There seems to be more and more members appearing that are racing the ZXR400 so i've created a special section just for you to show off results, discuss meets etc etc.
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I want to do a tgrack day on my zxr400,any body got any idea which track is the 1 of the better 1s...??
Im stil wobbly on my bike although i had my lience 18yrs i wouyld love just to get my knees down 1s on my zxr :smt013
i live down in pontypridd south wales so will have to ride my bike to the track
cheerrrss all juliexxx
Hi Julie, Which track is better is a just down to personal choice.. they're all different. If you've not done a track day before I'd recommend you went to your nearest one which I'm going to guess is Pembrey (?). I've never ridden there myself but I'm sure you'll find it challenging enough for your first go. Try looking on the 'net for a good trackday company that is organising a trackday there.
Once you've found a date and booked your track day (go for the novice group of course) make time to check your bike over. You'll need your tyres and chain in good order. There's no need to do too much to your bike, but riding your bike hard on a track will show up any short comings and a knackered chain or worn tyres can spoil your day. You'll need one piece leathers or a good zip together two piece of course. You don't say whether you will be riding to the track or using a trailer/van, but if you're not riding there then bring a few basic tools to tighten anything that comes loose and adjust your suspension and a jerry can of fuel.
Getting your knee down isn't the B all and end all of enjoying a track day, and I would concentrate on getting used to a track first. After a few sessions you'll probably be confident enough to go a bit quicker than you maybe would on the road (although going fast isn't compulsory), and if your going quicker and on the right line then your knee might start to find the tarmac. If it doesn't don't worry, having your knee down on a track day doesn't necessarily make you faster or mean you'll enjoy it any less.
Stay within your limits (only you know what these are) and build up slowly. Better to go a little bit slower than to throw your bike into the scenery! Take breaks, and drink plenty of water. Don't feel pressure to go out on a session if you feel tired.. track riding can be mentally any physically tiring and don't let faster riders goad you into going faster before you're ready... Above all enjoy it.. and be warned that track days can be highly addictive.. and if you get hooked you might find yourself wanting to race!
Good luck and don't forget to let us know how you get on will you?
AgentOrange wrote:You don't say whether you will be riding to the track or using a trailer/van, but if you're not riding there then bring a few basic tools to tighten anything that comes loose and adjust your suspension and a jerry can of fuel.
My mistake, you did say you would be riding to the track.. that's fine, just stick a screwdriver under the seat to adjust the suspension if you need to.. there may be fuel available at the track.. you can find this out by calling them before you go. Enjoy!
Pembrey or Anglesea I would say. Like agent orange says Make sure your bike is prepared well. I do some Instucting for Hottrax and the number of people who run out of brake pads is amazing. Just take you time to learn the circuit for the 1st couple of session Then ask to go out with an instructor There normally free and can help you with lines and your body postion on the bike. Most of all enjoy yourself and try not to let the Red mist come down.
Oh yes.. Anglesea.. never ridden there either, I must make the effort to do a few tracks I've never done before, next summer.. I can take my mountain bike to Wales for a summer holiday and do a track day while I'm there.. sounds like a good plan.
Which tracks do you instruct at FLUTE? I'd be interested in getting a few pointers on a track day from someone who understands ZXR400's. I generally do Brands Hatch as it's the nearest track to me.
AgentOrange wrote:Oh yes.. Anglesea.. never ridden there either, I must make the effort to do a few tracks I've never done before, next summer.. I can take my mountain bike to Wales for a summer holiday and do a track day while I'm there.. sounds like a good plan.
Which tracks do you instruct at FLUTE? I'd be interested in getting a few pointers on a track day from someone who understands ZXR400's. I generally do Brands Hatch as it's the nearest track to me.
Do pretty much all the cicuits barring Knockhill Work for Hottrax so try and do as many of them as I can as it,s really rewarding watching someone you help get faster and safely through the day. The new anglesea is an excellent track with plenty of grip. Did a rear tyre in 4 8 lap races on my R1
I normally go with Focused events, but have done a Hottrax day a while ago.. next one I do (which may be in the new year now) I'll see what Hottrax are doing and give you a shout mate. Thanks.
Hi
Thanks for the advice pembrey is my nearst track feb 20th..I will be my pants
I got my leather and spoilt as normal 4 me my bike got 2 brand new bridgestone tyres that i just got and thats to zxrworld i have got crash bangs cuming 4 xmas of my partner awww ..
Im hoping we take the van im more then worried that i drop my bike and hurt it..yes im a baby on it ..
How come that i only get average 20mins each hrish that not fair i know im going to down i wount come in..
cheers for the help i cant waikt to go now..julie xx
Hi
I would like to visit u on ur track some 1 with a zxr love affair as well..i got the tattoo of my dad on a 1966 norton thunderbird in black and white hes on brands hatch i would like just 1s to get up that track that posted on here yet again ..r u allowed to post what tracks ur tarining on next yr and date if u can please ??
julie xx
zxr400baby wrote:How come that i only get average 20mins each hrish that not fair i know im going to down i wount come in..
cheers for the help i cant waikt to go now..julie xx
If you are trying fairly hard 20 mins will be plenty long enough It is alot more physical than road riding
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llandow is not going til march april and some1 told me dont go till march traCK DAY as its very hrd and to cold etc so look like i be waiting tilll march i go to penbray would rathyer to llandow or the tt iom lol ..stil cant wait to go ..i will carry extra fuel and most probs take a van down thanks to this site any 1 got any extra tips on how im going to keep my nervs and try and stay on my bike lol ..
julie xx
You will love doing trackdays, i started at Mallory its short and sweet. I found as its a short track its easy to learn but also a challange, if you have any questions get in touch on here or email me at jerryfrostracing@yahoo.co.uk
Hi guys
look like i be riding my bike to my track day now as i split up with the boy i was with i make sure i read all the tip as im stil going i know i will get addicted thank guys
cheeerrrrss julie xx
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pembrey is my nearst track feb 20th..I will be 
i have got crash bangs cuming 4 xmas of my partner awww 
down i wount come in.. 
