Cobie Fair

Hi Steve! Don't want to pass this along (but I will) as I'll just need to get them all bigger helmets ! Great to have you there, and I just posted how perfect the weather had been, really amazingly so. We'll be spoiled for future trips. Best, Cobie

We just got back from 6 excellent days at Barber, I think the best weather we had ever had there. Been keeping an eye on Streets weather (where it can be a bit warm). The upcoming days are supposed to be in the low '80's! That's about as good as it gets at Streets. Checked in with the office, there was still room on most of the 4 days. Good time to ride 😁!

Good points Coffee. Another way to look at it is more lean angle is used, as well as delayed throttle. We used to spend a whole class on this point, there are quite a few pieces to it.

Just caught up on the weekend's races...gotta agree, it's Peco's to lose. Sorry to see Fabio struggling with the bike, hope they get that sorted, give the Duc's a run for it.

Reduce the margin for error, good point, let's look at that for a moment, and one more piece of this. If on the "A" attack angle, will the throttle timing have to change, meaning when the throttle control can begin to roll on?

Coffee, right you are, on both counts. Jayb, good that you notice it. How about the amount of head rotation that is needed to look into the turn? An already challenging factor for many--to look in to the right next location/target right after the turn point (maybe the apex if it's in view). With a negative attack angle (let's call A negative, B neutral, C positive attack angle), does one have to rotate their head more? Let's say a rider did the 2-step technique (defined in Twist of the Wrist 2), and rotated their head 20 degrees into a turn, before turning. With a negative attack angle of 10 degrees, then 50% more head rotation would be needed than "normal".

A beater scooter with knobbies...sounds entertaining :). I'll use my beater dirt bike (can't kill that thing, 2000 KX-250).

Coffee!!! You rock, this is perfect. OK, let's call "B" neutral attack angle, and "A" negative angle, "C" positive attack angle. Name one specific thing that would change adversely from using B to using A?

Thanks, good info!

That did occur to me...if we don't get any takers, I will do that. We're a bit slammed at the moment, prepping for what is a 6 week tour, 21 school days, all across the country, wahooo!

Thanks all for the comments. I think we might be on a few subjects. The one I had in mind was this point on attack or approach angle to a turn point. What would be ideal is if we could get a drawing up here. Is anyone IT savvy enough to get us a simple line drawing up here we could refer to? With a short straight and a corner at end of the straight. Put an "X" for a turn point, then 3 different arrows laterally before the turn point, but side by side.. One straight on, one pointing slightly off track, and one pointing slightly into the turn...hope that make sense.

Vinny, I started another thread on engine oil, when you get a sec, have a look at that one please. Best, Cobie

Jaybird?

Hi All, I talked to Sarah a little about this subject, and will be interested to hear any and all discussion on this. I've had a number of riders talk to me about bike specific training exercise programs over the years (requesting them). 2 areas that I'd like to see improvement are forearms, and calves. Forearms get tight, and the stretching and rolling I've done has only been moderately effective. Calves are another area that I'd like a bit stronger, and tend to have knots that stay forever (like in my forearms). Anyone else? Best, Cobie

Anyone want to chime in on this...have you considered the effects (good or bad) of that attack (approach) angle to the turn point? If not, fine, just curious.

Actually there are a number of specific benefits that I haven't listed, and I was curious if this was a point riders considered. I really am curious to know what/if this is a point that riders break down and consider? The Attack Angle to the turn point can be as critical as the turn point, in some instances even more so. An example would be if one has to take an alternate line while passing. Again, I was putting this up to view, and see what/how this subject is considered.

A few years back, a senior coach tagged in behind a newer (and younger) coach. The younger lad was knee on deck in all turns. Senior coach was sitting in the middle of the bike riding behind the younger lad, knees nowhere near the ground--both on the exact same bike. Graphic example of a few points of riding efficiency. The newer coach wasn't a bad rider at all, but what was the older coach doing that allowed for less lean angle? One reason was approach angle on the turn points. This used to be a full classroom, before the training revision brought a few other techniques into the current training line up. Approach angle on the turn points, or "Attack Angle" as we termed it, has a dramatic effect on a large number of riding points. When maximized, it's more efficient for a number of reasons. Anyone care to see if they can come up good reason for a beneficial attack angle to the turn point?

MM...what a talent, that's a fact. But sometimes he goes a bit far. Peco looks amazing, and those Ducs are dang missiles.

Hi Vinny, Lots of questions but let's start with viscosity and engine temp. Specifically, now long do I have to wait to start driving (in this case my car)? Some say most engine damage is done at start up. Some say oil pressure happens very quickly, but others say you must warm the engine. Can you fill us in on this, specifically how long to warm an engine before using it? Can one drive slowly/easily in the beginning? What part of the engine gets the most wear if driven too hard to cold?

Just used the Shooter additive for my 2000 KX250 (2-stroke). So far, so good. I thought I was going to clean the carb, our chief mechanic recommended the Shooter, as it was bogging slightly from off to on throttle.

Just finished 4 days at Streets of Willow, all wrapped up well. The upcoming schools in Vegas have a good long-range weather forecast, about 70 degrees, with little or no wind (about perfect for Vegas). Some of the schools might not be full, check in with Whitney for a possible discount: registration@superbikeschool, or 800-530-3350. Very much enjoying the 2023 models, they are a joy to ride. The ugrades are subtle but add up nicely.

And now there is a position for road crew...did that already get posted? If you are interested, contact Whitney in our office: 800-530-3350, or whitney@superbikeschool.com Best, Cobie

Excellent Vinny, thanks. I know personally I got a nice mileage improvement with my '06 Mustang using Jectron and then the valve cleaner (1-2 mgp).

A road crew position(s) have recently opened up. If interested, please contact Whitney: whitney@superbikeschool.com or 800-530-3350. Best, Cobie

Just back from a great weekend at the Vegas School. This coming 4 days looks good, and dry. Whitney mentioned there might even be a discount available, email or call her if you can come: registration@superbikeschool.com. Or just call: 800-530-3350. Hope to see you there! Best, Cobie