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NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

Hi,

I was wondering whether there was an engine size limit to do a track day on or is there a power limit, it's just that i'd like to do one but i have a honda nsr 125, the trackday will be for after i pass my test, and before anyone sayes "get a bigger bike" i cant afford the 600 i am looking to get so i am riding the 125 for a year to raise funds.

Any information will be great

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Davo · Davo To The Rescue! Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Karma :

A 125 will be allowed on some tracks, I have seen a minimum 250 limit at some track day terms & conditions. If you do use a 125 on track do be prepared to be overtaken a lot and I'd suggest you find tracks that have very limited straights (e.g. Lydden Hill).

Is your NSR restricted?

NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

It wont be, i've just got to get a few bits that alains has recommended, reeds, jets etc., but i've got to wait for pay day.

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ranna · Crazy Courier Joined: 30 Jun 2004 Karma :

im actually thinking of doing this as well on my gixxer. Do you need a particular type of insurance or your normal on road one is fine? The licence is 33bhp but bike is 100 bhp will they mind??
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Davo · Davo To The Rescue! Joined: 05 Apr 2004 Karma :

Typically your road insurance will not cover a trackday, there is trackday insurance available but obviously this isn't cheap at all!

Most of the time I usually "self-insure" myself on track.

Some companies will get funny with a 33bhp licence, however plenty of people from here have done a trackday on a 33bhp licence and not had any problems.

NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

Thanks for the info Davo, i will have to look into this further.

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Gazdaman · I did a trackday!!! Joined: 12 Aug 2004 Karma :

I wouldn't do one on an NSR125 unless you're very confident (read cocky), or stupid.

They're expensive to bin, not quick, and you'll just get overtaken all over the place, will destroy your confidence, and maybe ruin your first trackday experience.

re: the gixxer question, that'll be fine. Although some places say no 33bhp licences.

Gaz

NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

I dont think i 'm really confident, so don't need to see "cocky", however nearly 2 years riding experience credits me surely, stupid not really as i said i cant afford a bigger bike at the moment so a bigger bike is a no.

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Gazdaman · I did a trackday!!! Joined: 12 Aug 2004 Karma :

Track riding is different to road riding. You might be ok with a 125 on a track like lydden, maybe Brands indy.

You rarely see RS125s on trackdays, and when you do they're usually track prepped, and putting out around 30bhp.

Personally, I wouldn't, I only took my MZ on track because I had no other option and had already booked it. Then found it was quite good.

Gaz

Zimbo · World Chat Champion Joined: 09 Jul 2004 Karma :

Should be ok on tighter tracks I suppose, go in the novice group. Mallory Park is another alternative?

NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

Gazdaman · I did a trackday!!! Joined: 12 Aug 2004 Karma :

Well, by all means give it a go, that's the point of a trackday.

But beware that it may ruin your confidence by being pissed on at every turn (and straight).

Although do choose your track carefully. Something tight.

Gaz

NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

OK thanks for the advice, i think i will leave it until it gets a bit warmer and my bike is derestricted first.

Thanks again everyone for your advice

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colin1 · Captain Safety Joined: 17 Feb 2005 Karma :

there was a girl on 125cc sportsbikes forum, that did a track day on a cbr125 at ron haslams school with tuition.

they believe in starting people off on something less tricky to learn the basics

so if she was doing it on a 4 stroke 125, a 2 stroke 125 is gonna be better
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Gazdaman · I did a trackday!!! Joined: 12 Aug 2004 Karma :

I agree with the above. And you may think your NSR is pretty quick when you're battling with 1litre Fiestas. But when there are 180mph motorcycles passing you on both sides you feel decidedly less quick!

The NSR is alot more powerfull than my MZ, make sure you pick your track well, and most importantly, let us know how it goes!

Gaz

NSR-Rulez · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2005 Karma :

Will do thanks all i may even get some pics for you aswell

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