ARDC Private Practice 25/10/2013

[DisPlaCeD]

I will probably make this as it's being run on the Brabham circuit, and is the week prior to St George round... Thought I would start a thread early, because it will be here before we know it. :)

In so far:
Marshy
senator8
Chubb
Kelly
Marty
mstevo
Tristan
Team Zero
Mazabuzz
fitzy
dan
+2 more that I know of...

Looks like a go'er! :)

[Mr.Ed]

I'm at 60% at this stage

[chubb]

In myself and Kelly

[Tristan]

I have already booked and for the 01/11/13 as well

[Marshy]

I've booked time off work already for this one, so I'm in for sure!

[Mstevo]

In, fingers crossed ....still waiting for my exhaust :noidea:

[Negrogrande]

will see what my chances of getting work off are

[Tristan]

About time nick

[chubb]

In, fingers crossed ....still waiting for my exhaust :noidea:

Going with graves again?

[dan]

In. Don't think I can make the 1st (maybe the first couple of the sessions) so gotta make the most of this one.

[Mstevo]

Going with graves again?

yep been a problem their end initally, on the old bi-plane for a week now

[chubb]

Hmmm anyone here can get me cheap arrow slip on??

I love the look of the arrow thunder

[Saturnalian]

Hmmm anyone here can get me cheap arrow slip on??

I love the look of the arrow thunder

Ask the Wet one. Bert is supported by Arrow now

[chubb]

They all go thru link

I can get it cheaper online more than half the price

[Saturnalian]

They all go thru link

I can get it cheaper online more than half the price

So..... why did you ask the ?!

I didn't mean ask him to get you a good deal.
They've been selling some sponsor stuff lately on occasion to fund the racing continuum.....

[chubb]

Just in case someone knows a guy

[Negrogrande]

annual leave approved :yo:

[chubb]

annual leave approved :yo:

Same here but RDO approved instead!

[Negrogrande]

Leave now unapproved :/

flying to Dubai for work instead

[Marshy]

Nooooo! Bugger. That's no good. Although on the plus side, you get to visit the UAE.

[Marty]

I'm in!

[DisPlaCeD]

I'm waiting to see what the weather will do next week to put in my forms...

[senator8]

I'm waiting to see what the weather will do next week to put in my forms...

Hopefully the weather is kind. Look forward to seeing the new bike in the flesh :)

[DisPlaCeD]

Hopefully the weather is kind. Look forward to seeing the new bike in the flesh :)

Hell yeah cuz!... I'm super keen to have a go at the full circuit with a German giving me a tow! ;)

[Mstevo]

very close to being able to go :-)

[senator8]

very close to being able to go :-)
Could you also please organise good weather? :)

[chubb]

Nobody wash their car!!

[Team Zero]

I'm in and I will wash the car this weekend so we should be right.

[Mazabuzz]

Im in for this

[chubb]

When we have to put forms in???

[Mazabuzz]

Usually the Wednesday before

[Marshy]

Can't wait!!

[dan]

keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen

[Mstevo]

I just went into the ARDC practice day site and found, I couldn't download their form and they want payment the Wednesday before, to allow me to attend??
If there is more than 10 paid, can't you just pay on the day like the last time I went...3 years ago?

[senator8]

I just went into the ARDC practice day site and found, I couldn't download their form and they want payment the Wednesday before, to allow me to attend??
If there is more than 10 paid, can't you just pay on the day like the last time I went...3 years ago?

That's the way it's been since I've been going. You can just turn up and pay. So long as the minimum of 10 are pre-booked and paid by Wednesday guaranteeing a bike session.

[Marshy]

Someone just needs to check there's 10 pre-booked by Wednesday, that's all. Then it's just rock up on the day, as Rick said.

[Marshy]

I just went into the ARDC practice day site and found, I couldn't download their form and they want payment the Wednesday before, to allow me to attend??
If there is more than 10 paid, can't you just pay on the day like the last time I went...3 years ago?

Oh, there's a sticky in the Track Days forum with the ARDC form attached (cos getting it from ARDC is very difficult).

http://tarmactalk.com/forum/showthread.php?232-ARDC-private-practice-bike-rego-form

[fitzy]

poss inners

[Mstevo]

Oh, there's a sticky in the Track Days forum with the ARDC form attached (cos getting it from ARDC is very difficult).

http://tarmactalk.com/forum/showthread.php?232-ARDC-private-practice-bike-rego-form

Filled in and ready to rock and roll... Thanks

[dan]

Will book when I get back from Phillip Island!

[Marshy]

Could you also please organise good weather? :)

Done!

Friday 25 OctoberSummaryhttp://www.bom.gov.au/images/symbols/large/partly-cloudy.pngMin 8Max 28Mostly sunny.Sydney areaPartly cloudy. Light winds becoming east to northeasterly 20 to 30 km/h during the day.

[senator8]

How good are you Nick? Not that I ever doubted you ;)
Looks like a good day for some good times (pun intended)

Sounds like they still need a few more forms.

[chubb]

getting my forms in today

[chubb]

Silly q,

do you fax them on (02) 9672 0209 or email them?

[senator8]

Either is fine

[dan]

Will do mine tomorrow! Just got back from Island and have an itchy trigger finger

[DisPlaCeD]

If everyone I put on the OP have put their forms in, it looks like it will be a go! :) Plus some I'm sure aren't on the forums.

I wait on my new slicks, and putting the final touches on the bike... hmmm and then try and tune it, but that's why I got the auto tune right? lol :confused:

[chubb]

What slicks you going to run?

[DisPlaCeD]

What slicks you going to run?
Brand: Metzeler
Model: SBK slicks
Compound: Medium F&R
Why? Because I could a) get them quickly b) have tried them on my 1000 and they wear really well, and don't appear to have a cliff, like the Bridgestones. I would like to see how they behave on my 600 now.

[James]

Im down!

[Tristan]

I'll be there I'm running the Bridgestone's at the moment I have the Pirellis on before both are really good but I did my quickest times on the Bridgestone's and they just feel like they have a little more grip on the front.


Cheers
Tristan
www.aussiesportsbikegear.com.au
0409832925

[Medic!]

Polish them up guys I'll be dropping off a couple of things and will be hanging around for a few sessions camera at the ready.

[dan]

Just realised I'm working this Friday. Devo :(

[Negrogrande]

Just realised I'm working this Friday. Devo :(

Ditto :( I miss StGeorge now as well I don't think I will be back to even watch

[dan]

Working on the 1st as well. This is fucked.

[Medic!]

Lend me a license I'll go for you.:kiss:

[Mazabuzz]

Andrew, pull your finger out mate and race once this year. Lets do RYM on 21st December

[dan]

Lend me a license I'll go for you.:kiss:

Got a put some new tyres on would you mind give them a thrash and reporting back????

[Negrogrande]

Andrew, pull your finger out mate and race once this year. Lets do RYM on 21st December

In for RYM,

I might be able to make Friday now as well.
negotiating with my Boss to fly on Sunday instead of Friday

[Medic!]

Got a put some new tyres on would you mind give them a thrash and reporting back????

Dunno about thrash but I can wobble around.:wacko:

[DisPlaCeD]

Just emailed them, and Reception reports "they have plenty of bikes to run the session"... So, all good if you're like me, waiting on parts to turn up so I can make it and join on the day.

[senator8]

I bet they do. It's only practice prior to st George and FX.

[chubb]

How many is plenty?

[DisPlaCeD]

How many is plenty?

plen·ty (plnt)
n.
1. A full or completely adequate amount or supply: plenty of time.

2. A large quantity or amount; an abundance: "Awards and honors came to her in plenty" (Joyce Carol Oates).

3. A condition of general abundance or prosperity: "fruitful regions gladdened by plenty and lulled by peace!" (Samuel Johnson).

adj.
Plentiful; abundant: "Ships were then not so plenty in those waters as now" (Herman Melville).

adv. Informal
Sufficiently; very: It's plenty hot.

[chubb]

thanks captain obvious! :fish::der::laugh::doh::violin:

I meant how many bikes there already registered?

[senator8]

I think she said plenty ;)






You asked for that one :)

[DisPlaCeD]

I think she said plenty ;)

You asked for that one :)

hahah beat me to it cuz! :)

[Marshy]

I heard 17 as of yesterday, and they were saying don't rush your forms in as they are happy to do it on the day.....

[Mr.Ed]

Or maybe do rush 'cause if the number are big enough they 'should' have more than one group for bikes

[Marshy]

Or maybe do rush 'cause if the number are big enough they 'should' have more than one group for bikes

Done!! Just to get it out of the way - 1 thing less to do in the morning.

[senator8]

Or maybe do rush 'cause if the number are big enough they 'should' have more than one group for bikes

Are you going?

[Mazabuzz]

Does someone have a their email address so I can send my form in?

[Phat3R]

Weather is looking awesome for Fri - 12 to 24 & sunny.

[Marshy]

reception@ardc.com.au

[senator8]

Anyone need Tyres for Friday?

I'm coming down tomorrow. Wetty or Marshy may be able to fit them.


UK Ntec rears 195 / 65
1x 9055 med compound (bought off Glenn Scott) (paid $75) - $75
1x 4886 med compound (bought off Glenn Scott) (paid $75) - $75
1x 4886 med compound off my Suzuki (2 days) still plenty left - $100

Pirelli SC2 Rear 200 / 60 also off Suzuki which is kind to tyres - $80

Pirelli SC2 Front 2 days (approx. 30-40 laps at the BSFOS) on Suzuki plenty of life left - $50

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/23/segu9ane.jpg

[Mr.Ed]

Are you going? Nope... though I'm tempted to come over just fill up bikes!

[senator8]

Nope... though I'm tempted to come over just fill up bikes!

Shall I bring a safety suit and funnel for you? ;)

[Mr.Ed]

As long as you're not bringing matches... lol

[Mazabuzz]

reception@ardc.com.au

Cheers Nick

[Mazabuzz]

A unorthodox request but if someone can help me set up my suspension with me any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

[Stu23]

you normally pay double for that kind of action ;) lol im sure someone will help you

[chubb]

Marshy chop chop!

I know how to do suspension stuff but I dont like touching other people's bike..

[Marshy]

A unorthodox request but if someone can help me set up my suspension with me any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

I'm always happy to help Mario. Hey, did you get your quickshifter ok today?

[Phat3R]

you normally pay double for that kind of action ;) lol im sure someone will help you

:clap:

[Mstevo]

Marshy chop chop!

I know how to do suspension stuff but I dont like touching other people's bike..

I'm more confident setting up other people suspension than i am my own.... forest, trees.. trees, forest :der:

[Mazabuzz]

I'm always happy to help Mario. Hey, did you get your quickshifter ok today?

I did. Thank you so very much for sending that out to me, I know you were busy.

[dan]

:(((((((((((

[chubb]

What time does everyone normally rock up? Not as early as SMP ride days I assume?

And which garage are you guys normally in and I can hook you up as I understand its 25 $$$ per garage

[Marshy]

Sure chubb, we will only charge you $20 to share our garage ;) Jokes.

When we ask for a garage at signon, ARDC just tell us which one is allocated to us. Or just go looking for us and jump in. I'm usually there about the same time as an ECRD day, to be honest, because it gets really crowded in the carpark with all the car trailers and transporters.

[Mazabuzz]

I'll be there really early, I hate running around

[Team Zero]

I will be there early to. Need time to set up the coffee machine.

[Team Zero]

So strange request, but does anyone have a fuel tank cap that would fit a rvf 400? I am hoping to bring the new machine tomorrow, but the fuel cap is broken and the new one hasn't arrived yet. You never know who has bits and pieces lying about the shed.

[Marty]

So strange request, but does anyone have a fuel tank cap that would fit a rvf 400? I am hoping to bring the new machine tomorrow, but the fuel cap is broken and the new one hasn't arrived yet. You never know who has bits and pieces lying about the shed.

Don't all Hondas run the same unit? If so I have a cbr600rr one that you can borrow but you'll need to share my key

[dan]

Don't all Hondas run the same unit? If so I have a cbr600rr one that you can borrow but you'll need to share my key

This will get interesting!

[Team Zero]

Marty.

That would be awesome. It is Jo's new bike and I am keen to do a test and tune. I don't think I will go through a whole tank any way. so if you have a spare for the day that would be great. The new one will probably arrive the day after I need it.

[Team Zero]

Ps I am bringing the R6. So most of the riding will be on that.

[Marty]

Marty.

That would be awesome. It is Jo's new bike and I am keen to do a test and tune. I don't think I will go through a whole tank any way. so if you have a spare for the day that would be great. The new one will probably arrive the day after I need it.

Yeh no worries mate u got the bolts for it? Ill just bring the cap down its no problem. (I'll have the bolts if u need them, just let me know)

[Team Zero]

Have bolts will travel. Thanks for doing this. Will see you tomorrow.

[Marty]

Have bolts will travel. Thanks for doing this. Will see you tomorrow.

Not a problem at all. See you guys tomorrow :)

[Medic!]

Dan ill see you there and bring the gauge.

[dan]

Dan ill see you there and bring the gauge.

I can't make it mate (:cry:) but James on the light blue CBR600 will be there if you could give it to him that would be fantastic. Thanks again!

[Medic!]

Done

[dan]

Legend!

On a side note, what a cracking day! You bastards!

[Mr.Ed]

Legend!

On a side note, what a cracking day! You bastards!

+1!

[Stu23]

just popped in to watch and chat but sniff sniff...... had to leave depression kicked in ;)

[Medic!]

Dropped in for coupla sessions. Will post some pics a bit later.
There was a leyland Mini in the car group I reckon must have been having the most fun out of the cars. Sounded sweet and was no slouch. He needs to get a side car monkey to put in the back seat to keep 4 wheels on the ground. Managed a blurry pic with one wheel in the air @ turn 5.

[Phat3R]

Binned the Gixxer in third session ... it went ova and ova and ova ... bounced on each side of the tank and once straight down on the top ... it don't go broom broom anymore :(

[Medic!]

Binned the Gixxer in third session ... it went ova and ova and ova ... bounced on each side of the tank and once straight down on the top ... it don't go broom broom anymore :(

Felt for you. After hearing comments that some others felt the front slipping in the same place whats the bet it was anti freeze from one of those registered metal boxes. Hope you don't mind me posting these pics.

http://i1350.photobucket.com/albums/p772/Randall_Owens/IMG_1494_zpscaf56699.jpg

http://i1350.photobucket.com/albums/p772/Randall_Owens/IMG_1495_zps229d96fc.jpg

http://i1350.photobucket.com/albums/p772/Randall_Owens/IMG_1493_zpse34d36c0.jpg (http://s1350.photobucket.com/user/Randall_Owens/media/IMG_1493_zpse34d36c0.jpg.html)

[chubb]

Yeah I saw that lying in the grass what happened???

I had a scary moment in one where I hit grass.

I managed to get the new tyres working sweet now with the mupo suspenders. Thanks Senator8 :)

[dan]

Binned the Gixxer in third session ... it went ova and ova and ova ... bounced on each side of the tank and once straight down on the top ... it don't go broom broom anymore :(

That fucking sucks mate. Massive :(

Reckon it'll be back in action for St George? It has to be - we have a garage booked!

You alright?

[Phat3R]

That fucking sucks mate. Massive :(

Reckon it'll be back in action for St George? It has to be - we have a garage booked!

You alright?

Yeah Dan, I'm fine, sans minor ego dent :) Not going to let the off ruin my St George, so I'm workin on getting it all back together ... dropped off bike at local repair shop on way home and we went over it in detail ... they reckon they can do the work before Fri if I can source parts. Drew up list of what's needed and filling in findapart.com.au now. Luckily I have a stack of spares of common stuff, rearsets, clip ons, engine covers, so looking for sub frame, top fairing stay and some replacement bolts for left hand engine cover. I'll be doing everything in my powa to be there mate. :-)

[Phat3R]

Felt for you. After hearing comments that some others felt the front slipping in the same place whats the bet it was anti freeze from one of those registered metal boxes. Hope you don't mind me posting these pics.

I notice, and you can just see in bottom photo the RHS of the tyre is very shiny, like it's never been ridden on ... but it was the same on both sides after last track day ... a nice even wear, as per the rest of the tyre ... weird??? My bad I had put front tyre on wrong way round :embarassed: ... seemed to work same same.

[dan]

Yeah Dan, I'm fine, sans minor ego dent :) Not going to let the off ruin my St George, so I'm workin on getting it all back together ... dropped off bike at local repair shop on way home and we went over it in detail ... they reckon they can do the work before Fri if I can source parts. Drew up list of what's needed and filling in findapart.com.au now. Luckily I have a stack of spares of common stuff, rearsets, clip ons, engine covers, so looking for sub frame, top fairing stay and some replacement bolts for left hand engine cover. I'll be doing everything in my powa to be there mate. :-)

Nice one. Sounds like you have all the spares I have so I don't have anything to offer but if you get stuck with parts give us a yell and I'll try suss for you as well.

[dan]

I do have a silencer you can use if you need it!

[dan]

Or is that yoshi now more aerodynamic haha

[dan]

Got headers as well come to think of it

[senator8]

I had a scary moment in one where I hit grass.

I managed to get the new tyres working sweet now with the mupo suspenders. Thanks Senator8 :)

You're welcome. Glad you got some improvement out of it :)
Good to see Kelly out there as well. Nice save by the way ;)

[chubb]

bugger but hope you get it fixed before next week

[Phat3R]

Thx guys ... I'll will be there with the ugly (some wuld say ugglier :) ) gixxer.

[BoB]

top day out there today , plenty of bikes getting in some practice for the upcoming st george . Good to catch up with you all , and yes Dan it was a goooood day :whoo:.... see you at st george.

Chubb , that was a very interesting line into t1 .. my hat goes off to you for keeping it upright.. i was trying my best not to look as the tarmac ran out ..:clap:

And the best stoppie of the day goes to liam with his rear wheel about a meter in the air and manages to miss the bimota and keep it upright... phew..

Vids to follow once i recover from the day

[Marshy]

No, Rick!! I didn't see that you'd come off. Sorry to hear, and if I can help at all to get you back on track for St George, just let me know.

Top day yesterday! Had a ball, especially riding a 400 in the last session.

[chubb]

Chubb , that was a very interesting line into t1 .. my hat goes off to you for keeping it upright.. i was trying my best not to look as the tarmac ran out ..:clap:

I also made the mistake of looking at the grass... ooops

[DisPlaCeD]

What an absolutely brilliant day! Weather, track, bike, all brilliant. First day out on the new bike on full circuit, and still playing with the suspension but from first to last session saw a 4.5 second drop in time, but SO much more pace there once everything begins to fall in place! I swear though in the last session I was holding up a massive train of people!?! I think Team Zero was behind me and then a heap more bikes?! haha Just a great day to be back out after 8 months of not even riding a bike! :)

[senator8]

Where's my schnitzel Heimlich?

[Little Mick]

What an absolutely brilliant day! Weather, track, bike, all brilliant. First day out on the new bike on full circuit, and still playing with the suspension but from first to last session saw a 4.5 second drop in time, but SO much more pace there once everything begins to fall in place! I swear though in the last session I was holding up a massive train of people!?! I think Team Zero was behind me and then a heap more bikes?! haha Just a great day to be back out after 8 months of not even riding a bike! :)

you loving her yet??

[senator8]

you loving her yet??

Pretty sure he does Mick. He's just trying to play it cool ;)

[DisPlaCeD]

Pretty sure he does Mick. He's just trying to play it cool ;)


you loving her yet??

I'm seeing it as the beginning of a beautiful relationship lol Not saying the "L" word just yet Mick haha

senator8... your schnitzel is still there, waiting, hoping you will come get it! :P

[dan]

What an absolutely brilliant day! Weather, track, bike, all brilliant. First day out on the new bike on full circuit, and still playing with the suspension but from first to last session saw a 4.5 second drop in time, but SO much more pace there once everything begins to fall in place! I swear though in the last session I was holding up a massive train of people!?! I think Team Zero was behind me and then a heap more bikes?! haha Just a great day to be back out after 8 months of not even riding a bike! :)

Sounds great mate. Having a ball!

[senator8]

Thx guys ... I'll will be there with the ugly (some wuld say ugglier :) ) gixxer.



Here you go Rick. You're on about 10:50. Sorry could not edit or slow down. Could only upload.


http://youtu.be/MA1ZQCpwl2E

[senator8]

Session 4


http://youtu.be/HIMU2PKi5Q0

[Medic!]

Haven't had time to edit out the bad photography. I'll blame my almost 20yr old zoom lens that could well do with a service or update and my 50yr old eyes with filthy glasses.
Here's the link for the pics I too on the day. Would have been more but hadn't realised the kids had almost filled the card with pet pics and selfies. Bloody teenagers.

http://s1350.photobucket.com/user/Randall_Owens/library/ARDC%2025%20oct%202013?sort=3&page=1

[Marshy]

Nice!! Thanks Randall, there's some great shots in there :thumb:

[senator8]

Nice!! Thanks Randall, there's some great shots in there :thumb:

Yep. You should show JPM a few of your spots. Apparently he only get the limited access spots.

[Marty]

Yep. You should show JPM a few of your spots. Apparently he only get the limited access spots.

I think he makes a point of only taking photos from the infield because he can.

Thanks Randall, you got a couple of shots of me in there :)