Kurt_Orban
Member
I'm glad I give you all the thrills lol, I'm definitely getting passed by smaller bikes. But last year on my Sport1000 with 80HP, I definitely should have stayed with a smaller bike. But for now, running the S1K detuned and in Rain Mode, forces me to ring it out a lot more. So glad it has that mode.You've hit the nail on the head, Kurt. Many new riders come to the track with equipment that far exceeds their skill level. I recently spoke to one who was going to add about $7k to his bike to get it "track ready." Electronics, top notch suspension, bars, rear sets, etc. That money would be far better spent (unless you happen to have sacks of $20s hanging around, of course!) on training, seat time, and tires.
I get that folks like the tech and to have nice equipment, but when I see a track day newbie on a Panigale with $200 Cycle Gear leathers on...I get worried. Besides, it is much more satisfying to go fast on a slow bike! There is a thrill that comes with passing a litre bike while on a smaller displacement bike, in any class.
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