There’s a strange variety of bikes at track days, I remember at Snetterton a few weeks ago where I easily overtook a chap down the straights only to have him come past me on the corners . . . on a CB500 :w00t: A bit embarrassing really but he was hanging off while the bike bounced around, he had a great time.
yeah that’s easy on the rear shock but the forks are unadjustable :crying: only way i can firm them up is changing the springs and/or oil (i think). and could do without that really! should be ok as it is as i don’t suppose i’m going to be demanding too much from the bike 
yeah that’s what i’m afraid of! bouncing about the track!!!
humm wow I didnt realise that… but it should not be a massive issue you will have an absolute riot anyways, the amount of grip and space is a different league to the road.
I can’t afford to be hooked. That is alot of money to me, although I would like to do it again definitely, but think i’d like to try another track.
i’m very very tempted to do this,
if i can get my back up scoot roadworthy and get the track fairings for the SV off benyboy then i dont see why not:cool::w00t:
wants t gets me kneee down:w00t:
she should be ready by then.you comming?
Adrock, If you still need a paddock stand nearer the time then give me a reminder and I’ll bring one along. They’re only necessary if you’re changing wheels or using tyre warmers otherwise just use the sidestand…like I do:)
Yes it’s a good idea to concentrate on technique and don’t worry about the handling too much at the moment. There’s all shapes and sizes of bikes out there and plenty with very limited suspension adjustment.
You’ll have fun for sure.
Ratty46, get those track fairings quick:cool:
ok cheers for that. i’m such an amateur i was thinking of the paddock stand to lube my chain 
:hehe:
one last question. just going through the booking process and it asks if you need a yellow jacket. can you take your own one to save on the fiver? 
edit: ah also i’ve got an arai viper lid but it doesn’t have the gold sticker on it, just an eu number. is this gonna be ok? ta… 
Hell yes.
It’s the variety that keeps it interesting!
Yep 
right it’s a no on the yellow jackets but a yes on the lid, so i’m in!!! :w00t: just booked it. can’t blimmin wait. but also really quite nervous!
b will we be able to get a bit of track time with you on the day at all?
have no fears mate. the standard suspension although soft is absolutely fine even at the very limit of adhesion. Trust me…i’ve had to run standard hornet forks before and still been at the front in the hornets.
As for a CB500 overtaking folks…it is a regular occurance on trackdays and test days for some of the CB guys to be out there dominating the power ranger squad. With lap times like 1min44 round cadwell park its no wonder really…awesome riders on ratty old dog bikes.
noice. exactly what i wanted to hear. cheers seb
B, I think I might just make this my first track day…
Any chance I can also take a little bit of your time for some instruction?
Will my Micron can be ok to pass the noise regs??
Les from the workshop might be up for this day too:cool: You’ll love it Gaz, now don’t start tampering with your bike in the meantime and breaking it;) Don’t worry, I’ll spend a bit of time with you. You’re can sounded fine to me;)
Adrock, I’ll spend a bit of time with you too. After that it’s just a case of building up gradually, learning the circuit and getting comfortable on the bike. You’ll find new levels of lean angle but keep the braking and throttle application a smooth action.
If ever you feel uncomfortable or it’s too fast and dangerous then it probably is.
fantastic, thanks B! really appreciate that mate. i’m sure a few teas will find their way to ya on the day
can’t wait to get on with this now. reeeeet excited :w00t:
im just doing the evening session B dont suppose you’ll still be around by then?
It’s going to be an extra long trackday for me Danno, I’ll still be there for the evening.
i think this is a case of the USUAL SUSPECTS as i`ve just booked it :P:D:D;)
i know i said b4 that i didn`t want to brands again this year but i wana get greaham hill bend sorted as last year i had a very big slide and it knocked me confidence sumwat
B i require ur assistance on this please