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#1 · (Edited)
#2 ·
Lookin good! Is that a light on the front or just the reflection of your camera?
 
#3 · (Edited)
That's a light.




License plate isn't mounted yet, I have to figure out how to mount it to the undertail, which is already tight against the plastic tray/subframe. (and I can't get to the top with the tail on, in order to tighten/hold the nuts.) I'll probably JBweld some hardware in there.




Also from yesterday night as well (go watch it in better quality ;) )
Code:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPzSA-XcyxY
 
#6 ·
Thanks :)

Yeah, I figure i'll be lazy and not switch back to street plastics unless I plan to do some night riding or longer rides.


The white portions will be where i'll put some numbers.
The fairings when I bought them (this was the good side, the other side had some damage which I fixed up):
 
#8 · (Edited)
Then came the track prep:
-Hyperpro RSC damper.
-Bridgestone BT-003 RS
-Water Wetter
-Woodcraft spool sliders

My first Trackday. It took me the first two sessions to learn the track and get the gremlins out of my system from my last crash.

I was still basically the slowest guy there, but considering I was only 1 of 2 guys who had never tracked before, I didn't feel bad.

Unfortunately it's hard to get corner pics at this track, so the pics I have aren't that great.

I did get my suspension set-up trackside. The bike felt much better after that.
























Yeah, I know my BP is shit here, this was from the first or second session. I was really stiff on the bike until after that.


I never did get knee down, but I did drag my right toe slider twice. The first time was because I had the ball of my foot on the end of the peg, but i'm not sure what happened the second time. I was definitely low enough (I favour leaning to my right side, evident by the chicken strips afterwards. Left still has some unused rubber, but right I at least touched the edge slightly). I must have been tucking in my knee.

I was hoping for some pictures of me in the corners so I could see my BP and figure out where to improve, but no such luck this time.


Here is one of my laps of the last session. Sorry about the shake.
Camera was literally ziptied on as the session was starting, so I didn't really care at that point, just wanted to get on the track.
Code:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUb-ToD3gc8
 
#16 · (Edited)
Received 3 Pre-ordered trackdays for 2011 as a Chirstmas present from my parents. :D
Decided to make the R6 track only for this year, to avoid paying insurance.

Removed all decals from the track bodywork.
====Note: Anti-draft and windshield not installed in these pictures.






Adding my own design. Starting with some Kenny Roberts stripes.
=Too bad I butchered the install. Turns out cheap vynal and too much heat make them crinkle like crazy. At least they look good in pictures!
=Also put some "YAMAHA" decals on the belly. They only show up in the sun/reflections. :cool:







I'll probably be adding some more decals at some point, but I want to keep it clean.


Next up, i've got some used parts coming my way.
-Woodcraft cut frame sliders
-Renthal Clipons
Also got some new goodies arriving.
-Agg blockoffs
-40 psi liquid filled air guage.
-Some kind of grips (haven't decided on brand yet)
 
#20 ·
All three days are at TMP. Not sure on the dates yet, all depends on what kind of summer job I can land in between my summer classes. I'll let you know when i'm going though.

that is a sexy looking bike!
Thanks! It's still a WIP but doesn't look too shabby for track stuff.

very nice!
Those R6-forum socks really make it pop eh? Thanks for the complement man. :)
 
#18 ·
that is a sexy looking bike!
 
#21 · (Edited)
Thread updates. Basically ripped these posts off of their separate threads. Hit the link beside each to see the original thread.

Renthal 50mm Clipons + Renthal Hard Grips (LINK)
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I picked up a used set of 50mm Renthal clipons.

Obviously I needed to drop the fork tubes down through the triple clamp, so I proceeded to take the front end apart. All was well until I tried to put the forks back up into position. Up to this point I had kept the front wheel on, but there was no way I was getting the forks back into position with the wheel on. So brakes and the wheel come off.

Got everything buttoned back up, forks back to proper height.

I ended up snapping the little ratchet mechanism for the clutch. I was trying to bend it to clearance the clipon bracket. I was able to bend it to at least hold the clutch adjuster from spinning.

I had to remove the guide/brake res mount to clear the RH clipon. Now i've just ziptied the cables up so they don't rub on the fairing stay.













Took out quite a bit of fluid from the master. It was overfilled by the dealer when I got it checked over upon taking ownership a few years ago.

Also made a custom mount for it. Ended up using a MTB reflector mount, part of an MTB speedo mount, and some spare hardware. Lots of trial and error to get it sitting straight without stressing the line.








I hadn't drilled a hole in the LH clipon to mount the switch, and I had it all set up already, so just decided to ziptie it to the front. It'll fit in the nose nicely. Too much of a PITA to unhook and remove, just to put it back next year. Bike is track only this year to save on insurance. Next year i'll get it mounted up for the street.



Got some Renthal Hard grips on there as well. Dish soap and water in a spray bottle. Along with a little heat and elbow grease, they slide right on, and then dry as if they were glued on.







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Found a few problems when checking for steering clearance.

-First off, the throttle tubes were hitting the ram air covers, so I knew I had to rotate them out of the way.
--The cables weren't long enough, so I had to take apart the entire RH clipon, remove the throttle cables, and feed everything through behind the fork tube.

-Then, the brake line was hitting the ram air cover at close to full RH lock.
--I hammered a socket on the steering stop, which makes it stop just before the line hits.



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Also deleted my LH fan, as it was broken anyways. (Didn't spin up with the RH one. The drive motor is bad)




Also, tonight I got my used Woodcraft cut sliders mounted up and cut a hole in my track fairings for it. 3 cuts and some grinding later and it fit. Not the cleanest job, but clean enough for track. Also had to take a little off of the other side to clear the slider.

And I pulled my chain guard and horn.





Custom Shark fin / Toe guard. (LINK)
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I printed out a picture of the GYTR guard, used some trial and error with sizing of the image, and eventually got a template printed out.

Traced it onto a cutting board from Canadian Tire ($5), and then cut it out with the band saw. Planed the top edge afterwords. Did some sanding to clean it up.




Went to Canadian Tire to pick up some SS hardware, including lock washers. Marked out the holes and drilled. Test fit.







Krylon Fusion Satin Black (drying in the house):




Done.











Agg block off plates. (LINK)
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Ordered some blockoff plates from Agg.
Followed the install posted here:
http://www.r6messagenet.com/forums/r6-how-guides/29697-how-completely-remove-ais.html

The only points of my install that differed from his were:
-I didn't remove the tank, propping it gave me enough room.
-I didn't have a fancy cap, so I used duct tape and a ziptie :)
-My reed plates didn't "gently pop off", I had to use a pair of needle nose vice grips to get them off.

Other fun things:
Stock AIS system weight: 552g (1.2 lbs)
Agg blockoffs weight: 92g (0.2 lbs)
Total weight savings: 460g (1.0 lbs)

Started the bike afterwords to make sure there was no vacuum leaks, and it runs just as good as before. Didn't have it on the road (I did let the fan cycle a few times), but when the revs are dropping, there is less popping from the exhaust.
Also, if you rev it around 8K a few times, it shoots fire out of the exhaust :D
(Probably because I have an aftermarket pipe and no PCIII).
I guess removing the extra airflow from the AIS was enough to richen up the exhaust to the point of flame. :)

NOTE: According to Agg, I should have used the original gaskets or some RTV to help seal the plates. It's not crucial (not a high pressure system) but he recommends it.

Next time I have the airbox off i'll put the gaskets in.








 
#22 ·
Got the bike off of the lift today.
Had some trouble with the now-lower clipons. (Updated above post showing what I did).

Swapped my street and track windshields, wanted something with more visibility for the track. (My original track windshield is painted white [for numbers])




Took the bike for a quick ride around the block in full track trim. :D Didn't get pulled over either. :sing
Nothing shook loose, or blew up on me, so the bike should be ready for my trackday at TMP on Saturday.

Here's a few pics with the bike in it's current state.
Last week I put a black pinstripe between the blue and white portions of the fairings. I think it ties them in much better to the stripes.



 
#23 · (Edited)
Trackday - May 21st 2011

I seem to have my BP down (getting off the bike enough), I just need to go faster to get knee down.

I think I did alright for my 2nd trackday ever. :)

My lines are definitely off, i'll have to get a tow from one of the more seasoned guys next time to see where i'm going wrong.

Definitely going to pick up a sunshade/canopy for next time. Also if I can find a CHEAP pitbike that would be much better then walking to the washroom from the end of the pits!

Bike ran great, and I even pulled an unexpected power wheelie in full tuck, pulling out onto the straight. Before I realized what was happening, I had grabbed 2nd gear and the front end dropped. Must of looked sweet from the pits. :D

Camera settings were set wrong unfortunately, so a lot of the pics didn't turn out. Not my fault there. I tried to fix them up best I could in photoshop.
Trying to find out about the track photographer, who was on the track for a few sessions.

I shot some video with the little budget camera that was in a thread on here. Didn't turn out too well due to engine vibrations. Will try it as a helmet cam next time.
Video from the pits:


Onboard partial session




































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EDIT: Bought the pictures from the photog.















 
#24 ·
Trackday - May 21st 2011

I seem to have my BP down (getting off the bike enough), I just need to go faster to get knee down.

I think I did alright for my 2nd trackday ever. :)

My lines are definitely off, i'll have to get a tow from one of the more seasoned guys next time to see where i'm going wrong.

Definitely going to pick up a sunshade/canopy for next time. Also if I can find a CHEAP pitbike that would be much better then walking to the washroom from the end of the pits!
Here's where I got my canopy from. He has plenty and they are easy to set up and reasonably priced...

Canopy

I'm looking for a pitbike too, but will probably end up getting a BMX bike off CL for $50 for now.
 
#25 · (Edited)
AGG's blockoff plates made me do this: :D







Video here:
I installed a set of AGG blockoff plates, which remove the factory Air Injection System (AIS) also known as the air pump.

This system puts fresh air into the exhaust to help with emissions.

Anyways, with this system removed, fuel can build up in the exhaust if the bike is revved just right (around 8K in my case). The result is flames :)

Also note, I discovered this by accident, and had to replicate it on video. I don't normally rev the piss out of the bike like this, nor will I in the future just to "shoot flames".

Also, ignore the LEDs, they are on there temporarily.


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Police LEDs (on temporarily just for fun :) )
I picked up a set of blue/red LED strobes for cheap, and wanted to mount them on something.

Obviously i'm not stupid enough to use them on the street.

So I started a thread on GTAmotorcycle asking about Police LEDs for track use.
I got flamed pretty hard, (as I expected) but decided to do it anyways.

Probably only going to flick them on in the pits or maybe on the straight at the end of the day. I'm going to take them out after one trackday. It's just for the LOLz.


Walk around in track spec:
Bike is ready for my next trackday. (Slightly dusty though)

Steering damper is off for transport (doesn't fit with the ''canyon dancer'' used to strap the bike down)

The keen observer will also notice the missing zipties needed to hold the windshield to the fairing stay. (they go where the mirrors are located on the street bodywork.)

Ignore the LEDs in the beginning of the video. On there temporarily.
 
#31 ·
I've only ridden once on the street with the track fairings. Ended up taking insurance off of the bike for this year, so it's track only. Hope to get it on the street again next year.

The light was there to keep it legal only, you couldn't see shit with it.

I made a small taillight that mounted on my licence plate, but never finished the license plate mount. The one time I went out I just ziptied it up there.
 
#35 · (Edited)
June 16, 2011 (5PM-dusk TD)

So, the day didn't start until 6PM when the rest of the marshals showed up. Apparently the marshals are supplied by TMP (track), not Turn2 (track org), so I wasn't too mad.

I was first out on the track, and it started POURING half way through my FIRST lap. Despite running at a snails pace, I lowsided going into T10.

http://www.touge.ca/Touge/TMP-Cayuga.jpg
(FYI we run the full track. Yellow, blue & red)

I was going super slow, and was unhurt. As for the bike, the swingarm slider/spool sheared off, and rashed up my swingarm. Clutch lever took a little damage. Also my new case cover was ground down. Could have been much worse. Frame sliders saved my bodywork.




Also one of my gloves took a bit of a hit. Suit has a few more scuffs.

According to Mike who was marshaling in T11 [The only marshal who showed up on time!], it looked like I just lost the rear end. He thought too much rear brake, but I wasn't even using it, so it must of been that throttle opening point that always seems to jerk in the low gears. Also Mike gave me my broken spool back at the end of the day.

I got right back up and was riding again. Spun up the rear tire in 1st on the front straight once, that was fun :)

The track dried up, and I really think I improved. Able to get knee down on the RH bends, still need more work for the LH bends (Cayuga is a very right biased track). I focused more on corner dynamics, and it definitely helped. I was running a lot quicker then my last day. :D

It was open track from 6-9PM, and even though we were an hour short, I still got more track time in then in a regular day. Open track kicks *** by the way The guys running advanced seemed to pass nicely, I never really felt startled by them.

It was a PITA packing, setting up and tearing down all by myself. That's the only problem with Thursday, it's hard to get a pit crew together.

Turn2 seemed to run the session very well. They are very friendly people, and did a nice job of making the day enjoyable.

Also note, they [Turn2 tech] didn't ask me to have numbers (even though it was specified in their tech req sheet), AND they don't require a ziptied kickstand. That saved my *** because my spool sheared off on my first lap of the day.

Despite everything, I still had a great time, and I will be going to another Thursday session with Turn2.

Cliffs:
-Doing a TD without a pitcrew sucks.
-Day started at 6PM
-I crashed first lap in the rain.
-Got back up and ran more KM then in a normal TD.
-Turn2 is good people
-Open track rocks!


More pictures:
Clutch lever damage


Rear tire wear ~350KM on track (3 trackdays)


Dirty bike needs a bath


Finally got that right knee down :)
Next up, left knee puck!







EDIT: Gave the bike a good wash. Still have to touch up swingarm and case cover.
New frame slider pucks and spool sliders on order.




 
#37 · (Edited)
June 26th 2011

This was definitely my best/most fun trackday yet. Big thanks to Dave Buckland who I was pitted beside, and also Wally who was on the other side of me. Nothing like being shown the ropes by some guys who clearly know what they are doing.


Story time - My lesson in traction:
I started the day with 29F/28R cold pressures on my BT-003RS, and was doing fine (or so I thought). I was discussing tires with Dave who I was pitted beside. He was insisting that my pressures were way too high.

He then offered the use of his 2nd set of warmers and we set the tires hot @ 30F/25R.

I'm still a noob and slow, but let me tell you, these tires stuck like glue. I even went into the first corner way hot and offline after a pass (by an entire gear!, same revs in 3rd instead of 2nd), and the tires stayed planted.

Dave basically coached me for the rest of the day, giving help on everything from bike setup to body position, to corner lines. By the end of the day, I was able to get around a lot of people in beginner. I definitely wouldn't have had near as much fun/progress without his help.

Looks like a set of warmers are going to be my next purchase.
That extra safety margin it'll give me will be worth it. One crash avoided and they basically pay for themselves.
Not to mention no warmup laps. :fact


Still waiting on pics from the track photog.




















http://s995.photobucket.com/albums/af73/paniciyamaha/Yamaha/R6/Trackday_June26_2011/
 
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