AMCC at Hampton Downs on 12 Jan 14 - Any other LAMS bikes going ?

[newbie2012]

Hi all.

Recently had my first track training day at Pukekohe with the ProRider crew. A pretty f'ing absolutely awesome day sums it up. I took my GSX650FU LAMS along and discovered that even though it goes through corners as well as any sport-tourers, I got used to seeing tail pipes on the straights, as the bike was only reaching at a little over 150 before hitting the next corner. Still plenty fast enough to put a smile on the face and treat respect for higher speeds.

Well, shit happens. It didn't take away from the fun, as it actually made me corner better to keep speed and brake later to try to even things up (even if only a tiny bit, in my own mind ...). Also learnt a lot from Glenn and Les, the fab instructors for our group, plus the other riders.:clap:

It would be great to see some other LAMS riders out there on their 500s/650s.

Is there anyone one else out there who doesn't have a grown-up licence yet who are taking their LAMS bike to the AMCC ART session at Hampton Downs on 12 Jan 2014. If not, give it some thought - it was a great feeling to ride fast (well, a relative term) on a smooth surface that was free from cowshit, loose stones, mud, oncoming traffic, pot holes, moss, branches etc.

[nzspokes]

I will be there. Not Lambs. Just slow.

[SPP]

Hi all.

Recently had my first track training day at Pukekohe with the ProRider crew. A pretty f'ing absolutely awesome day sums it up. I took my GSX650FU LAMS along and discovered that even though it goes through corners as well as any sport-tourers, I got used to seeing tail pipes on the straights, as the bike was only reaching at a little over 150 before hitting the next corner. Still plenty fast enough to put a smile on the face and treat respect for higher speeds.

Well, shit happens. It didn't take away from the fun, as it actually made me corner better to keep speed and brake later to try to even things up (even if only a tiny bit, in my own mind ...). Also learnt a lot from Glenn and Les, the fab instructors for our group, plus the other riders.:clap:

It would be great to see some other LAMS riders out there on their 500s/650s.

Is there anyone one else out there who doesn't have a grown-up licence yet who are taking their LAMS bike to the AMCC ART session at Hampton Downs on 12 Jan 2014. If not, give it some thought - it was a great feeling to ride fast (well, a relative term) on a smooth surface that was free from cowshit, loose stones, mud, oncoming traffic, pot holes, moss, branches etc.

Free from horseshit, loose stones, mud, pot holes... you sure you were at Puke?

A mate went to that, first time out as well and had a ball. Clint on a ST1300. Prorider do a good day. AMCC do a good job too, enjoy ;)

[TheDemonLord]

Probably a Noob question,

But how does one go about attending these Track days? (apart from the obvious showing up)

Am assuming some form of Fee is required, along with some form of minimum safety gear and Minimum bike Track worthiness requirements?

Can't make this one, but would be interested to have a blast on my Hornet 250, a lot of Bikers I polled for advice said Track Days were a good place to learn skills safely that can be translated into making you a better road rider.

On a side note - I am looking lovingly at the GSX650FU LAMS as a possible step up from my Hornet - thoughts?

[Kiwi Graham]

Have a read here http://amcc.org.nz/advanced first and then I'll be happy to answer any questions you may have :niceone:

[TheDemonLord]

Have a read here http://amcc.org.nz/advanced first and then I'll be happy to answer any questions you may have :niceone:

Thank you Kind Sir,

That pretty much answered my questions

[newbie2012]

On a side note - I am looking lovingly at the GSX650FU LAMS as a possible step up from my Hornet - thoughts?

Still thinks it is the dogs after 15,000kms :niceone: Demo one.

[Kiwi Graham]

Ok guys and gals,

Have booked a sunny day so bring plenty of fluids (we will have some there too for you).
Just a couple of spots left if your a last minute decision maker so best to give Colleen a ring to see if its still possible 02744231433 or 094891239.
We have a photographer confirmed in attendance.

See you all on Sunday
KG

[nzspokes]

Ok guys and gals,

Have booked a sunny day so bring plenty of fluids (we will have some there too for you).
Just a couple of spots left if your a last minute decision maker so best to give Colleen a ring to see if its still possible 02744231433 or 094891239.
We have a photographer confirmed in attendance.

See you all on Sunday
KG

Will the camera help me lose 20kg? Can he get my good side?

[Kiwi Graham]

Will the camera help me lose 20kg? Can he get my good side?

Photoshop will be your friend just ask the Kardashian girls ;)

[newbie2012]

An awesome day today guys, great to meet you. A big thanks to the AMCC team and the group one instructors.

Shame I'm still shit, but at least it gives plenty of room for improvement. See you in March.

[newbie2012]

[sorry forum whores, somehow did a duplicate. my bad.]

[nzspokes]

Soooo, when do the pics show up?

[Crisis management]

Highside photography has the pics up, I must complain that at no time was I captured displaying my MotoGP conquering cornering skills!


Anyone good at photoshop?


Once I recovered from the humbling experience of realising that there are a lot of faster riders than myself around I had a great time, learnt lots (mostly that I am not a riding god) and once I resolve a couple of technical difficulties with the Ducati will be ready for March. It was my first time on Hampton Downs and I was surprised at how technical the track was, there was a lot more to it than just a few corners linked together and I was only just starting to get a couple of them right by the end of the day.
I was in group 2 on the elderly 900SS, anyone else from here in my group?

[Grashopper]

Just a couple of spots left if your a last minute decision maker so best to give Colleen a ring to see if its still possible 02744231433 or 094891239.

Wish I had seen this earlier. Would have been keen.



Can't make this one, but would be interested to have a blast on my Hornet 250, a lot of Bikers I polled for advice said Track Days were a good place to learn skills safely that can be translated into making you a better road rider.


Can definitely recommend trackdays. Even with a smaller cc bike. It's good fun and it's good for a chicken like me to gain some confidence and skills.

I'm still the slowest out there, but who cares. (if I'm the only one with a 250 I've got a good excuse lol)