natedogg624 Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Don't know. I was just stating that it'd be interesting to see him run at a track he knows a little better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilbit Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Don't know. I was just stating that it'd be interesting to see him run at a track he knows a little better.Yes I agree it be nice to see him race at Mid Ohio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Ped - Has Brandon raced at Road Atl before? I'd be more curious about seeing him run SS at Mid Oh, his home track. Everything else is a new experience and deserves a bravo in my book.You'd have to ask him how many times he's been there but between races and trackdays I'd say around 8 times give or take.http://maps.wera.com/racers/racerprofile.asp?x=1098&rid=1121882827680 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Can I get in on riding your bike Brian? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Can I get in on riding your bike Brian? :hello:Pick me too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1crusher Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Shit, I accept the challenge and I fully plan on losing with dignity.But not until I get out for a few laps, then promptly stop to shoot my load all over the RC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiztedRabbit Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 ^ what the last 3 said... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrapeApeGuy Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 well just a cliff note of the cliff notes to what will prob be posted over on afjI cant tell you what day/when things went down as our days seemed to overlap due to motor swap w minimal tools/equipment/time"race" motor had a spark plug break threads off in the block. motor was down 10hp low for a race motorback up motor was coming up 15 hp low for a race motor, we had to lose quick shifter so that hurt us alsothe first dnf race was a mechanical fail from a broken/ejected external retaining clip that held the shifter on2nd race was called early from red flag/delay from race before.I think with the kinks worked out and what was learned was learned we should do better at mid o. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Well technically no one is "going pro" as in being payed to ride. They just aquired enough club racing points to enter another racing orgs event where a few pros do ride in other classes. So Brandon's not getting paid? I didn't realize that. You know what else? We're smoking pot and banging H too. We don't call ourselves junkies just to be clever... I think everyone already knows that. Ped - Has Brandon raced at Road Atl before? I'd be more curious about seeing him run SS at Mid Oh, his home track. Everything else is a new experience and deserves a bravo in my book. That's what I was thinking.well just a cliff note of the cliff notes to what will prob be posted over on afjI cant tell you what day/when things went down as our days seemed to overlap due to motor swap w minimal tools/equipment/time"race" motor had a spark plug break threads off in the block. motor was down 10hp low for a race motorback up motor was coming up 15 hp low for a race motor, we had to lose quick shifter so that hurt us alsothe first dnf race was a mechanical fail from a broken/ejected external retaining clip that held the shifter on2nd race was called early from red flag/delay from race before.I think with the kinks worked out and what was learned was learned we should do better at mid o. Thanks for the update. Sucks about the plug. How'd it happen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1crusher Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 A little anti-seize goes a long way in preventing a plug thread issue.Just sayin'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrapeApeGuy Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 A little anti-seize goes a long way in preventing a plug thread issue.Just sayin'.the motor came to us "built" from a race team, we are going to have the head off to fix and look further into it. but yea I assembled the backup with new plugs w anti seize (as I usually do), the plan was practice and qualify and change plugs for the first race. on a side note, a team mechanic made a point to say that the ngk's were known for the last couple threads causing issues, so on yo personal stuff make sure this is taken care of, we heard/learned the hard way a little late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 if not getting paid, why bother with "pro" status? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 if not getting paid, why bother with "pro" status?Dude, let the shit go. I explained the reasoning as to why it is called AMA Pro Racing. EVERYONE on the grid is an AMA Pro racer. Again, the example with the AMA RRGC which is a Pro AM event. The guys with current AMA Pro Cards will not be allowed to compete.It's not always going to pan out to be getting money. But, if he gets into the top 20, there is a payout. Hell, he may have made a couple of hundred for the place he finished. It isn't going to cover anything, but it is possible he gets something...Second, the top guys will get money for sure. Tires, sponsors and class earnings. But, there cannot be 40 number 1 finishers.I am not sure as to your outlook on all of this. Should a kid give up playing local soccer because they cannot win the championship every year? Should a guy never enter a race at a local MX event because he cannot win? Should you stop riding your bike because there is certainly someone better than you?The point is that there are 40 plus spots available. There are guidelines as to the maximum amount of time allowed to make the grid. Those that do are a select group and are worthy of making the race.Look at Melissa Parish - she failed to make the cut in Daytona Sportbike. She IS a professional and IS paid to race. But, she failed to make the cut. I know for sure she is faster than most people I know. Should she hang her leathers up and get a real job because she cannot even make a race?The difference between guys like you and racers is that racers don't have a loser mentality. They feel they can accomplish the set goals they have for themselves and be competitive.If you don't see the value, that's cool. But, I am willing to bet that you've never felt the way a racer has felt or feels everyday when they race/ride. Some people are cut out for racing, some try it because it looks cool and some try it and fail terribly and walk away. There are those all over the board as to why they do it. But, unless you have and unless you can relate, you won't ever understand it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1crusher Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 the motor came to us "built" from a race team, we are going to have the head off to fix and look further into it. but yea I assembled the backup with new plugs w anti seize (as I usually do), the plan was practice and qualify and change plugs for the first race. on a side note, a team mechanic made a point to say that the ngk's were known for the last couple threads causing issues, so on yo personal stuff make sure this is taken care of, we heard/learned the hard way a little late.I certainly wasn't baggin' on anyone crewing for Brandon (based on your reply it didn't sound like you took it that way but just sayin' is all). I had heard of this as well and certainly wasn't privy to the details until now. I thought it was only an issue with certain year makes and models though....but I can't remember.It would be interesting to hear what the builder would have to say about it.Thanks for the info.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1crusher Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 ....some try it and fail terribly and walk away.I think Grapenutsmuggler failed to grasp the final part of your equation, Brian.Sorry, Joe! You can take it out on me this weekend if you come to Nelsons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Everyones missing the point here. Which is clearly and unequivocally ORDN are a bunch of dick squeezing haters and Assfault Junkies are the real deal. So until until Casper runs in the AMA...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Everyones missing the point here. Which is clearly and unequivocally ORDN are a bunch of dick squeezing haters and Assfault Junkies are the real deal. So until until Casper runs in the AMA......yeah casper, when are you gonna lose an ama race? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Or come within 2 miles of qualifying to enter one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrapeApeGuy Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 I think Grapenutsmuggler failed to grasp the final part of your equation, Brian.Sorry, Joe! You can take it out on me this weekend if you come to Nelsons. ....some try it and fail terribly and walk away.Im not sure how you want me to reply..... not making excuses but its like $500-600 a pair for tires and you get like 5 sets a weekend rain and normal so theres $1500Everything said and done with travel, prep, tires, entry, hotel, parts and consumables $3000 to $4000 who walks out and wins right of the back? SRSLY He may have came in dead last of the running bikes but he still beat 4 or bike a day that didnt finish or didnt start. Do better yourself or hold your tongue, nut up or shut up (god I love zombieland) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrapeApeGuy Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 mis key stroke $2500 in tires alone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 ....some try it and fail terribly and walk away.Im not sure how you want me to reply..... not making excuses but its like $500-600 a pair for tires and you get like 5 sets a weekend rain and normal so theres $1500Everything said and done with travel, prep, tires, entry, hotel, parts and consumables $3000 to $4000 who walks out and wins right of the back? SRSLY He may have came in dead last of the running bikes but he still beat 4 or bike a day that didnt finish or didnt start. Do better yourself or hold your tongue, nut up or shut up (god I love zombieland)grapesmuggler is the username of a different guy on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilbit Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Everyones missing the point here. Which is clearly and unequivocally ORDN are a bunch of dick squeezing haters and Assfault Junkies are the real deal. So until until Casper runs in the AMA...... I am confused First OR were dick squeezers then Brandon said dick nibblers and now it is squeezers again. So am I supposed to be squeezing or nibbling? No wonder I can't find a back. Please help! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentracer Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 (edited) Hey, man... I can respect that. I don't really give a shit what you think about me, but to make shit up is really spineless... You've never met me and all you have done is been critical when I chime in about racing. I've done this for a long time. I may not be impressive to you and I certainly am not, but at the same time, when you degrade someone and what they have tried to do well at and have made a career around this industry, I take offense. Especially when you have no basis of your comments towards me.But again, everyone has the right to have an opinion. Good, bad or in the middle. That's totally cool. Just don't make shit up, man... We are good otherwise.And, I hope you don't think my comments are kissing Brandon's ass. I'm not. Just supporting a fellow racer. That's it.you went around a few years ago on local riders totally bashing the hell out of his crew for being a bunch of squids. I think it's a little bit weird you now find some supportive role to play for him.he just wants attention. and from the very people he talks shit about on his forum:wtf: Edited April 23, 2012 by serpentracer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 I think Grapenutsmuggler failed to grasp the final part of your equation, Brian.Sorry, Joe! You can take it out on me this weekend if you come to Nelsons. My comments were directed at Magley who keeps baggin on Brandon. Wasn't towards Grape at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 you went around a few years ago on local riders totally bashing the hell out of his crew for being a bunch of squids. I think it's a little bit weird you now find some supportive role to play for him.he just wants attention. and from the very people he talks shit about on his forum:wtf: and if you think he makes the kind of money from that store to pay for all this racing you're crazy. someone (daddy) is flippin the bills.Back then, I believe it was centralized around the highway video. Yes, I considered that squid like in behavior. But, he's racing and at least trying hard. I give kudos to him for that. I also support a few other AFJ race guys. There are some good riders amongst them. I've been supportive of them also. Are you saying people cannot change their feelings after a while? I won't renig on what I said on that piece of shit forum back then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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