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Hypnotiq · 11-24-2008, 01:24 PM

http://www.wmrra.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8391

tokin · 11-24-2008, 01:28 PM

badass

LauraLynne · 11-24-2008, 01:30 PM

bummer I finally graduate and now I can't afford to race - can't afford a transponder AND entry fees.

Essvar · 11-24-2008, 02:22 PM

Yahoo... AMB in all the west coast clubs now!
(unless AFM chooses RFID instead)

Nico if you helped champion this transition, my hat is off to you!

laura keep your eyes open, used amb's come up from time to time, usually go for around 275-300.

cobra525 · 11-24-2008, 02:35 PM

Originally Posted by LauraLynne

bummer I finally graduate and now I can't afford to race - can't afford a transponder AND entry fees.

yeah, i'm not looking forward to that purchase either

Hypnotiq · 11-24-2008, 03:00 PM

Rob, you were going to have to buy a transponder either way.

Troy, I know AFM is deciding in January. I know they said for a fact they will no longer be running DBCom in 2009 and beyond.

And yes, I was the main driver behind it but a lot of other people helped with it, so I can't take all the credit (or as some would have it, blame).

-Nico

cobra525 · 11-24-2008, 03:04 PM

Originally Posted by Hypnotiq

Rob, you were going to have to buy a transponder either way.

Troy, I know AFM is deciding in January. I know they said for a fact they will no longer be running DBCom in 2009 and beyond.

And yes, I was the main driver behind it but a lot of other people helped with it, so I can't take all the credit (or as some would have it, blame).

-Nico

I realize that Nico, but it's still almost twice the cost.
I don't get ant trade in credit.

Essvar · 11-24-2008, 03:08 PM

Originally Posted by cobra525

I realize that Nico, but it's still almost twice the cost.
I don't get ant trade in credit.

But think of all the money you are going to save in the long run... $50 a year on 9V batteries

Oh and if anyone is considering saving a few pennies by getting the hard wired AMB... don't

The rechargeable lasts 4 days and can easily be transfered from bike 2 bike, and it has a good resale value.

late apex · 11-24-2008, 03:53 PM

theJrod · 11-24-2008, 04:07 PM

Nex · 11-24-2008, 04:20 PM

fuck

will there be transponders available to rent?

Evad101 · 11-24-2008, 04:24 PM

I am setting up a group buy, need 10 or more folks to get any sort of a discount.

http://www.wmrra.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8393

Motophotog · 11-24-2008, 04:36 PM

Sweet more fees! WOOT! :p

Nex · 11-24-2008, 04:39 PM

Current model is Tranx260, would Tranx160 work as well?

nocontrol74 · 11-24-2008, 04:48 PM

Originally Posted by Motophotog

Sweet more fees! WOOT! :p

Better than another year with dB Com if you ask me.

Hypnotiq · 11-24-2008, 04:49 PM

Originally Posted by Nex

fuck

will there be transponders available to rent?

WMRRA will have a very limited number of rental units available.

Final rental pricing has not been worked out yet, but expect in the neighborhood ~$60 for transponder rental.

Nex · 11-24-2008, 04:53 PM

Originally Posted by Hypnotiq

Final rental pricing has not been worked out yet, but expect in the neighborhood ~$60 for transponder rental.

Ouch 0_o

Any word on Tranx160? Will these work with the new system as well?

Motophotog · 11-24-2008, 05:00 PM

Originally Posted by nocontrol74

Better than another year with dB Com if you ask me.

depends.....if other racing orgs (Pacific Grand Prix and Supermoto USA) use the same thing.

Hypnotiq · 11-24-2008, 05:01 PM

That's about on par with just about every other race organization on rental price.

I don't know about the Tranx160's.

I do know that if you pick up a used TranX260 and its already registered on mylaps.com with a user, AMB will not change it to you. So keep that in mind when looking at used transponders.

I worked really hard to get all the racers the best deal possible as well as getting a Christmas promotion and getting them to throw in the extended warranty if you buy before March. Y'all know I race as well and keeping the costs down is as important to me as anyone else.

Thanks,
-Nico

bigtbone · 11-24-2008, 05:02 PM

AMB is expensive, but hands-down better than dbcom. The Zoomius RFID stuff is very cool. I know the owner very well....actually spoke to him today. He may be moving to the Spokanistan area

cobra525 · 11-24-2008, 05:05 PM

Originally Posted by Evad101

I am setting up a group buy, need 10 or more folks to get any sort of a discount.

http://www.wmrra.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8393

Dave, when do you want to make the purchse?

I will be interested, but have to make an outright buy(no trade in)

Motophotog · 11-24-2008, 05:05 PM

Originally Posted by bigtbone

AMB is expensive, but hands-down better than dbcom. The Zoomius RFID stuff is very cool.

Def. wont argue that. I just like bitching about having to buy somethign else

THE FLAMING LIPPS · 11-24-2008, 05:10 PM

Originally Posted by nocontrol74

Better than another year with dB Com if you ask me.

amb is a better system. Ommra already uses it so why not.Group buy here I come.

Nex · 11-24-2008, 05:11 PM

Originally Posted by Hypnotiq

I do know that if you pick up a used TranX260 and its already registered on mylaps.com with a user, AMB will not change it to you. So keep that in mind when looking at used transponders.

So they are virtually limiting transponder resale, that's awesome!

Nex · 11-24-2008, 05:15 PM

I did some looking into Tranx160 and looks like it will work with the system BUT 160 is lower power than 260 and intended for kart (i.e. lower to the ground). I have no personal experience with these but the "internet" says it will work as long as it has unobstructed view of the ground.

I did not find any motorcycle road racing accounts of 160 working or not working so take this info what that it is...

Essvar · 11-24-2008, 05:24 PM

The 160 is designed for carts @ 6inches off the ground, it won't read the wire @ 3ft from the ground as it will be on a motorcycle. You won't be picked up and you will end up with the same problems as DBCrap.

As with any big change, initial push back is to be expected. Try to remember how many races DBcrap managed to get right. How many times did you need to fill out forms because you weren't picked up? Did you remember to unplug your 9V?

All of those problems will be wisked away with AMB. Now onto real issues, like the pavement at PR

(And WMRRA running Bridgestone as a spec tire in 2010)

BDF · 11-24-2008, 05:34 PM

You guys quite whimpering I had to buy one of ea now my db com is worthless. maybe some one could convert them to garage door openers.
The joys of riding two clubs.

BDF · 11-24-2008, 05:36 PM

Originally Posted by bigtbone

AMB is expensive, but hands-down better than dbcom. The Zoomius RFID stuff is very cool. I know the owner very well....actually spoke to him today. He may be moving to the Spokanistan area

Tyson, will ORP use AMB ?
thanks Warren

nocontrol74 · 11-24-2008, 05:40 PM

Originally Posted by Essvar

Ted away with AMB. Now onto real issues, like the pavement at PR

(And WMRRA running Bridgestone as a spec tire in 2010)

I'm not worried about the AMB costs. Troy will just sell one less set of tires this year.

dakh · 11-24-2008, 05:44 PM

Originally Posted by nocontrol74

I'm not worried about the AMB costs. Troy will just sell one less set of tires this year.

You mean you prefer to spend more fixing your bike after you bin it on old tires?

cobra525 · 11-24-2008, 05:50 PM

Originally Posted by dakh

You mean you prefer to spend more fixing your bike after you bin it on old tires?

that will happen, old tire or new

Motophotog · 11-24-2008, 05:56 PM

Originally Posted by BDF

maybe some one could convert them to garage door openers.

nocontrol74 · 11-24-2008, 06:01 PM

Originally Posted by cobra525

that will happen, old tire or new

Very funny.

(but deserved....)

bigtbone · 11-24-2008, 06:52 PM

Originally Posted by BDF

Tyson, will ORP use AMB ?
thanks Warren

The plan is to have the loops in before the spring events. BTW, my preliminary guess is a fast lap around 1:38.....we'll see how far off (or close) I am.

BTW Warren, you should do the Racer Support Program.....a few spots still left.

bigtbone · 11-24-2008, 06:57 PM

Originally Posted by Essvar

...And WMRRA running Bridgestone as a spec tire in 2010)

I'll put in a good word for the 'stones

all kidding aside Troy...can you email me the compound/naming designations for the bridgestone dots?

Thanks

Will · 11-24-2008, 07:57 PM

Originally Posted by nocontrol74

Very funny.

(but deserved....)

It's a painful truth. Emphasis on painful.

If the wire is in the pavement, is there any way to set it all up for trackdays as well as race weekends? It would be pretty nice to be able to put the transponder to more use.

cee-jay · 11-24-2008, 09:09 PM

How will this work at Pacific or Spokane? Is there already a wire in place (track imbedded) or ???

Thought this was one of the problems with the AMB system.

cj

cobra525 · 11-24-2008, 09:33 PM

Originally Posted by cee-jay

How will this work at Pacific or Spokane? Is there already a wire in place (track imbedded) or ???

Thought this was one of the problems with the AMB system.

cj

Damn, good point.

I'm not buying two

Hypnotiq · 11-24-2008, 10:30 PM

Pacific has a wire in it. That is not an issue. Spokane will be taken care of once they complete the management transfer. Trust me, it wasn't overlooked.

Buick_65 · 11-25-2008, 08:15 AM

Originally Posted by Hypnotiq

Trust me....

We'll turn you into a politician yet Nico.....

I'll send my kid over to your pit in March. His stocking will be bare with the exception of the receipt for my AMB transponder. He's a mean little booger and holds a grudge.....


11-24-2008, 01:24 PM	#1
Hypnotiq MotoGP Contender Joined: Oct 2005 From: Issaquah, WA I Ride: Race: 06GSXR750 - Street: 09 Eight Four Eight	Important WMRRA Announcement! http://www.wmrra.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8391 __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 01:28 PM	#2
tokin Hello Kitty Fan Joined: May 2007 From: none Blog Entries: 1	badass __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 01:30 PM	#3
LauraLynne Training Wheels Joined: Jul 2008 From: Everett WA I Ride: VTR1000 (street) SV650 (race) CRF150 (dirt)	bummer I finally graduate and now I can't afford to race - can't afford a transponder AND entry fees. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 02:22 PM	#4
Essvar ghetto-fabulous Joined: Jun 2006 From: MetheadsStealYourStuff, OR I Ride: Sticky Rubbers	Yahoo... AMB in all the west coast clubs now! (unless AFM chooses RFID instead) Nico if you helped champion this transition, my hat is off to you! laura keep your eyes open, used amb's come up from time to time, usually go for around 275-300. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 03:00 PM	#6
Hypnotiq MotoGP Contender Joined: Oct 2005 From: Issaquah, WA I Ride: Race: 06GSXR750 - Street: 09 Eight Four Eight	Rob, you were going to have to buy a transponder either way. Troy, I know AFM is deciding in January. I know they said for a fact they will no longer be running DBCom in 2009 and beyond. And yes, I was the main driver behind it but a lot of other people helped with it, so I can't take all the credit (or as some would have it, blame). -Nico __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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11-24-2008, 03:53 PM	#9
late apex MotoGP Contender Joined: Jul 2005 From: moscow, id Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: one handed, looking behind me.	fuck __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 04:07 PM	#10
theJrod Moderator Joined: Feb 2006 From: Marysville, WA I Ride: Scooty Puff Sr: The Doom-Bringer!	fuck __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 04:20 PM	#11
Nex Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2007 From: Seattle I Ride: 2002 RSV Mille & 2003 YZF-R6 & 2006 DRZ250	fuck will there be transponders available to rent? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 04:24 PM	#12
Evad101 Endorsed Joined: Jan 2007 From: Moved to Auburn I Ride: CBR1000RR, CBR900RR, & Z50 Mini	I am setting up a group buy, need 10 or more folks to get any sort of a discount. http://www.wmrra.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8393 __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 04:36 PM	#13
Motophotog Retired Joined: Jun 2006 From: Federal Way I Ride: KTM Supermoto, Plated YZ426 Supermoto, 74 Suzuki GT250 Hustler, Yamaha GT80	Sweet more fees! WOOT! :p __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 04:39 PM	#14
Nex Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2007 From: Seattle I Ride: 2002 RSV Mille & 2003 YZF-R6 & 2006 DRZ250	Current model is Tranx260, would Tranx160 work as well? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 05:01 PM	#19
Hypnotiq MotoGP Contender Joined: Oct 2005 From: Issaquah, WA I Ride: Race: 06GSXR750 - Street: 09 Eight Four Eight	That's about on par with just about every other race organization on rental price. I don't know about the Tranx160's. I do know that if you pick up a used TranX260 and its already registered on mylaps.com with a user, AMB will not change it to you. So keep that in mind when looking at used transponders. I worked really hard to get all the racers the best deal possible as well as getting a Christmas promotion and getting them to throw in the extended warranty if you buy before March. Y'all know I race as well and keeping the costs down is as important to me as anyone else. Thanks, -Nico __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 05:02 PM	#20
bigtbone Training Wheels Joined: Nov 2007 From: Lake Oswego, OR I Ride: Ducati 1098, Honda CRF450r	AMB is expensive, but hands-down better than dbcom. The Zoomius RFID stuff is very cool. I know the owner very well....actually spoke to him today. He may be moving to the Spokanistan area __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 05:15 PM	#25
Nex Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2007 From: Seattle I Ride: 2002 RSV Mille & 2003 YZF-R6 & 2006 DRZ250	I did some looking into Tranx160 and looks like it will work with the system BUT 160 is lower power than 260 and intended for kart (i.e. lower to the ground). I have no personal experience with these but the "internet" says it will work as long as it has unobstructed view of the ground. I did not find any motorcycle road racing accounts of 160 working or not working so take this info what that it is... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 05:24 PM	#26
Essvar ghetto-fabulous Joined: Jun 2006 From: MetheadsStealYourStuff, OR I Ride: Sticky Rubbers	The 160 is designed for carts @ 6inches off the ground, it won't read the wire @ 3ft from the ground as it will be on a motorcycle. You won't be picked up and you will end up with the same problems as DBCrap. As with any big change, initial push back is to be expected. Try to remember how many races DBcrap managed to get right. How many times did you need to fill out forms because you weren't picked up? Did you remember to unplug your 9V? All of those problems will be wisked away with AMB. Now onto real issues, like the pavement at PR (And WMRRA running Bridgestone as a spec tire in 2010) __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Essvar; 11-24-2008 at 05:36 PM..


11-24-2008, 05:34 PM	#27
BDF Training Wheels Joined: May 2008 From: Edmonds,WA>	You guys quite whimpering I had to buy one of ea now my db com is worthless. maybe some one could convert them to garage door openers. The joys of riding two clubs. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by BDF; 11-25-2008 at 11:02 AM..


11-24-2008, 09:09 PM	#37
cee-jay sctnabt Joined: Mar 2006 From: Genesee, Idaho I Ride: '05 Kaw Z750	How will this work at Pacific or Spokane? Is there already a wire in place (track imbedded) or ??? Thought this was one of the problems with the AMB system. cj __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-24-2008, 10:30 PM	#39
Hypnotiq MotoGP Contender Joined: Oct 2005 From: Issaquah, WA I Ride: Race: 06GSXR750 - Street: 09 Eight Four Eight	Pacific has a wire in it. That is not an issue. Spokane will be taken care of once they complete the management transfer. Trust me, it wasn't overlooked. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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