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Completed Pre-Flight inspection on both bikes for an early Saturday departure on a 5/6 day romp in the hills and back country of KY.-WV.-VA. Two old overweight dudes on overweight dirt bikes. (TURD’S) if you will. (Two Unrelated Riding Dummy’s) June 2018 ADV by

When you forget that your office closes early on Fridays and call your boss about a question and he asks what the heck you're doing still working... lol

I think so

I highly don't recommend this with a good bike but. When I taught my wife we used her uncle's POS KZ440LTD in a mowed field on damp grass. If you have ever ridden a street bike with road tires on damp grass you figure out throttle steering traction and braking control real quick. Couple hours out there dropping it 25 times she took to the street like a duck on water. Had to throw some useless info at you to make the OR universe right again.

It's a facebook group full of mostly squids. I joined for something fun to read while bored at work. There are a couple fast guys on there (including Kerr) but generally just people going on "rides" around 270 or sitting in a parking lot somewhere.

Hi, my name is Tonik. Do you know know how tall Attila the Hunt was? Does the intro make my question any less fucked up? No.

The website is difficult to find those details, so let's cut the guy some slack. Since this will be your first time on the track, you will be placed in Novice. Mid-Ohio has a fantastic novice program and you will learn a ton. You'll need to complete all the NOVICE requirements. If you wish to bump to intermediate towards the end of the day (not sure of your riding capabilities), your bike will need to pass all intermediate requirements as well. Motorcycles: Performance Track Riding Bike Preparation All bikes MUST pass technical inspection prior to being permitted on to the track. It is the sole responsibility of the rider to ensure their bike meets these requirements. If a bike fails tech inspection, it may be presented for re-inspection at any time. If a bike is involved in a crash it must be re-inspected prior to being permitted on to the track. No refunds will be made for bikes which fail to pass tech inspection or are unable to complete the day. All bikes must be prepared to endure high speeds on track. All parts must be fastened securely and adjusted correctly. All fuel, coolant, hydraulic and lubrication systems must be fluid tight (see below for additional information for Advanced and Intermediate bikes). Tires must be in good condition, without signs of excessive wear. Tire valves must have caps. Wheel weights must be taped. Brakes must be in good working order with a minimum of 1.5mm of pad remaining. Discs must not be excessively worn or loose. All bikes must have a functioning, well-marked engine cut-off switch on the handlebar near the right hand grip. Throttles must operate smoothly and be self-closing. Any glass or plastic lenses must be taped completely. Mirrors and turn indicators are permitted in the NOVICE GROUP ONLY. All others must be removed. Center stands are NOT permitted in the ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUPS and we recommend removing them for the NOVICE GROUP. ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP bikes must use a non-ethylene glycol coolant. Water and/or water wetter, or propylene glycol solutions such as Evans, Engine Ice, Liquid Performance, or 7th gear, are permitted. ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP bikes must have oil drain plugs, oil filler caps, and oil filters secured. We recommend safety wire, but will accept application of RTV silicone to the fitting. It is recommended that any filler/drain for any fluid system be secured. Fluid leaks on the track shorten everyone’s day. License plates must have bolts taped or be removed. Bikes with K&N, Hiflo, or Vortex oil filters will NOT be permitted on the track. Rider Gear Requirements All riders must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license. All riders must wear a damage-free full-face helmet with a properly fitted face shield. DOT certification is a minimum requirement; SNELL, ECE, or other enhanced certification is recommended. Modular (flip-up) helmets are permitted in NOVICE GROUP only. All riders must wear full-finger gauntlet style gloves. All riders must wear sturdy over the ankle boots. All riders must wear one or two-piece suits with substantial reinforcement and padding in critical areas (knees, elbows, shoulders, and back at a minimum.) ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP riders must wear one or two piece leather suits designed for motorcycle use. Two-piece leathers must provide substantial attachment between jacket and pants. NOVICE GROUP riders must wear one or two piece leather or textile suits. It is recommended that two-piece suits provide attachment between jacket and pants. ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP riders MUST wear a back protector designed for motorcycle competition in lieu of, or in addition to, the standard back padding in their suit.

What oil is she using? Could be the problem.

What?

I did some wheelie practice on Memorial Day. I found out I could use more practice.

Yikes. I may have to join.

I'm not smelly, and I don't snore...that much...any more.

So you’ve stayed with Tim?

Might be able to do this, will know Monday, when imget back from PA.

Don't ever bring this up again, but you guys rock. Excellent help.

Where are her eyes? Is she looking at a spot directly in front of her or through the corner where she wants to be? She should not be looking at the ground in front of her or at the controls.

Get some cones and make her a ride figure eights around them left and right till she feels more comfortable.

I'm kind of thinking along these lines as well. Check out the scenery, go tubing, hang out with my buddy Dave with 129 photos while he takes pictures. Thinking of taking another trip down later this summer too. August is looking like not a lot of travel for work, surprisingly. October too.

those wife turn issues can be hard to deal with.

Luxury brands in general don't hold their value so well. Bad for new buyers, great when buying used. The Hyundia Genesis, while a really nice, well built car, is the poster child for shitty resale value. If you go with something German, there's a place in N Ridgeville called Ianelli. They service and sell (used) German cars, they have a good reputation and service is cheaper than going to a dealer. The A4 I bought was the personal car of someone that works there.

Not like this. True.

In my head. But honestly this might be the most laid back gap tip I've ever taken. I'll do the usual routes Foothills, Dragon, 28, Skyway, Six Gap but might might be taking more time just to relax and enjoy scenery and people watching at the Gap stores and other places. Maybe be back earlier in the day and utilize the pool more. For those that want to try something new the area north of knoxville is pretty decent that's where the devils triangle is. https://tailofthedragonmaps.com/devils-triangle-tn-map/

Dead. That's how old.

July 2 is the ORDN track day at mid ohio.... just sayin...

Well then I guess um....I'm the asshole. But this thread keeps getting bumped to the top, so maybe a lesser asshole.

I driven fast cars...911s, various years of Vettes, ridiculously built muscle cars. They are fun, no argument...but the amount of $$ that you need to be even come close the performance of a used, stock sportbike just doesn't make sense for me or my wallet. Kind of like boats. Boats are super fun, but I'd rather have a friend with a boat then own one myself

Everyone was, but I'd like to think back in 2008 I at least introduced myself before I interjected a random question in a thread that has nothing to do with that question.

Just finished working on a CRF250X. First time I've rode a dirt bike in a long time. Kinda made me wish I had something for offroad...

Honestly, I would prefer bouncing off some British spotted dick compared to the life lessons I have been gagging on these past few months. Last night I only gorged myself on sushi. I was a good boy last night.

Walked in to work and saw my old BMW in the showroom. Haven't seen it since the day I traded in it. The new owner must not have put too many miles on it, it looked like it still had the Angel GT front I put on it 4 years ago ?

FFS man, eat a donut and go back to your dome of hate

If thats a Harley their arms are going to go numb.

LOL That brought to mind the Family Guy episode where Lois yells "Oh My God, u kids are doing it in the ears. You're gonna get brain damage!"