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Socalbuellriders
Posted on Saturday, December 26, 2009 - 07:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Anyone got a track day checklist they want to share? Must-haves/fugheddaboutits?

This will be the first time I'm NOT renting a bike for a trackday, so now I've got to be sure I've got everything squared away instead of just showing up and jumping on a rental.

I figure:
1. Fuel
2. Front and rear stands
3. Tire warmers
4. Generator for tire warmers
5. Extra distilled water/water wetter?
6. Pop-up shade
7. Water/food
8. Duct tape
9. Tool box

What am I missing?
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Froggy
Posted on Saturday, December 26, 2009 - 07:26 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Not knowing your bike/setup, bring a spare belt and pegs/levers if possible. It would suck to have a day get ruined in an early spill that left you with no shifter.
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Slaughter
Posted on Saturday, December 26, 2009 - 07:56 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

NOTEBOOK - record baseline settings BEFORE making changes:

Tires - type and pressure (hot - ask Shawn!)
Suspension - preload (sag) and damping settings (again, Shawn will give you excellent advice)

A FRIEND!!! You do NOT want to go to the track solo. Partner up with somebody. I shouldn't have to say WHY this is important.

Fire extinguisher.

Snacks - energy bars for between meals.

Electrolyte replacement drinks in addition to water (you can make your own)

HAVE FUN!!

When you going? Where???
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Endoman33
Posted on Saturday, December 26, 2009 - 10:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Uh, riding gear Helmet, riding suit, boots, gloves, chest and back protector.

And I'm not joking I've seen it happen, someone forgot their riding gear
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Gearhead
Posted on Saturday, December 26, 2009 - 10:36 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

This is my actual raceday check off sheet. I've deleted a few items and added some comments. You may not need all this stuff but ...

One last thing, start drinking lots of water two to three days before your track day! Hydration can make or break your whole day, it's that important!

Have fun and remember there are no trophies handed out at the end of the day!


Raceday Check-off List
Bike w/key - Put the key in the bike after you load it so you don't forget it!!!!
Tie-down strap box -
Fuel can - 5 gallons
Radio - some tracks use an FM signal to broadcast 1st & 2nd calls plus other info
Suit
Clock - more important than you'd think!
Under Armor - I forgot to pack mine once, I was very uncomfortable the whole day in my leathers
Generator & key - Don't laugh, I drove clear up to Road America last year only to discover I'd left the Gen key at home
Boots
Yellow & black drop cords - for tire warmers
Helmet w/both visors - unless you wear sunglasses under your helmet, have a smoked and a clear visor
Gloves
Tire warmers
Spare tire & jack - for trailer
(3) Chairs
Cooler / water
Work carpet - easier on your knees than knealing on asphalt when check tire pressures, etc.
Buell Racing banner - REPRESENT!!
Box of Rags
Extra brake pads
Pit Bull stands
Bicycle - I always take my mountain bike, lots easier to get around than walking everywhere

****Check Trailer and Truck tire pressures

Buell tool kit
Spanner
1/2 drive breaker bar
Axle nut
Screwdriver
Firebolt manual
T-27 Wrench
Big allen wrench for rear axle pinch bolt
Race tool box
Flashlight
T-27 Screwdriver
Safety wire & pliers
Torx hex set
2 qts. - AmsOil 20/50
Allen head set
Pint of synthetic brake fluid
Air pressure gauge
Pocket knife
22mm wrench
(2) pliers
22mm 1/2 drive socket
(2) Adjustable wrenches
(3) straight screwdrivers
Canopy
Air tank
Zip-ties
Electrical tape
Duck tape
Side cutters
1/2 torque wrench
Notepad and pens
Race log notebook

Spares
Belt
Handgrips
Clutch lever
Brake lever
Shifter assembly
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Patrickmitchell
Posted on Sunday, December 27, 2009 - 11:19 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

This is excessive, but has gotten me through many track days...

Track Day Preparation Guide
Including but not limited to:


Keys to your bike
Bike
Wallet
Extra $$
Trailer or Ramp
Tie Downs or other way to secure your bike during transport
Locks- To secure your bike from theft if left outside at night
Tarp
Free standing canopy- 10x10 minimum
Front and rear stands
Chairs
Folding Table/s
Paper towels
Cloth Towels - Large & Small
Windex
Distilled Water
RedlineWater Wetter
Chain lube
Chain Cleaner
Axel Grease
Brake Cleaner
Oil
Brake Fluid
Gas - 5 to 10 Gallons
Funnel
Keys To Bike
Food/snacks - You will get hungry
Drinks- Water/Gatorade etc... No Alcohol
Cooler
Ice
Helmet
Shaded/Clear Helmet Visors
Gauntlet Riding Gloves
Riding Boots
Leathers - One or Two Piece (2 Piece must zip together)
Back Protector - If required...Good Idea even if not required
Chest Protector - If required...Good Idea even if not required
Under garments - Something like UnderArmor for under your leathers
Change of clothes
Wet Ones towelettes
Hand sanitizer
Chap Stick
Aspirin/Advil/Excedrin
Toiletries
Garbage bags
Paper Plates
Plastic Utensils
Tent - If camping
Sleeping bag - If camping
Blow up mattress & Pump - If camping
Pillows
Camera
Wife/Girlfriend to take Pictures
Riding Forms if not provided at Track
Service manual
Keys to Bike
Spares - Wheels, Levers, Rearsets, Tires...etc...
Tire Warmers - If Used/Required According to Tires
Lap timer - If you have one
Tools-Including but not limited to:
Misc Screwdrivers
Sockets & Rachets - 1/2 in, 3/4 in & 1/4 in
Torque wrench
Allen (Hex Head) wrenches/sockets
Torx Sockets (Star Headed Sockets)
Safety Wire
Wire Cutters
Safety Wire Pliers
Wrenches
Zip Ties
Duct Tape
Cordless Drill
Drill Bits
Lock Tite
Valve Stem Tool
Air gauge
Electrical tape
Wire brush
Small diameter rope/String
Double Face Tape
Air Tank
Flashlight/s
Hanging or Free Standing Light
Rubber Mallet
Hammer
Extension cord/s - If track has power outlets
Generator - If track does NOT have power
Power Strip
Battery Tender
Bungees
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Redbuelljunkie
Posted on Sunday, December 27, 2009 - 11:49 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I have found taking a broom to be quite handy... oh, and all the stuff mentioned above, too.
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Alchemy
Posted on Sunday, December 27, 2009 - 07:00 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Patrick,

Loved the wife/girlfriend comment. Just be sure to keep the names straight.

Have a great New Year by the way.
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Art_vandelay
Posted on Monday, December 28, 2009 - 01:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Beer for when the day is done. Unbelievable how good beer tastes after a day at the track.
I also have a decent sized clock so I know when I need to be on the track.
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Paint_shaker
Posted on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 - 12:54 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I rode to my first track day, stripped/ tapped some parts and rode the track. At the end of the day, I put the parts back on and rode it back to the hotel.

For just a track day, the min would be;

1. Bike
2. Leathers/boots/gloves/helmet
3. Chair
4. Water
5. Shade

Everything else is optional.
Nowadays when I go, I am basically practicing for racing and haul a van full of crap with me... lol

(Message edited by Paint_shaker on December 29, 2009)
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Eboos
Posted on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 - 01:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)


quote:

I rode to my first track day, stripped/ tapped some parts and rode the track. At the end of the day, I put the parts back on and rode it back to the hotel.

For just a track day, the min would be;

1. Bike
2. Leathers/boots/gloves/helmet
3. Chair
4. Water
5. Shade

Everything else is optional.
Nowadays when I go, I am basically practicing for racing and haul a van full of crap with me... lol




Bingo! Especially for your first trackday, don't get all hung up about bringing everything under the sun. Bring sensible stuff with you and have fun. You will learn what you need and what you don't.
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Fresnobuell
Posted on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 - 01:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Don't forget the keys to the bike. lol
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Slaughter
Posted on Friday, January 01, 2010 - 12:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

YEP - get a SECOND set of keys and put them in your tool box.

I re wired my electrical system so I have NO key for the ignition and I got the fuel cap from Pete at Grandstand Designs... no longer need a key to do anything with the bike. Makes life easier.
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Patrickmitchell
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 - 07:06 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Funny!

I eliminated my key the middle of last season. It is amazing the number of times, at morning riders meetings, that guys ask for help with by passing their keys... Hence they are on the list A LOT.

Ben: Happy New Year to you as well. I'm sure I'll run into you at Ephrata. If you are interested in another track day, let me know.
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Eboos
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 - 10:14 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I eliminated my key right after the 2008 season. It was very easy to do. The hardest part was desiding on where to put the switch. I used to carry one key with the bike, one key on my key chain, and one in my tool box.
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Benm2
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 - 10:23 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

My key is safety wired to the top triple clamp. That or a couple of plastic zip ties to keep it attached while you're at the track.

Erik - instructions please! You're bike & mine are fairly similar...
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Alessio66xb12r
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 - 11:11 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

i eliminated the keys too.....a flat hammered screwdriver did well for ignition and fuel tank ...happy new year
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Eboos
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 - 12:51 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)


quote:

Erik - instructions please! You're bike & mine are fairly similar...




Woo whoo. I just got my wife a digital camera for Christmas. I'll post instructions and photos on Wednesday.
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Slaughter
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 - 02:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)


quote:

Woo whoo. I just got my wife a digital camera for Christmas. I'll post instructions and photos on Wednesday.




RIIIiiiight! YOU got HER the camera... uh huh... we believe you.
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Eboos
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 - 02:51 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Yeah, she kind of busted me when I asked her to take a lot of candid photos in the pits to go along with my race reports this year.

She wanted a GPS. She doesn't go any where.
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Slaughter
Posted on Tuesday, January 05, 2010 - 10:27 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I say again, don't dare get to the track without a notebook... ESPECIALLY for suspension/tire settings and conditions.

You can get a good suspension setting checklist/guide from Dave Moss' website:

http://www.feelthetrack.com/tuning_guide.htm

Dave has been the guy doing the series of suspension videos for RRW through OnTheTrackTV and is a HELLUVA expert out here.

Takes a while to get suspension/tires right... if not, the whole track experience can be pretty frustrating.
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Benm2
Posted on Tuesday, January 05, 2010 - 11:48 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)


quote:

She wanted a GPS. She doesn't go any where.




I got my wife a Forerunner 305 GPS with the heart rate monitor. I've been a good boy & haven't "borrowed" it yet. She DID say she wanted to start running right?
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Eboos
Posted on Wednesday, January 06, 2010 - 10:33 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

No, a GPS for her car.
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