Hey you guys I just wanted to tell a little bit about myself and see if you guys have any new advice for a track rider. I love riding and I would eventually like to race amature next year. I don't want to be to cocky and learn to ride the track the right way. I have a 2005 zx-6r that I just turned into a track only bike. I liked riding it on the street, but as I found out last year high speeds and public roads don't mix. I know that I definitely have alot to learn, but I look forward to learning and meeting some new people. If you have any advice or just want to B.S let me know. I'll be and Mid-Ohio on the last weekend of April. Thanks The Rabbit (That's my nickname my friends gave me when I was overseas.)
Welcome Rabbit, You're one of several people that have indicated that Mid-Ohio will be their first track day. Couldn't have picked a better year with the repave. I'll likely be one of the instructors that weekend. Be sure to point out who you are.
That sounds great. It's also cool to know that there's an instructor that lives just one town away. I'll look forward to seeing you there.
Welcome. Mid-Ohio is a great track for someone's first track day. We'll be there in June. Can't wait to try out the new surface. I've had both Dennis and Jeff as instructors. They're both excellent...two of the best with STT. Just don't get nervous if Dennis keeps showing you his front wheel when following you. :lol: Whoever you end up with as an instructor, ask questions, give feedback, and try to line up right behind the instructor as often as possible so you learn the race line. Wade
Welcome. I'm certainly not one to give advice on that topic, but since you mentioned you feel you have a lot to learn you could pick up Sport Riding Techniques and/or A Twist of the Wrist, and A Twist of the Wrist II. I'm sure there are others. You can use what you learn to help you focus on where you need to make improvements once you get to the track, and you'll be better prepared to ask questions.
Twist of the Wrist II is deffinately a good book. And once you get to the track, be pro-active about asking questions and looking for help/instruction (above and beyond what you'll already get). Have fun and welcome!
Thanks for the information you guys. I'll use the advice that you gave me, ask alot of questions, keep an open mind and definitely look forward to riding with you guys. Hope to meet some of you this year. I'll be going to the track as much as I possibly can. The Rabbit 8)