ErikW Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 Got a job, got no vacation time for big matches, got a new (old) hobby I can do on weekends: http://gotbluemilk.com/web070602/2s/index.html http://gotbluemilk.com/web070603/2s/index.html Reno-Fernley Raceway is fun. RFR on a Roland Cushway-tuned Yamaha GP bike is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Singlestack Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 Is that you in the pics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigDave Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 Man, those pipes are tiny (compared to the fire hoses they put on street bikes) - is that a 250? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoshidaex Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 You managed to find one. Cool. Whats the specs on it and if you don't mind me asking, approximate how much did it set you back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikW Posted June 11, 2007 Author Share Posted June 11, 2007 Singlestack: Of course that's me in the pics. I even bought special underwear to ride in. (BTW, Underarmour heat gear really works, in 97F heat under leathers.) Dave: Yes, a 250 V-twin 2-stroke, a TZ250 production Gran Prix bike. Meaning Yamaha produces about two dozen a year. Gotta submit your resume if you want a new one and fork over about $25+K. yoshi: 1993 4DP2, a little under $4000 with modest spares. There's one in S.F. for $5500 with spare cylinders and cranks, it was tempting. What specs? It's light, it's powerful, and it goes like hell. Oh yeah, and your eyeballs hit your faceshield when you get on the brakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogerT Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Looks like fun but don't hurt yourself out there, we like to hear from you about shooting as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikW Posted July 18, 2007 Author Share Posted July 18, 2007 Another Reno-Fernley track weekend on the TZ250, now with new rattle can paint.... Saturday Sunday I just can't get over how small the bike is. Makes me look like I'm 6'2". Some day if I can get this camera to work I'll post video and George can set it on "loop" and listen to that lovely v-twin howl over and over.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dajarrel Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 Nice bike and camera work. Are the cameras static along the course or is there an operator that follows the rider with the camera? And you are right, the bike makes you look really tall dj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tightloop Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 Did not know you were a serious bike rider...looking good, but like everyone else says....be careful out there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn jones Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 Got a job WTF? congratulations! lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KAL Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 I never did get to try one of those Angry sewing machines. I am Jealous, The HP to weight ratio is killer, and it must flick into corners like a feather. I raced Formula-USA on a FZR 1000 Battle tank back in 1990-1991 then tried 600 super sport class on a jixer what a difference in the twisties. I can only imagine the TZ. Have not even been back on a bike since 1996, except to take a quick spin on my friends new Ducati he got while I was back visiting in AZ. I miss it but don't miss the crashes or the cost of tires every other weekend. People think ammo is expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokshwn Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 I do a lot of work for a few racetracks and anytime someone makes a comment about how expensive my gun is, I just shake my head and tell them what a short weekend of racing costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikW Posted July 19, 2007 Author Share Posted July 19, 2007 Reno-Fernley Raceway has a gun range! Cowboys shoot there but no practical pistol that I know of. The pictures were by a roving photographer. Different photogs at the June and July events. Flickable doesn't begin to describe it. I've been to the track four days and never had to countersteer. In the 100+ mph esses after turn 1, I start thinking about countersteering and the bike has turned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supermoto Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 (edited) Cool bike and pics. Back in my racing days I was thinking of an Aprilia 250, but being 6'1" I looked like a monkey trying to sit on a football. Raced 600s for a bit. Gets real expensive with tires, gas, travel expenses. Then got into Supermotards, easy on tires, crash much better and just a ton of fun Edited July 19, 2007 by Supermoto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSEMARTIN Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 PM sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benos Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 That's awesome Erik. When are you going to start leaning that thing over? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted July 21, 2007 Share Posted July 21, 2007 He just doesn't wanna' scrub the knees outa' his spankin' new leathers. Nothing a little "race-tape" won't fix right up Worst thing about this whole thread is that I was looking at the ad for that very same TZ-250 that is/was available down here and started thinkin' that I might just want to buy that suckah'. It wouldn't be quite as fast as the 74' TZ-350B I campaigned in the AFM 750GP class for a season way back in the late 70's, but it definitely oughta' handle better than that unruly thing did Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikW Posted July 21, 2007 Author Share Posted July 21, 2007 You have no idea how hard it is to flick it in and crank it over after 12 years away from pavement, only riding on dirt. I've got good lines, hard on the brakes, I just can't trust the front tire to stick. However, I did touch my knee down for the first time since 1993. I think I just need more training! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPatterson Posted July 21, 2007 Share Posted July 21, 2007 I wish all you 2 wheel nuts the best of luck. The last time I was on 1 it tried to kill me. The VW had more damage than the Harley though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted July 21, 2007 Share Posted July 21, 2007 You have no idea how hard it is to flick it in and crank it over after 12 years away from pavement, only riding on dirt The only dirt riding that won't make you slow on pavement is flat track. Ifn'ya wanna' get fast again, go find a big flat dirt lot and re-learn getting it slide-ways under power. Can't be afraid to push either tire if ya' wanna' call yerself' fast Now it's time to get going to Laguna Seca to see some MotoGP :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken hebert Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 More power to you there, buddy. I'm out of bikes now... Don't know for how long though. Day before yesterday I gave away one of my street jackets to a newbie rider friend of mine since I'm not currently putting it to good use. Still got a set of Teknic leathers, RF800, and a pair of Sidi Vert II's. Gave the Held gloves to another friend, best gloves I ever tried. Heavy twins for 2 seasons, RC51. Fun, but too expensive for me at the time. Oh well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 I'll post video and George can set it on "loop" and listen to that lovely v-twin howl over and over.... Don't wanna' hear no TZ250 howl over and over unless it's me cuttin' the laps on it :-) I'm on the hunt now for the right bike to get back into AFM club racing, hopefully 250GP, damn you Erik No street ridin' though, track only this time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Well, I'm back in. Just bought the bike and now for the riding gear (leathers, helmet, boots, etc...). Just sent the cashiers check for the following bike. 2000 Yamaha TZ125 Bike is freshly rebuilt and has zero miles on all new motor, clutch and chain. Has two sets of wheels, two complete sets of bodywork, 2 spare cylinders and several sets of pistons, all the usual jets, sprockets and other spare parts for days. Also includes stands, tire warmers, Battle Factory rear sets and speed shifter. In addition to all that, it has brand new bridgestone slicks on it and a slightly worn set on the spare wheels. This bike is ready to gas and race The image shows the older set of slightly dingy bodywork. It ships to me next week. A 125 GP bike is the perfect starter for me. Next stop, late model 250 after a full season on this baby! Woohooo, after 25 years in the slow lane, I'm baaaack!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingman Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 You guys and these track bikes. They do look like a lot of fun. I keep looking at busa's, though I know that would cut into the shooting budget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZ Bagger Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Those photos bring back some really great memories. Wish my body would let me do that again, but alas, no. Time to start wearing out those tires and knee pucks. Even that 250 should be leaving giant grease marks coming out of those turns, especially if it's hot hot hot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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