Recent content by jmann

So, bought an older race bike hoping to do more track days. Overall it looks good. Just have a question about the front brake lever. The precious racer / owner swapped out the master cylinder to Brembo. He put safety wire into what would normally be a bolt holding the brake lever in place. I...

Looking to get into dirt bikes. Other than a CRF50, never ridden dirt bikes before. I know, the 50cc probably don’t count. My riding background: Been riding 300, 600, and 1000cc sport bikes at the track for a few years. I’m 5’5 inches tall. What’s the best dirt bike for me? Below are the...

Those that have raced Ninja 300. What sprocket combo works great with 520 chain? Thanks.

Anyone know if they’re going to separate the 400 from the 300? If not the 300 just going to get creamed.

Just wondering what the consensus was for riders getting pulled over for aftermarket exhausts on sport bikes? Yes, it's louder, but sounds so much better. How often is this enforced? Checking before I decide to get one.

What's up with Japanese bike dealers not allowing test rides? Even for a serious buyer? Was shopping for a new 1000cc sport bike last month. None of the Japanese brand even allowed a test ride. Some wouldn't even turn the engine on. Even dealerships where I've bought multiple bikes from...

Saw an ad for 2016 R1S for $10995. Figured, great price, let's go pick one up. Called dealership for OTD price. Was told it was an awesome deal at $15000 OTD. WTF?? How does a $10995 turn into $15000 even with tax, DMV fees, and generously giving dealer $1000 for prep and fees. If you're...

What are your thoughts on the Aprilia RSV4 RR? How reliable are they? There's some posting of various engines, starting, heat, and valve issues online. For a motor that's been updated the 7 yrs, would of thought Aprilia would of fixed all the earlier issues. Thinking of making the jump from...

Just curious how long a new bike / engine would last if used for track days? Basically being up in the upper power range for 20 mins x 7 sessions would be harder on the bike then just regular canyon riding. I've done 5 days on a CBR600RR and bike still runs. Just wondering if the bike will...

Anyone with a bunch of good slightly used tires for 300cc bikes? Some of you who race must have a bunch of take offs? Let me know. Thanks.

I've heard of people buying tires from race bikes that just have a few sessions on them. Anyone know where? Need some for KTM RC390, R3, or Ninja 300.

I'm been saving up and hopefully will attend one of these schools soon. Which do you think is better? YCRS or CSB? From all of the stuff I've read on them and watching a bunch of videos. They both offer great instructions. I'm just torn on what seems like different techniques or ways of...

Just got off the phone negotiating with sales manager from East Bay Motorsports in Oakland. Didn't like their sales tactics. Pricing the bike very low $4188 http://6396.motorcyclesforless.net/p/20851927/2/11514272/7 , then jacking up the freight and prep. We argued (discussed) for 30 minutes...