!!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-19-2012, 01:55 PM	#19
LilNinjaLVR Chicken Strips Joined: Dec 2006 From: Yayayacolt I Ride: '04 Kawi 636	Hoping for a dry track!!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-19-2012, 02:16 PM	#20
BobGPz Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2010 From: Vancouver, Washington USA I Ride: 1984 Kawasaki GPz 550 (ZX550A1)	Is it Friday yet? I'm ready __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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