dmj120

Gotz me a 2008 zx10, started riding late 2001 on a 2001 zx9r, so far only been to Level 1 Maybe this year I'll be able to get to L2. Monterey is a nice area. Taking Level 1 and 2 at Laguna will be cool; hell, just to ride on that track would be cool. A few years ago after the MotoGP walked across the track when leaving, and, wow, it looked perfect -- guess there's some high standards for pro's

umm.... cause he gotz sum skizills I'd say it's because he's braking later, but harder. In that, his braking area is shorter although ends ending at that same turn-in point; at which time he is maintaining the same speed as the others.

Those first 2 are pretty nice, Jason; that third one, however just too much ass

Me too!! Especially on the slow, tight stuff; even on surface streets. Been trying to concentrate on moving my eyes, but it's tough. I, one trick, might be to "sense" where to turn; meaning, using peripheral vision, timing and/or a mental picture. This is precisely why I can hardly wait to get to level 2 - I've been told it's all about vision.

I think Ronni makes some good points, however, I submit there's suttin else to the equation. I think they still use the same principles - physics is physics. That said, top racers have extra thing, they're nut jobs When they 'chop' the throttle and turning on a plate, I believe they're still following good throttle control ---only at blazing speeds, which (to us mere mortals) appear to be chopping. Racing comes down to hundredths, and even thousandths, of seconds, something which physical manipulation of the controls must -try- to match. Watch some of the camera shots of their hands.... seems to follow the smooth theory, control etc.

Trust, when I say, as soon as I can. I've been salivating for level 2 since the day after level 1.

Stop tensing up -- without thinking about 'don't tense' This hip flick thing sounds interesting - and something I may have inadvertently started (I still practice the L1 flick drill, daily). I'm trying to pick a point and flick right there. I talk to myself quite a bit; push, flick, twist hips (used to be less ass, more mass), knee in tank, relax fukr.

This is PairFECTO!! Is there a specific type of foam?? Do you glue or sew the foam to the liner? Since you're putting it inside the liner; any added heat build-up noticed? The only time I got into a "good" position, it scared the hell out of me because I couldn't see anything except my helmet oh and the "horizon view" is pretty cool too.

Hi dmj120, Thank you for the warm welcome. HO,HO,HO.... let's see if you've been naughty or nice... Hmmm... I should put those on my Christmas list for Santa...Ho,Ho,Ho. I've been nice too. Yes, I am looking forward to Level I. In the meantime I am reading the book and see what improvements I can make/SR's I can make disappear. Where are you geographically? Are you in California? Cheers, KawaKlaus Yup, in Southern Cali. I think I've seen your screen name around, just can't remember where. You in Cali, too?

Hi Mr. Klaus, I'm on the nice list, and could use some CSS gift certs :lol: When you finally get to level 1, you'll be amazed at the difference of your riding from the day before to the day after. The confidence and added stability is awesome.

That's one of the best thing about the community; those wanting to get better, race, trackdays, ride safely, etc. I remember a youTube about this very thing - how everyone at a race and/or trackday will help with whatever... tools, parts, etc. Without hanging on anyone's nuts, I had one of the best times at a TrackXperience trackday; came over to invite me to a bbq and made it feel like I knew everyone for years. Friendship, comradeship, extended family, and extreme competitiveness .... how many sports or activities can say that If I'm gonna beat yo ass, it ain't gonna be 'cause you didn't have everything needed, to try

I've had a few different gloves in the past, but by far the best I've tried is held phantom. I LOVE them. The kangaroo seems to handle moisture better; can't beat the 12 month warranty; and I couldn't ask for more from the 'repair service' - $25 or so to replace a finger, etc. Down in SoCal, it can get a bit on the warm side, which, after 2 years, all that sweat (and rain) hasn't had nearly the same affect, as the other gloves I tired did. The phantoms were the highest regarded pair when I asked around.

Damn, Eirik Mine's a bit mo' simpler: '01 zx9r 2001-2008 '08 zx10r 2008 - present I know mine is shorter, but it's not the size...... oh wait.... :lol:

I thought it to be excellent, hard, top-level racing. A great battle, for sure; but definitely some intra-team 'I'm better than you' stuff.

It means what it reads - that my handlebars suddenly decided to do a waving motion in a 270 degree right hand turn. I've detailed it in a post called "Thank You CSS, for not crashing". Kai That's a nice write-up. Glad you made it through, Kai. I've never had that feeling; the closest I've came is feeling the front wanting to tuck. I've had a few times that the 'chicken-wing' thing helped me to avoid a bad day-- but on the streets, not the track; ie noticed sandy and watery patches.... but I had the time to think of the relax drill and of the Twist 2 vid (how the bike reacts in the wet when leaned over scene).

This must be synonymous with "the fast guys always look smooth and like they're not really trying." Logically, I can get my head around the above points, but -well- maybe it's that I'm still 'trying'. I've been trying to assymulate this issue with drumming... the looser your grip equals faster, more stamina and more control. What exactly does the "handlebar wave" mean, Kai?

Thanks for the reply, Bullet. Never heard Stoner's interview - yeah, guess that does make sense Guess the relaxing thing is part of the mental stamina aspect, huh

Or right before... like ME!!!

1. A couple weeks ago I was watching MotoGP when Stoner tucked the front (halfway + through the turn) on a long, fast sweeper. Why?? Once leaned over slow push and release then roll-on. Don't understand how the front washes out after completing most of the turn. 2. Staying loose while riding = pretty easy; loose while racing... huh??? Predicated on the Spies' Yamaha commercial "..with you tongue through the front wheel and barely hanging on..." Is there some sort of technique to stay loose when you're pushing so hard? I think it normal to tighten-up when you're giving it everything you've got, you're 100% determined and your adrenaline is flowing. ....I'm getting pretty light on the bars, twisting my hips and locking-in my lower body; at non-insane speeds. I'm wondering with that amount of intensity how someone could maintain such physical calmness.

Hey man, glad to hear things are better.

Talan, Congrats on your license!!!! And, although you've probably heard -and possibly disagree-, you are an inspiration. I'd love to say: I see ya out there (and stuff ya ); but 2 things prevent that.... first, I'm still too slow to race [for now] and second I think the ACU is in the UK. Good luck, man.

Never been to either tracks, nor have I run the 'Chuckwalla guys' - but the no session trackday does have its own appeal. I googled the Motecello track http://monticellomotorclub.com/track/track-map/ which looks like a really good track for a school.

Yeah, I thought Cobie's thread was geared for coaches. I've only done CSS level 1, which was at Streets of Willow. The only part I didn't like was at T3 during the first no-brake drill... until my coach, Josh, helped me work through it. It's a pretty good technical track to learn/review skills, but for a first-timer, the bumps can be a little distracting [from what you're supposed to concentrating]. I think Pahrump would be a good spot for a school, some sweeping, some tighter stuff - especially after coming down the back straight, wanna quick-flick to get on the front straight... damn. Of course, if I could get to Laguna.... well, I'd probly have ta bring several clean draws I remember walking across that thing, after a MotoGP race, and feeling a little tingle

For me, level 1 boils down to: push...release...chicken-arm...throttle...yup that was it / ###### dat wuzn't it Although, while preparing for a turn, I do quickly think about the 2-step, quick turn and throttle control (which is still a weakness of mine, dammit).

Best damn reason!!!!! Your obsession is paying for itself -- awesome!!