215lb + track day....

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TX-Aggie

Discussion Starter · Aug 8, 2007

I'm seriously thinking about doing a track day and have been looking at requirements....
Will my 215# 5'11" fat ass get laughed off the track as I squeeze into some XL leathers or are there other "big guys" out there that do track days?

what is a REASONABLE price to pay for track day gear?
1 piece or 2 piece?

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FZ6 Dude

· #2 · Aug 8, 2007

dude im 235lbs. and same height... i just got back from the track... no problems and had a blast... dont worry about what others think just go out and have fun and do your best... no one cares what you look like out there... its all about learning and having fun...
as far as the suit goes i got mine from here
http://www.cyclemartusa.com/shop/browse.htm?shopBy=4101&catalogId=652
and i personally bought this one...
http://www.cyclemartusa.com/shop/productlist.htm?browse=15478&shopBy=4101&catalogId=652
id go for the two piece...

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OFFICER737 said:
gotta 7 way party bong at the sheriff's dept.

Ivan_markII said:
When I treat the street as a racetrack I just pretend the cops are cornerworkers giving me the meatball.

lawson said:
ok, here is what you do you ready for this ok lets get down to business you gotta get a bunch of stuff for this you go to the grocery store get a jar of pickles some mayonnaise cheeze wizz crackers some milk and a thing of ketchup you bring all of that to your friends girlfriends house then u bend her over and fuck her in the ass as hard and fast as you can.

DUDELEESTA:twofinger

DefyInertia

· #3 · Aug 8, 2007 (Edited)

FZ6 Dude said:
dont worry about what others think just go out and have fun and do your best... no one cares what you look like out there... its all about learning and having fun...

Well said. Some of the NESBA control riders have pretty big guts and are the fastest guys out there!

FZ6 Dude said:
id go for the two piece...

If you already have street gear, I'd highly recommend a 1 piece for the track. There are many good reasons why no one who is really fast wears a 2 piece (hint: safety). It's just like any other gear decision, do you want to trade comfort for crash peformance, and if so, to what extent.

www.sportbiketrackgear.com and of course www.newenough.com have good prices on high quality suits.

I'm not sure how close you are to the nesba tracks (they list them on their website) but here is some good information (read the rider's manual for common bike prep and gear requirements):

http://www.nesba.com/Info/Forms.aspx

www.sportbiketracktime.com is another big track day org

read www.apexjunkie.com for some really good new track day rider information

Get out there!

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VDub90

· #4 · Aug 8, 2007

The last issue of Motorcyclist has a story written by a guy about going to track school. It has a pic of him sitting on the bike he looks to be like 280+. So I don't think you need yo worry.

Parabellum

· #5 · Aug 8, 2007

Yeah....215 5'11" is not that big...you will see much b*****, faster riders out there.

fraggle1

· #6 · Aug 8, 2007

Plenty of b***** guys out there, for sure.

If you're just trying out the track thing and don't want to commit to leathers just yet, you can probably rent some. It's usually about $50-$100, depending on the organization. I know Ridesmart and Lone Star Track Days have rentals available.

ster1

· #7 · Aug 8, 2007

Never did a track day, 250 5'10", and I ride it like I stole it. Especially when I'm on my way to a twinkie sale!

fxclm5

· #8 · Aug 8, 2007

ster1 said:
Never did a track day, 250 5'10", and I ride it like I stole it. Especially when I'm on my way to a twinkie sale!

roflmao

Freshgrease

· #9 · Aug 8, 2007

I'm sick and tired of you sub-250lb guys calling yoursleves fatasses. My dad's 215 pounds and like a 34 waist. Sometimes I wonder if I should forcibly feed him lard. You make me feel bad for being 300 on a 250R

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FZ6 Dude

· #10 · Aug 8, 2007

DefyInertia said:
Well said. Some of the NESBA control riders have pretty big guts and are the fastest guys out there!

If you already have street gear, I'd highly recommend a 1 piece for the track. There are many good reasons why no one who is really fast wears a 2 piece (hint: safety). It's just like any other gear decision, do you want to trade comfort for crash peformance, and if so, to what extent.

www.sportbiketrackgear.com and of course www.newenough.com have good prices on high quality suits.

I'm not sure how close you are to the nesba tracks (they list them on their website) but here is some good information (read the rider's manual for common bike prep and gear requirements):

http://www.nesba.com/Info/Forms.aspx

www.sportbiketracktime.com is another big track day org

read www.apexjunkie.com for some really good new track day rider information

Get out there!

well id say since he is just looking to start out that he would get more use out of a two piece... i know that there are some minimal safety issues compared to a 1pc... but he would get more of his moneys worth and would be more easily street used and not too mention it is hella more comfortable and you can wear one or the other while on the street... if he gets into and really likes it then yea id eventually go with a 1pc but until you know how you are going to like it id say you would get more value out of your money with a two pc....

Upgrades: frame-sliders, fend-elim, tcp seatcowl, pazzo levers, LED taillight w/int.turn signals, puig double bubble blue tint windscreen, K&N filter, Carbon Scorpion Exhaust, yamaha tankpad, flush turnsignals...
Drifting is a lifestyle, so live it sideways!

OFFICER737 said:
gotta 7 way party bong at the sheriff's dept.

Ivan_markII said:
When I treat the street as a racetrack I just pretend the cops are cornerworkers giving me the meatball.

lawson said:
ok, here is what you do you ready for this ok lets get down to business you gotta get a bunch of stuff for this you go to the grocery store get a jar of pickles some mayonnaise cheeze wizz crackers some milk and a thing of ketchup you bring all of that to your friends girlfriends house then u bend her over and fuck her in the ass as hard and fast as you can.

DUDELEESTA:twofinger

Snowflare

· #11 · Aug 8, 2007

As far as 2 piece vs 1 piece, this is a track day not a race. I'm not planning on getting a 1 piece unless I'm gonna race or if I get bumped up to the main group from novice.

One thing that was missed earlier regarding comfort vs safety:
If you're roasting your ass so much that you are uncomfortable, you are about to be unsafe from the distraction. Discomfort is unsafe at a certain extent.

ped

· #12 · Aug 8, 2007

dude im 215lbs @ 5'7"

serpentracer

· #13 · Aug 8, 2007

ped said:
dude im 215lbs @ 5'7"

wow its Danny DeVeto here on our forums:twofinger

DefyInertia

· #14 · Aug 8, 2007

Snowflare said:
As far as 2 piece vs 1 piece, this is a track day not a race. I'm not planning on getting a 1 piece unless I'm gonna race or if I get bumped up to the main group from novice.

One thing that was missed earlier regarding comfort vs safety:
If you're roasting your ass so much that you are uncomfortable, you are about to be unsafe from the distraction. Discomfort is unsafe at a certain extent.

lol

TX-Aggie

Discussion Starter · #15 · Aug 8, 2007 (Edited)

Ok thanks for the tips and reassurance...I owe each of you a beer!

I've been on somewhat of a bender the past week and felt a bit large from it.

as for the 2pc vs 1pc....I'm gonna die in ANY leathers in TX weather.

DefyInertia

· #16 · Aug 9, 2007

Whether you decide to go 1pc or 2pc, just make sure you get a well constructed suit that is perforated!!!

TX-Aggie

Discussion Starter · #17 · Aug 9, 2007

Trust me, when it comes to perspiration I know all about perforation

PWGUNNY

· #18 · Aug 9, 2007

'Nuff said

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badgixxer

· #19 · Aug 9, 2007

nfloor i love that pic i laugh my ass every time i see it...

TX-Aggie

Discussion Starter · #20 · Aug 9, 2007

That poor bike and his poor heart won't last long....

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