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Paint_shaker
Posted on Saturday, August 16, 2008 - 08:23 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I am new to track days and may start racing next year. I was think of things that might be of benefit to log during each track session. I have come up with the following;

Date,
Track name,
Tire type,
Tire temp,
Air temp,
Track temp,
Fuel type,
Weather comments,
Suspension settings,
Laps times,
Laps completed,
Misc notes...

Any other things that I should keep track of for each session on the track??
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Josh_
Posted on Saturday, August 16, 2008 - 08:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Tire pressure
Fuel level
Track conditions
State of bike (ie new ECM flash, new plugs)

Although laps completed (or distance) is all I ever keep track of.

How are you taking tire temp?
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Paint_shaker
Posted on Saturday, August 16, 2008 - 08:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I currenty do not have a means to take tire temp. I know it can be taken and I BELIEVE the gadget is called a pyrometer. I could be wrong about that gadet name though...
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Slaughter
Posted on Saturday, August 16, 2008 - 09:08 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Pyrometer is a good tool to have for tire and track temperatures. I got one from a pawn shop -- they're available from Sears, any tool store. Even seen them at Costco.

They're in infrared measuring tool - so you can only measure temperatures on non-reflective surfaces (like tires and pavement) Can't get air temperature though.

You can really do well by picking up a laptimer - a Mychron or Ultralap. You can use it as a tool to measure changes you make. Can't get too focused on it however. You ought to see it once a lap. When you are comfortable and can run lap-to-lap times within a half second, you will really begin to notice differences in small changes you're making to the bike and to your technique.

Some tracks will allow the use of a second beacon so you can get split times... kinda handy but a pain for track operators. Ask before you put ANY beacon out on the track. ONLY ONE beacon can be in use at a time - unless you're running splits.
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Slaughter
Posted on Saturday, August 16, 2008 - 09:26 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/search_10153_12605?keyw ord=infrared+temperature

I got the $79 model for about $45 from a pawn shop.

Found some more online (struck out at Costco.com) http://www.instrumart.com/ProductList.aspx?Categor yID=4110
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Indy_bueller
Posted on Sunday, August 17, 2008 - 09:58 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

If you are using chain and sprockets, record what sizes. Especially if you will be going to different tracks.
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Paint_shaker
Posted on Monday, August 18, 2008 - 12:09 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

No chains/sprockets for now. I plan to stay with the belt until in becomes a limiting factor. I also plan to keep the motor stock (with the race kit) and some ECMspy tuning.

My priorty upgrades are race springs, brake pads and a ZTL2 8 piston caliper. I still have to pick up some better leathers, race stands, tire warmers, hardware for my spare rims.... and the list goes on... LOL
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Slaughter
Posted on Monday, August 18, 2008 - 12:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

If you're re-tuning with the ECMSpy - save EACH NEW Program parameter set. Log the parameters that you changed together with the file name.
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Alessio66xb12r
Posted on Monday, August 18, 2008 - 01:04 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

i agree in setting suspensions and brakes first.

but you are going to need a chain conv.(sure) .

if use ecmspy(or others) to play with the fuel maps
will you stay with the o2 sensor connected or not ???

bye Alessio
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Indy_bueller
Posted on Monday, August 18, 2008 - 05:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Nobody ever said it was a cheap hobby.

That's the main thing that is keeping me from doing it myself.
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Josh_
Posted on Monday, August 18, 2008 - 05:22 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

1125R $9500 online
safety wire (not required at all tracks): $5 for beer if you talk a local racer into helping you or $3 for WD40, $4 for a 1/16 drill bit and $3 for a roll of wire. Supply your own drill.
blue painter's tape $3

Leathers $? (my new AGVSport 2pc was $206 on eBay)
Helmet (I dropped $300 on a Shoei but any recent SNELL is fine)
tinted visor $40 (I don't recommend sunglasses)
boots (Teknic and others are $100)
gloves w/gauntlets ($100)

Oil change after every other session $60
Tires after every 6th session (or so) $300

Photos of you on the track $varies but ~$75

Track time : $100-$200 for the day
Races: I spent $150 for the 2-race/2-person in the gate day on Sunday incl transponder rental.

If racing:
Tire stands ($300 for PitBull)
Tire warmers ($30 per day with my local guys)

If not local:
Uhaul trailer ($25/day)
Chock (I spent $220 on Baxleys but there are cheaper ones)
Note with the Baxley they will help you in the pit if tech req the kickstand wired.


Probably needed:
Zip ties (can secure the fairing if you remove the mirrors and many other functions)
Owners manual (suspension adj)
stock tool kit
extra tools
service manual


extras:
drinks for the track
chair
sunscreen

My 1125R is stock (added heated grips, TechSpec, ProGel Grips and ThrottleMeisters)

My next big purchase that I expect to pay huge dividends and drop my laptimes dramatically: Gym membership.
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Redbuelljunkie
Posted on Monday, August 18, 2008 - 05:58 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Do not forget a portable/fold-up shelter (E-Z Shade makes a good one) for sun/rain protection. I have found it to be an absolute necessity for comfort and utility (I hang my leathers on it between sessions). I just wish mine had the Buell logo on it.
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