Repsol Trackday October 29...

[Repsol Robert]

Hello Fellow Repsolers...

I am testing the waters to see how many of you would actually show up for a Monday October 29 trackday at Buttonwillow Raceway, put on by one of the Laguna Repsol girls...Stacy... www.letsridetrackdays.com (http://www.letsridetrackdays.com)

The day is already scheduled as a standard trackday, but I thought I would ask how many of you want to put a Repsol face on the event...

Buttonwillow is a fun and challenging track, and I'm going to be there as a birthday present to myself.

Only reply if you really can make it, but if I get enough of you to do it, we could all get a little group discount, but it's already very affordable at $135.

Let me know by October 14, and I'll speak with Stacy about a discount based on how many of you can do it.

Cheers,
RR

[jquick]

do you know how many slots are open in the a or b group???

[jquick]

never mind i just found out...

ill let you know if i can make it. 50/50 right now.

[Repsol Robert]

For everybody's benefit...there are lots of slots available in C, B & A Groups, but C will fill up first.

For those that have never done a trackday...go into the C Group, and if you are deemed safe and fast enough for the B Group, then you can be moved up during the day.

I've done quite a few trackdays, and I will be in the B Group, but will offer guidance in the C Group for those who desire it.

A Group is really for experienced track riders who can keep a near race pace...so please use intelligence when deciding which group to start out in. Just because you think you are Nicky Hayden, it doesn't mean that you are...and fast road riding does not necessarily translate to the track.

With only 35 riders per group, there is plenty of track for everyone to share and avoid traffic. Last week's AFM races at Sears Point had fields of 60 riders of all skills and that can be dangerous, but trackdays are for skill improvement, not racing, so bring your attitude of safety and fun with you.

I hope to see some of you there...RR

[O.A. for life]

Thats right during SEMA in vegas. :mad2:

[CRAZYJM_2000]

Since I saw this I thought I'll let you guys know about this. I'm an organizer over at Socal Sport Bike Riders http://www.socalsportbikeriders.org/ I organize track days and rides. I have posted this track-day over at our web page Stacy is one of our sponsors and great person. For those coming we will have free riding lessons I will personaly have 4 instructors all day free of charge for all your questions and will take you around the track to teach you. Since I'm a member of this forum as well. I will be more than happy to help you guys. I actually have a disc price of $120 you guys should check it out all you need to do is go to the socal page look under calendar oct29 you might have to sign up for a free membership read all the kool stuff we will be doing on this day and I hope to see some of you guysl. I will have both my trackbike and the repsol so I'll be there look for a red 600rr and 07 repsol with the socal guys. :) We also have a bike prep work shop on the calendar for those that have never done a trackday and want to learn how to prep the bike all this is free once again check the calendar at the socal page for all the details. Sorry to hijack the threat but I thought I'll get you a lil disc too:D

[Repsol Robert]

Nobody is going to make this? C'mon guys...we need some participation in the real world in addition to your hangin' out online...

Buttonwillow is a 4 1/2 hour drive for me, would be about 5 1/2 from Sacramento, about 2 1/2 from LA...the rooms are dirt cheap down there, the track day is very inexpensive, and what a great excuse to have a sick day.

Let's rally up Repsol guys...let's ride! FAST!

If not for yourself, then do it for me...it's my birthday...:party:

Oh yeah...and I forgot to mention that Bekah, another of the Repsol girls from Laguna is going to be there riding...:cool:

RR

[TX Repsol]

I'd be all over this if I were in California... I'd be on the motard, but I'd give some of the big bikes fits! :evilgrin:

[Repsol47]

Nobody is going to make this? C'mon guys...we need some participation in the real world in addition to your hangin' out online...

Buttonwillow is a 4 1/2 hour drive for me, would be about 5 1/2 from Sacramento, about 2 1/2 from LA...the rooms are dirt cheap down there, the track day is very inexpensive, and what a great excuse to have a sick day.

Let's rally up Repsol guys...let's ride! FAST!

If not for yourself, then do it for me...it's my birthday...:party:

Oh yeah...and I forgot to mention that Bekah, another of the Repsol girls from Laguna is going to be there riding...:cool:

RR

Robert,
Stacy's site list all the requirements needed for the trackday?
Clothing, Bike prep, etc.?

[Repsol Robert]

Robert,
Stacy's site list all the requirements needed for the trackday?
Clothing, Bike prep, etc.?

Yep...it's all there...and her bike requirements are less stringent than many...you can leave your radiator fluid in...some simple taping/disconnecting of lights. removal of mirrors and you're pretty much good to go.

Either one piece or 2 piece zip together on the leathers and riding boots that go above the ankles. They even have leathers for rent.

Are you pondering going?

[Repsol47]

Im seriously considering it.
It would be my first time on the track...so I would have to be in the "D" group with Ignacio:p

What hotel/motels are in the area?

[Repsol Robert]

Im seriously considering it.
It would be my first time on the track...so I would have to be in the "D" group with Ignacio:p

What hotel/motels are in the area?

There is a Motel 6, a Red Roof and a couple of others...all cheap...and a little south of the track on I5 at the Bakersfield/58 Junction. I'll post up a link when I get a chance.

Maybe you could take advantage of Crazy's offer above...free instructors and a $120 price.

[Repsol47]

Since I saw this I thought I'll let you guys know about this. I'm an organizer over at Socal Sport Bike Riders http://www.socalsportbikeriders.org/ I organize track days and rides. I have posted this track-day over at our web page Stacy is one of our sponsors and great person. For those coming we will have free riding lessons I will personaly have 4 instructors all day free of charge for all your questions and will take you around the track to teach you. Since I'm a member of this forum as well. I will be more than happy to help you guys. I actually have a disc price of $120 you guys should check it out all you need to do is go to the socal page look under calendar oct29 you might have to sign up for a free membership read all the kool stuff we will be doing on this day and I hope to see some of you guysl. I will have both my trackbike and the repsol so I'll be there look for a red 600rr and 07 repsol with the socal guys. :) We also have a bike prep work shop on the calendar for those that have never done a trackday and want to learn how to prep the bike all this is free once again check the calendar at the socal page for all the details. Sorry to hijack the threat but I thought I'll get you a lil disc too:D

There is a Motel 6, a Red Roof and a couple of others...all cheap...and a little south of the track on I5 at the Bakersfield/58 Junction. I'll post up a link when I get a chance.

Maybe you could take advantage of Crazy's offer above...free instructors and a $120 price.


I will look into that...it appears that Crazy lives up to his name with this Crazy deal.
Hopefully they do suspension work....Ive havent gotten my bike adjusted to MY weight.
I guessing there would be a big difference from the stock setting that Im using now.

[Big Kahuna]

I will look into that...it appears that Crazy lives up to his name with this Crazy deal.
Hopefully they do suspension work....Ive havent gotten my bike adjusted to MY weight.
I guessing there would be a big difference from the stock setting that Im using now.Yes, a BIG difference!!! :)

[CRAZYJM_2000]

Hey guys sorry I don't post much stuff in here but I'm a loyal member of repsol forum and the biker community in general. Socalsportbikeriders is all about safe riding and helping each other. We also have free transportation for this trackday I think we have 8 spots left on our trailer so if you need a ride let me know or e-mail me with any questions on how to prep your bike etc I'm here to help. I always come in here read and just check on what's going on. Socalsportbikeriders.org is not a club or anything is just a place where all riders are welcome all levels we teach anything we know, give advice etc to new riders promote safe riding and proper riding etc check us out also if you guys are looking for people to ride with we got over 950 members. We post rides and events all over socal come and ride sometime. Hope to see you guys at the trackday look for me I will be more than happy to help you learn and teach you anything I know. Our instructor are pro racers some teach racing school so you might want to come it will be free lessons:D

[ZZGIXXER]

There is a Motel 6, a Red Roof and a couple of others...all cheap...and a little south of the track on I5 at the Bakersfield/58 Junction. I'll post up a link when I get a chance.

Maybe you could take advantage of Crazy's offer above...free instructors and a $120 price.


would it be okay to bring some friends with their bikes??....i got about three friends with full leathers....but i still have to check with my boss (wife) to see if i can make it.....also making a business trip.

[CRAZYJM_2000]

I don't see why not as long as they register for the trackday.

[Repsol Robert]

Anybody is welcome...this is a trackday for all bikes, not just Repsols...I'm just tryin' to some of us together at the track.

There is no entry fee for spectators on a weekday, so if they are there just to watch...that's also fine.

RR

[Repsol Robert]

Well folks... looks like I'll be ridin' BW without my NorCal Repsol brothas...but I'll have a great time anyway... see some of you Saturday the 27th for the Dragon ride...:cool:...after a day at Thunderhill with Corvettes.

RR

[ZZGIXXER]

Well folks... looks like I'll be ridin' BW without my NorCal Repsol brothas...but I'll have a great time anyway... see some of you Saturday the 27th for the Dragon ride...:cool:...after a day at Thunderhill with Corvettes.

RR

ROBERT...DONT COUNT ME OUT YET. we still have almost two weeks. still working some things at my work.....that weekends lands on my annual meeting with the big sanchos with my company....so, im force to be there. if i can have my bikes brought down to LA....i can try to push to get on monday from LA.....i still got to keep my fingers cross. im still trying to work out the details. no promises either.

i really would like to get to the track....so dont count me out yet...not yet.

[CRAZYJM_2000]

Lil update on this day there are aprox 5 spots left for the c group so if this will be your 1st trackday please sign up ASAP don't be left out.

[goracer]

Post the link to sign up please. I allready checked out the socal calender but didn't see the link.

[Repsol Robert]

Post the link to sign up please. I allready checked out the socal calender but didn't see the link.

The direct link is in the first post for the trackday organizer... here it is again... http://www.letsridetrackdays.com/signup

or to join the SoCal group from CrazyJM and get $15 off... it's in Post #6 or here... http://www.socalsportbikeriders.org/ ...but you have to sign up to get to the calendar... maybe you are having trouble in which case I would PM CrazyJM_2000

See you there...RR

[CRAZYJM_2000]

Thanks Robert for taking care of the links. As Robert said you need to sign up with us socal to see the full calendar. You can also send me a pm and I will give you a direct number to call to register and the magic word for your discount:D

[goracer]

Thanks i'm on socal, just didn't notice the link and my net is down at home so i'm a bit slow checking it out. She does have a few peewee spots set aside for us but I do not have a full suit. I went to the discount site to get matching tocket pants to zip them together but it was sold. I can't do pants and track fee right now. They have some suits for rent $80/day but no boots. so dont think i'll be able to make this one.

[ZZGIXXER]

The direct link is in the first post for the trackday organizer... here it is again... http://www.letsridetrackdays.com/signup

or to join the SoCal group from CrazyJM and get $15 off... it's in Post #6 or here... http://www.socalsportbikeriders.org/ ...but you have to sign up to get to the calendar... maybe you are having trouble in which case I would PM CrazyJM_2000

See you there...RR

here is my lastest......i wont be able to attend. as this moment...well work comes first. perhaps, the next time.....i tried very hard. but it is just to busy schedule......also i wont be able to make it on that ride on saturday.....man!!! i want to ride with the guys....i just cant !!

[Repsol Robert]

here is my lastest......i wont be able to attend. as this moment...well work comes first. perhaps, the next time.....i tried very hard. but it is just to busy schedule......also i wont be able to make it on that ride on saturday.....man!!! i want to ride with the guys....i just cant !!

C & B Groups are sold out...only A spots left for those interested...RR

[goracer]

I'm out this session. Too much money to spend to make it.

[Repsol Robert]

There were only 2 Repsols at the event and we got to ride together for 1 session... overall a pretty nice day until the very end when the wind came up and everybody packed it in...a few large raindrops in the afternoon didn't affect traction...so I rode the session...

I loved the way the Dunlop GP209s performed, and I may be sticking with those for a while...but I will try the Michelins one day as I remember riding Michelins 25 years ago (M45 as I recall) and it was a good tire.

My pics are watermarked because I didn't see any that were purchase worthy this trip, but it gives you a sense of the fun that I had...

Looking at going to California Speedway in a couple of weeks where I will see 150-160 on the front tri-oval section...very fast track.

[ZZGIXXER]

There were only 2 Repsols at the event and we got to ride together for 1 session... overall a pretty nice day until the very end when the wind came up and everybody packed it in...a few large raindrops in the afternoon didn't affect traction...so I rode the session...

I loved the way the Dunlop GP209s performed, and I may be sticking with those for a while...but I will try the Michelins one day as I remember riding Michelins 25 years ago (M45 as I recall) and it was a good tire.

My pics are watermarked because I didn't see any that were purchase worthy this trip, but it gives you a sense of the fun that I had...

Looking at going to California Speedway in a couple of weeks where I will see 150-160 on the front tri-oval section...very fast track.


LOOKING GOOD ROBERT, LOOKING GOOD !!!