Moto-Brian

They are doing a stop sale on all 2011 ZX10s. Engine issues. Most likely what Aprilia went through where they had inferior parts put in through a VIN range and instead of waiting for things to happen, they are stepping in and being proactive and pulling units... I'm just glad Gene is delayed (Bike at Reuben's) for a while to slow the process down - and to result in slowing him down!

All the current model stuff went FAST. To be expected for sure... Snooze, ya lose...

To give you guys an idea, these are the inserts that are even today, found in the top ranks of racing as many have yet to switch to the 30mm kits. In other words, these are not cheapo alternatives, but rather a GREAT deal on top shelf suspension cartridge kits. You would normally pay $1200-$1500 for these kits w/o labor to install. That's crazy to be offered labor and cartridges for $1k!!

Oh, and to answer the idea of missing street? Since I have been racing, I don't miss the street at all. With the job I have now, I ride a lot more than ever before. I just really have no excitement when I ride street. Like stated, it is great to get in the sir and get that feeling of machine and yourself, but it is nothing compared to what I feel and get from the track.

I think the idea of missing street riding is all in what you want out of riding a motorcycle. Street riding is not going to find the limits of the machine you own every time you roll out. Anyone that says they ride at the peak every time out is an idiot that you need to avoid as they are about to become a statistic... Street riding isn't more "technical", but rather as exactly as you stated - "uncontrollable". That's fine and that I am sure, adds to it for some guys and can make it feel tougher to do and to do well than the track, but the way it is for me (I've been riding for only 21 years), street being uncontrollable and the fact that when I ride, I want to ride at a pace that isn't suitable for street. I know control and know when I shouldn't do such things, but it is just too boring for me. Even at a spirited pace because I know what the pace would be at the track. The track is more technical because the elements that are involved are much more. Meaning, you have a machine that CAN be ridden at it's limits. The issue of course is whether one can still ride it to those limits (Not many people can). However, you can ride harder and with much more control than on the street. Then, you add in the track itself. Off cambers (Not very prominent on the street), switchbacks, high speed turns, 1st gear turns, etc. All of these can be found on the street, but at the pace by which you can run them is limited by many factors. Take the same turn on the street and place it on the track and then you get something that can be more... Technical is also a situation where on the street, 9 out of 10 guys aren't using the full ability of their suspension. On the track, changes needing to be made to make the result faster and more controlled. It isn't just simply unload the bike and go out on the track. For some, it is and they are the ones that cannot see a whole lot of difference from track to street. But, if they want to be in the suit of the guy that just blazed past them, they would realize the polar opposites that are existing at the track vs. street. Here's food for thought... A very accomplished street rider going to the track is going to be slower in pace vs his fellow riders. A track/race guy in comparison is going to be on par or faster on the street when compared to the group. The reason is that at the track, you can obtain a reserve in ability that allows a LOT more leeway when time comes to deal with a situation. On the street, while still gaining experience, that glass of ability doesn't fill as quickly. Thus, that needed reserve isn't as high and when a situation comes about, it tends to be a lot more ugly than if it were higher.... Make sense? This isn't going to be a deal where street is better than track or vice versa. But, the limits of anything cannot be found on the street. Sure, you can find the limits of your ability in any environment, but understand that if you crash, it is usually because of rider error or lack of ability... Where can you develop and increase that ability better and more exactly?

Every track day is laid back. Well, compared to a race day... But, all in all, it is very much like a group of friends at the track. Wouldn't be any different than any other event...

We've had guys on bikes that are well suited for track days and bikes that you'd never consider when speaking track. Bikes from cafe vintage bikes to ZX14s to sportsters to full blown ex-AMA racebikes. Your bike is fine. You'd start in Novice group anyways and that is more geared towards learning rather than lap times...

Honestly, without pissing anyone off, you are right. There are not as many track day riders here as it seems. There are the typical suspects that chime in when it comes to the topic of track days. But, that number is pretty small if being truly honest...

I didn't respond because we have a new owner and he has a lot of sorting out to do. It has been addressed, but I think we might have to pass unless you can give us some numbers. We did it last year (You didn't come unfortunately) and we'd like to do it again. It can't be a deal where it is asking for a price and going from there. We need to get an idea of what you are wanting. If it is just price, that's easy enough to do...

So, I get to complain? Look, Nelson sucks. It does. Anyone that thinks otherwise is full of shit. Anyone that thinks if you had a choice between say, Nelson and Mid-Ohio and would choose Nelson other than pur track knowledge is silly. That being said, Nelson can be fun. It can provide a good bit of fun and can be a great place to let loose and get a taste of a track at speed. Doing 1:08s at Nelson ain't gonna happen at a track day by anyone here at OR. It can be a great choice and honestly, I would probably contact the track direct as the cost is pretty cheap. But, having FT run the event would be easiest as there is less to do and less hoops to jump through... It is "Ohio" Riders and doing either Mid-O or Nelson makes the most sense to me. I think doing a Mid-O during the week is good and can be easy to get to by most. Get with the Assfault guys and get a good number of people together to make the cost less and you'll be fine...

Who gives a shit? Is it any different than a track day guy that buys an ex AMA bike and solely does track days? Poser is a term we use to guys that run their mouths more than anything... Andy doesn't do anything close to that. He will probably change it anyways as I believe he is going to start racing. Non-poser like...

Bump. Anyone? The front fits 08-09 GSXR 600/750 and may fit the rear so you can run a 190...

Oh, I am sure Andy has done a wiener press on it already...

That's like saying every Busa is the same or ZX14s are all the same. The bike he has is a proper AMA caliber race bike set up by a guy that was courted by Yosh as one of their race techs. It's legit and after riding it, you'd know the difference right away. Riding around in circles is because you are doing it wrong. The same track and doing it right results in satisfaction you cannot get from the street.

Take off those fucking stickers! Congrats, homo. When you going over there? Maybe take my rear shock to him to get the spring swapped also? I love you long time!

KTM should be the official motorcycle brand of Titled Kilt!:bow:

Pewter/Mag colored wheels are off a 2009 GSXR1000. These are straight and true and as close to new as a bike that is used is going to be. WILL NOT INCLUDE ROTORS, RUBBER DAMPERS, OR CUSH DRIVE, but will have bearings and spacers. $500 OBO. Willing to ship, but you're paying... These are hard to find and in this condition. Don't trust Ebay as you usually get wheels that are pulled off salvage bikes and never checked for true. These are light and soft so, any real impacts typically bend them easily enough... OH! You get to pick the best of the two sets I have currently. As seen on the bike: Uploaded with ImageShack.us Front rim - tough to show color... Rear rim. Again, hard to show color...

With that pile, you'd spend as much on labor for parts needing replaced, you'd really help out in conditioning and being in shape. But, owning one of those allows for a gut and alcohol and cigarette smoking...

They did try and race them in GNCC... Didn't work well at all. More of a dependability issue more than anything. The XC ATVs we have have your motor, but are lighter, shorter seat height and slightly more narrow. It's not a big deal as there are plenty of folks running all sorts of machines. Again, it is what suits you the most...

Hell, it is snowing now and I fell over... In the garage... Off my bike trainer... Trying to reach for a water bottle... That was empty!

If that's the back breaker, I will include cages. Hell, if you really want the pedals... done.

Then you obviously do not understand bicycles. This is cheap...

For competition (which our ATVs are made), the solid axle is the axle of choice and will not be changed anytime soon. That being said, we are no longer producing the ATVs and not sure on the future concerning our end. The 525 motor you have is our XC based motor which is in our 525 XC ATV. It is a single OH cam set up. A bit less punch and the internal gearing is somewhat further apart for woods (GNCC) competition. The 505 is a dual OH cam setup and a screamer. Pretty much almost too much motor. The 450 SXF based motor is actually the best choice and easier to go fast on...

Bump for new price. This is as close to giving it away as possible...

Bump. New price...