So not sure what group I should sign up for at Gingerman on the 19th. My last track day at ACC I was bumped to Intermediate and was totally ready for it even though it was only my second track day, but this was on my Ninja 300 which I think I am very fast on. I got a ZX6R 2 weeks ago and am not sure what kind of pace I will be running, and not sure what the rules are about dropping down a group after being moved up. I am confident I will be at a quick pace in the afternoon but considering doing a session or two in novice to get more used to the bike on the track. Would other riders in Intermediate be annoyed with another rider going at a slightly slow pace but still predictable and riding correct lines?
My personal opinion, which is worth approximately 2 cents is stay in I. The coaches obviously saw that you were ready and thus promoted you. As far as the other I riders, it is incumbent on the overtaking rider to make a clean safe pass. Hold your line and stay smooth and that happens pretty easily. I am sure the actual coaches will weigh in on their thoughts.
Ya I am leaning towards I right now, will probably be harder to adjust to the power on the slower pace in novice.
Congrat's on the bump! stay in Intermediate!, you'll be fine. If you need help just ask a coach. I'd be glad to help you if you want to.(Ram truck/white trailer) see ya at the track!
Alright thanks for the insight, I'll sign up for intermediate. Has anyone been to Gingerman since the repave last year? really excited to ride on some smooth grippy pavement!
Annoyed? These are my favorite kind of people to pass when I'm out on my SV. It's those erratic liter bikes I hate.
no the other riders wouldnt care if u were predictable and clean at a slower pace, passing riders is half the fun out there am i right
Stay in Intermediate. If you have issues adjusting to the track and/or the pace, get with one of us or the Intermediate Captain. There should be available instructors and one of us can work with you one on one. This is what we are there for!
