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Have you attended a California Superbike School school?
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Pros: More stability when cornering and especially under braking, traction provide essential weight transfer point from rider to center mass of bike, and frees the rider's arms/hand to "control" the bike and not using it as a brace. Cons: It cost money. Probably the best $40 I ever spent.
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2 Day Camp At Thunderbolt - 5/12 & 5/13
RocketPunch replied to BLSJDS's topic in School Questions/General Discussion
I see someone had already made a thread. I am also at that 2 Day Camp and Lyle is also my coach (Yellow #25), and I picked up a lot from his coaching . I had a great time learned a ton and the S1000RR totally rips. The bike is so compact like a 600 but with insane amount of hp, seat height is no higher than my R6; Very easy to handle and go fast. The brakes are even more impressive than the power it makes. Thunderbolt is a great circuit! Got a good mix or corners and elevation changes, very fun. I am planning to do my Level 3 & 4 as soon as I can. Thanks!! Some trac -
Been using Silkolene Pro 4, no complaints.
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Trackdays And Safety
RocketPunch replied to GregGorman's topic in School Questions/General Discussion
It depends on the club, but even the best club with best rules can't guarantee there will be no idiots running in them. I learn to ride, got my M class for the pure reason so I can do trackdays, keep my fast riding at the track and so I don't have to do it on the street. There is an obvious reason to the "passing on the outside" rule. If I want a low risk activity, I can resort to oversize vacuum tube spectating and I am not saying it because I am 22 and think I am invincible. I simply think if you want to ride fast, you should keep it off the street and take it to the track. Until the da -
Helmets For People Who Wear Glasses?
RocketPunch replied to Crash106's topic in School Questions/General Discussion
Don't think any full face helmet are designed to be put on and off while you have your glasses on. I just got contacts for this season, due to when in full tuck or hang offs I am looking over the top of the glasses. -
Dude, you are probobly just a hour from Monti, should check that out this season if you have a chance. Know any great twisties around the Catskill mountian region, would love to hear about that! I am from Albany btw.
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Nice vid. I recall I did it by accident a few times, and I was like....wtf just happened...
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Nice vid. I recall I did it by accident a few times, and I was like....wtf just happened...
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My Day On The Bmw S1000rr
RocketPunch replied to stuman's topic in School Questions/General Discussion
Good read. Just wondering if the school will be setting the bike up for individual students for the 2 day camp, or will the bikes will basically have a unified school setting for everyone. I can tell you right now even with riding the bike, it will be over sprung for my weight and probably for some lighter students also. -
2012 Moto Gp Changes.
RocketPunch replied to Jasonzilla's topic in School Questions/General Discussion
MCN conformed they will be running a split grid of 1000 and 800. 1000's performance will be capped to the level of the 800's. -
Thunderbolt Here I Come! Bike Question
RocketPunch replied to JTNYC's topic in School Questions/General Discussion
I paid about $500. It's basically brand new w/o tags and this model comes with a back protector Might consider getting a hard back protector, some clubs require one and certainly as you level up you will need one. -
Thunderbolt Here I Come! Bike Question
RocketPunch replied to JTNYC's topic in School Questions/General Discussion
Don't see it being specified on CCS's site, but gauntlet glove is generally the standard for schools and track days. You don't have to spend a lot on boots and gloves, or even the suit. I would also suggest a back protector if don't already have one. How much did you pay for your used A*? -
I'd say engine displacement is less relevant than choosing a bike with fully adjustable suspensions and stock up on books about motorcycle/tire dynamics. Just my 2cents.