| Author | Message | ||
     Teach |
I just wanted to give everyone an update on our event that is coming up on May 9th. The agenda is set: 1. Welcome and introduction of guests 9:00 am 2. Explanation of today’s activities 3. Small group sessions: 9:15 am 12:15 pm a. Adjusting suspensions for performance street riding (lecture/demo) 30 min b. Basic maintenance (lecture/demo) 30 min c. Advanced street riding skills lecture/demo) 30 min d. Mapping and performance tuning (lecture) 30 min e. Getting ready for the track (lecture/demo) 30 min f. Dyno demonstrations (lecture/demo) 30 min 4. Activities a. Lunch/networking 12:15 pm 1:00 pm b. Trivia run – approx. 60 miles 1:00 pm 3:00 pm c. Model meetings 3:00 pm 4:00 pm 1. Lightning 2. Firebolt 3. Ulysses 4. Tubers 5. 1125 R/CR d. Dyno runs 9:00 am 5:00 pm e. Barbeque 5:00 pm 6:00 pm f. Demo rides 9:15 am 5:00 pm Also, for the first 25 riders to pre-register, you will receive a free event t-shirt and barbeque dinner coupon. Also, for our badweather friends, we are blowing out prices on new, 07 Uly's ($8495.00 plus tax and doc fee) and new 07 XB12 TT's. ($7495.00 plus tax and doc fee) Please contact me to register at finance@wrhd.com or 440-974-6900. Also, I can supply hotel info. See you there! Teach (a.k.a. Jim) Business Manager Western-Reserve HD/Buell 8567 Tyler Blvd Mentor, OH 44066 http://www.westernreservehd.com More info!! Morning snacks and lunch will be provided, but the barbeque will have a cost of $7.00 per person. There are no other charges for the event. (Message edited by teach on April 08, 2009) (Message edited by teach on April 08, 2009) | ||
| Mikef5000 |
Arg! Why can't anything like this ever happen on a Sunday??? Sounds like an awesome event! | ||
| Rasta_dog |
Sounds cool. A day by the lake. It's not gonna snow in May, right? | ||
| Teach |
It could! But, it couldn't snow on a Buell event!!! But, if it did we have a back-up plan.  | ||
| Teach |
We are pleased to announce the Wes and Leah Orloff will be presenting at the Thunder and Lightning event. Wes and Leah are both engineers at Harley-Davidson and are both avid Buell racers. Wes has been racing Buells since 1999, highlights being attaining the 2008 Battle of the Twins Formula 2 championship on a Buell XB12. Wes has also earned numerous battle of the twins national wins over the years, Fastrack Endurance wins on an XB9R, and even the first recognized national road race win on an XBRR. Wes is the two time defending Harley money class track champion at Union Grove Harley shootout series, hot street champion at the Country Harley Drags, and past AMRA race event winner, all on his 10 second Buell lightning drag bike. Wes also holds a World Landspeed record on a Buell XB9 (MPS-PP 1000cc: 169.321 mph). Orloff is an avid supermotard competitor in the summer, switching to ice racing during the winter months, all on a KTM525SMC. In addition to his racing exploits, Wes also helps teach a road race school with Sportbike Track Time. Leah started road racing in 2004, and has become a consistent top ten finisher in the Battle of the Twins Formula 3 class, racing a Buell XB9 and Suzuki SV650. Leah has also taken over the reigns of WFO Racing’s championship winning Buell X1 Lightning drag bike, all ready going quicker and faster than Wes. Leah also competes on the supermotard and ice racing circuit with Wes. Wins are just a matter of time for this fearless competitor…. Hope all of you will have a chance to meet and talk with both Wes and Leah. | ||
| Court |
While technically "accurate" that is almost an understatement. In addition to a a fine racer and a heck of a nice guy, Wes is an accomplished test rider and knows the ins and out of motorcycle dynamics as well as anyone. I know Leah by name and reputation but have not met her. I'd be willing to bet it'd be fair to paint the same praise of her. If you get a chance to listen to these guys talk and field questions, I'd highly recommend it. Court | ||
| Thumper74 |
I'm half an hour away and work until 5 that day... | ||
| Ponti1 |
Play hookie!! | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
I'm really looking forward to this. The trivia run should be fun too! Wounder were were riding to lol | ||
| Teach |
We were going to have a Poker Run and then one of staff presented the trivia run and I think it will be different and fun. | ||
| Dano_12s |
Jim, sounds like a great event,my be up early to check out area. | ||
| Teach |
Hope to see you Dano 12s Jim | ||
| Wolfridgerider |
choices.... This event sounds like it would be a great/grate time... | ||
| Arctic9r |
so is anyone going, or want to ride up with some member(s) from COBRA? | ||
| Us_uly |
I'm goin'. You Cobra guys can stop at my place and we can ride in together. | ||
| Court |
You guys are killing me. . . . this is a mere 488 miles from NYC and I confess I keep looking at the map. If you haven't met Wes and Leah you are in for a major treat. This is a big deal and I'm thrilled to see a dealership doing this. I can't wait to hear about it. Court | ||
| Wolfridgerider |
HEAR ABOUT IT?? Get on that Uly and get your but over hear! | ||
| Pittsburgh_guy |
Teach, Are you going to be running specials on parts... or even better, tires(hint hint)?? Thanks, | ||
| Teach |
I hear rumors of 20% off!! | ||
| Mytripb |
Is there going to be a SCG available for demo? | ||
| Teach |
We don't have a scg demo, but we have two in stock, I can let you take one of those out...for a few miles!!  | ||
| Dano_12s |
Jim,any suggestions on directions coming from the So.East[turnpike]?Roads closed,construction,ect. | ||
| Teach |
I don't think there are any construction issues. Weather is looking better.... (Message edited by teach on May 07, 2009) | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
what happens if it rains? i mean if it is i plan on driving my car.... but will the event be canceled or what? | ||
| Badlionsfan |
Dano,Ohio pike to exit 187 (I-480 west) 480 to 271 north 271 to I-90 east I-90 to exit 195, center st Turn left at end of exit ramp Center st to Tyler blvd, turn right Western Reserve is on the left, about 1/2 give or take A little construction on pa pike, at the state line and milemarker 48. Right lane closed in Ohio around the 212 I think, could reopen any time, they're just fixing a few bad spots. | ||
| Dano_12s |
Thanks,Ben. I hope to be there,Wes+Leah would be great too listen in on.Just have to get rid of this nasty sore throat. | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
swine flu!!!! lol stay away! | ||
| Rockstarblast1 |
great event! cant wait till next year! | ||
| Wolfridgerider |
great event! cant wait till next year! +1 | ||
| Ponti1 |
+2 Thanks to Teach and Western Reserve for a great event!! |
