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Budc
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 12:53 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

That's right, Buell has announced 12 Track Day events around the country. These events will be operated by Private Track Time and sponsored by Buell, Pirelli, Sentry Insurance, Vanson Leather and local dealers. For those of you in the Milwaukee area, Hal's H-D/Buell will be sponsoring both the June 7th as well as the October 9th event at Road America. When was the last time you got a day of riding at Road America for only $150? Sign up for the limited slots at www.Buell.com.
Hope to see some of you there.
BudC
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New12r
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 07:23 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I went to Barber last year and PTT is great. The lunch was good and the staff top notch.

I will go again but MBIV is on the same day this year and that is my priority.

You do get a lot of track time for your money as well. I did 250+ miles in two days.
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Slaughter
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 09:13 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I didn't take ANY chances, signed Sunny and me up for the Willow Springs event in October. They're limiting it to 60 total for each event. 3 classes of 20 I believe.
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Mikef5000
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 10:32 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

WOOHOO! Mid Ohio October 4th! I'm There!!!
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Wolfridgerider
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 10:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I done spent the money and sent the info to all the peps on my email list!!! Mid Ohio here I come!!!!!!!!
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Captnemo
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 10:53 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

The Barber event isn't listed in the calender. Hey Court, this needs your special attention.
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Captnemo
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 11:21 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

OK I found it, it's listed in the "Inside Pass" Section
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Donutclub
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 12:58 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I'm signed up for Mid-O as well........advanced group. It's good to see Buell sponsoring track days.
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Josh_
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 04:17 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I'm in for Road America 10/9. What's with all the mid-week days?
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Mikef5000
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 04:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Much cheaper and easier to rent a track midweek than on a weekend.


What's the difference going to be between beginner and advanced?
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Donutclub
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 05:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I'm not familiar with Private Track Time, but other organizations usually have more restrictive passing rules for beginners. Having said that, the beginner class is great for individuals that have never ridden on a race track.

A word of warning.......It's highly addictive to ride a motorcycle on a race track.
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M1combat
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 06:21 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

September 6th at Miller for me : ).

I might do the May 2nd too, but I'll have to talk with the better half about that.
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Cochise
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 06:31 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Hey Josh_Cox How come Cycle-Connection isn't listed on Buell.Com?
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Coturi
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 07:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

M1, I'll see you at Miller!

Can't wait!
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Danny_h__jesternut
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 07:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Oh I see nothing for a New England(N.E.)Bueller. VIR & Pocono is not within a reasonable drive. Would cost me two maby three vacation days,nope not worth it, count me out
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Buellshyter
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 07:52 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I better get me some disability insurance...lol
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Blublak
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 09:15 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

September 12th at VIR.. I am so there.. as a matter of fact, Bumble Buell looks to be lifting her 'ban' on track riding to go out on this date.. Dang, I hope we have a good number of folks riding this date.. I think it'd be cool if this could become an annual event..
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Paint_shaker
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 09:40 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

WTF??? The closest event to me is 8 1/2 to 9 hours away!!

Three obviouse tracks missing are Summit Point, W.V.; AtlantA, Ga; and Jennings, Fl.....

Maybe next year....
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Josh_cox
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 10:18 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Cochise, it is because our event isn't a track day sponsored by Buell. I'm trying to get ours listed on the site. Our dealership is renting the whole track for the weekend and letting Buell owners ride for free. These cost $150 each day to attend I think.

It is great to see Buell taking initiative though!

Josh
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Cochise
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 10:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Josh, email being written to your personal account.
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Socalbueller
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 10:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Sweet! I signed up for the streets in Oct and planning to do Laguna in Nov. when that opens up.
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Buellshyter
Posted on Sunday, March 04, 2007 - 10:33 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Three obvious tracks missing are Summit Point, W.V.; AtlantA, Ga; and Jennings, Fl.....

If I'm not mistaken, the Buell track days coincide with the AMA Superbike races at those various tracks. So, prepare to be scouted by the likes of Air Jordan
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Josh_
Posted on Monday, March 05, 2007 - 12:17 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Hey Josh, where/when is your track day?
Buell owners/bikes only?
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Reepicheep
Posted on Monday, March 05, 2007 - 12:53 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Just signed up for Mid Ohio in October.

Looks like they run 3 groups (novice, intermediate, advanced) and have moderate (not so clear) rules on gear (look reasonably soft for the novice class).

And no passing within 6 feet, no stuffing on the corners. Looks like it is open to all brands.

Looks very cool, and looks like Buell and other sponsors must be offsetting a good chunk of the cost. Fantastic!
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Damnut
Posted on Monday, March 05, 2007 - 01:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I'm in for 9/27 in PA.
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Mikef5000
Posted on Monday, March 05, 2007 - 01:59 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Found some info:

One or two-piece leathers.
Back Protector highly recommended
Reinforced synthetic riding suits acceptable for Novice group only unless competition approved
Full-face coverage helmet
Riding Boots and gloves
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Slaughter
Posted on Monday, March 05, 2007 - 03:11 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

If in doubt, send them an email to ask.

I'm betting they also want full circumference zipper if using 2-piece.
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Macbuell
Posted on Monday, March 05, 2007 - 04:04 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Man, that sucks that Barber is the same weekend as March Badness IV.
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Blake
Posted on Monday, March 05, 2007 - 04:18 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

http://www.buell.com/en_us/news_events/insidepass/ index.asp
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Rick_a
Posted on Tuesday, March 06, 2007 - 12:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Where's the FL and GA tracks! Curse you Buell! (JK, I've never attended a Buell event anyway)
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Stealthxb
Posted on Tuesday, March 06, 2007 - 01:18 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Big ups to Buell for organizing this!
Avoid the conflict with March Badness next year and I am in.
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Court
Posted on Tuesday, March 06, 2007 - 06:28 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I suspect next year you'll see far more conflicts.

The new and improved Buell PR folks are getting off to a bit of a rocky start (and generating some hilarious stories in the process) but I think their hearts are in the right place.

Progress. . . .
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New12r
Posted on Tuesday, March 06, 2007 - 07:00 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Reinforced synthetic riding suits acceptable for Novice group only unless competition approved

Yeah, they will let them on the track until someone goes down, then it is all leather.

Last year they said Two pairs of Blue jeans were ok, so a bunch of guys had synthetic gear and after a small lowside they said the gear left a residue on the track and if you did not have leathers you could not ride. A lot of folks were borrowing gear and going home!

With that said, Leather is the only way to save your hide anyway.
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