JonB Posted March 30, 2010 Report Share Posted March 30, 2010 Hi, I did level 1 and 2 at Rockingham at the end of 2002 (so long ago! http://www.autoitscript.com/superbike). I've not been riding much in the last couple of years due to work/travel/whatever but have now starting riding more often and getting all that two-step goodness working again I'm thinking about retaking level 2 at Silverstone in May/June and just had a few questions (I've already spammed Bullet on messenger about other stuff but don't wanna hassle him too much) When I did level 1 and 2 in 2002 I came on my own bike and from what I remember 90% of people there seemed to do the same - I think that bringing your own bike was even encouraged IIRC. The bike hire for the school R6 looks pretty reasonable cost-wise (even with the deposit) and I'd guess it's similar to ride to my CBR600RR or my old GSXR. So I'm actually leaning towards hiring a bike this time. With a early start to drive to Silverstone coupled with a full day of learning I remember that I was shattered riding home last time and the prospect of a 2 hour ride in the British weather after a hard day is...well...meh... Reading some of the more US located posts seemed to say that due to fueling/spares/potential of own bikes breaking down/etc that it was actively encouraged to hire a bike instead - not sure if it's the practice in the UK though. So, money aside is hiring a bike an acceptable/recommended thing to do this time around? Leathers. I've got a set of 2-piece alpinestars leathers that zip together and are very comfortable for me and also a nice back protector - are these acceptable or does it have to be a 1-piece? Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonB Posted April 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2010 Never mind. This page says that 2 piece zipup leathers are ok http://www.superbikeschool.co.uk/technology.php and I've decided to hire a bike for peace of mind Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Progression Posted April 1, 2010 Report Share Posted April 1, 2010 Hi Jon Money aside you will have no problems with the hire bikes, they are maintained to a very high standard. If you are a bit rusty on drills my advice would be to hire a bike and not have the stress of getting your own one there, leaving you more time to focus on getting more out of the training. It also makes for a more relaxing drive home in the car Leathers - yep you will be fine with a 2 piece. Let us all know how you get on andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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