First time at the drag strip

[2006FXDCI]

Ive been talking about going to my nearest track for awhile now and finally made the trip yesterday to Pittsburgh drag strip in New Alexandria PA . Rode my electra glide down for test and tune night and made 3 passes . First pass was a 12.69 @ 110.38 mph , second pass was a little better 12.45 @ 111 mph . The third pass i hit the rev limiter hard in 3rd gear but still managed 12.49 @ 110.35 mph . I just want to take a minute and thank Jim Kennedy for all his help and guidance in getting me down the track . Youve been more help than you will ever know Jim ! Here are a couple videos from my 1st and 2nd run . Let me know what you guys think
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLxAsnCs5g0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwpLjLGNPYc

[johnnynitro]

Awesome !!

[No Cents]

 nice! 

Ray

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks guys !

[IronMike113]

That was great,I was just wondering did you have any wheel spin at the line with the street tires
And by no means am I a track  specialist but I would have thought you would've got on that a little harder out of the Hole ?

Did you lower your rear air pressure at all? Or did you basically run it in street form
Also did you have any Wobble at all at the end of the run?

All in All looked Great from where I am sitting..........  💨💨💨💨💨💨💨💨

[pwmorris]

 
A lot of guys talk about drag racing their bike from their bar stool or on the Internet, and you actually did it.
Congrats- and you will be surprised with a little more seat time, your times will get quicker and quicker....

[2006FXDCI]

Mike , no wheel spin that i could detect . I lowered my pressure down to 26 pounds then to 22 pounds . It launched straight and stayed straight with no wobble what so ever . The second race i launched at 2000 rpm's , i didnt want to beat on it too hard because i rode it to the track 100 miles from home and it had to get me back home ! I never intended to race my electra glide , i have a superglide that i want to race but couldnt find anyone to trailer it down to the track for me . So me and a friend rode the touring bikes down and i ran 3 times . Paul , you are correct and i was tired of being one of those guys that just talks about it so i made up my mind and went to the track . It was one of the best nights of my life ! All the guys on bikes helped me out and gave me some good pointers . I will most definitely be doing this again !

[jam65]

Good for you. It is great feeling to run your street bike on the strip. You will find some of the best friends there sharing the same passion.

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Jay 

[No Cents]

 I have to fess up...I'm one of those internet racers that has never made it to the strip...unless I was sitting in the stands watching.
My dream has been to get my bike as competitive as I could before going to the strip...but I see it's going to be real tough to do with the likes of Jim stepping his game way up with this Pro Charger deal he is working on and the likes of the #1 plate holder. Low 10's is where the AMRA bagger class is...and soon I bet it will be in the 9's.
But...I'm officially retired from work as of last week...and I can now concentrate on going racing guys! [attach=0]  
I won't be close to winning with my set up...but I'll be trying as hard as I can and I will be having some big fun doing it.

Josh...you did a great job for the 1st time at the strip...and I congratulate you!

Ray

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Ray , that means allot coming from you ! And i congratulate my IBEW brother on your retirement , well deserved ! I hope to see lots of videos of you at the track soon . Josh

[lilchief]

  

Nice runs there Josh!
Dennis

[1FSTRK]

Great job Josh.
You thank Jim now but wait a little while and see if you still feel that way. You have just been introduced to the best drug on earth and it's addicting.

[02roadcling]

Congrats Josh! I have twin sons named Jeremy and Joshua that will be 41 in 9 more daZe, so you're already a good guy in my book! LOL. I have the same story as you do, up to the actually racing part. Darn me! Maybe next year.

   cling   

[strokerjlk]

Great job Josh.
You thank Jim now but wait a little while and see if you still feel that way. You have just been introduced to the best drug on earth and it's addicting.

that's what I told him after his excitement level on the first pass.
his time slips show the bike capable of running into the 11's with just a few more passes. but you know that feeling you have when you ride the bike to the track. if his stomach could have taken three more passes he would have been there.
you are so welcome Josh ,you did Great. 

Dang Ray ,,,,,just Dang ,,,,,pipe time ,,,congrats!!!!!

[Durwood]

Very cool Josh, you did great. 

[TXChop]

 

[mike jesse]

Good job Josh! Better be careful though, when the drag racing bug bites sometimes it bits hard. It'll co$$$$t ya!!

Sure wished I had at least 50% of the money back in my pocket I've spent over the years on this addiction.

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks for all the kind words guys ! I knew i shouldnt of stopped at Clems BarBq on the way down , nerves and pulled pork didnt go so well together and im not a fan of poopin in porta pots ! Here are my slips for the first 2 runs

[Durwood]

Nice bulbs there Josh, .067 and .020, that's very cool, you would be competitive in AMRA with those lights 

[mike jesse]

Decent reaction times for a first timer!

[2006FXDCI]

Here is my third run slip when i hit the rev limiter in 3rd gear

[Durwood]

Decent reaction times for a first timer!

The times I went with Jim, I saw a bunch of .100 or worse lights on the other side of his time slips, a .020 and run the number will be hard to beat, coming off the bottom bulb.

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Mike , one of the guys at the track with allot of experience told me after i stage to keep my eyes on the third yellow light only . And when it lights up drop the hammer ! It seemed to work pretty well ! I feel pretty good on how consistent i was , just need more speed and by listening to the video i was short shifting into second gear . I should of stayed in 1st gear a bit longer    Thanks Daren 

[strokerjlk]

Thanks Mike , one of the guys at the track with allot of experience told me after i stage to keep my eyes on the third yellow light only . And when it lights up drop the hammer ! It seemed to work pretty well ! I feel pretty good on how consistent i was , just need more speed and by listening to the video i was short shifting into second gear . I should of stayed in 1st gear a bit longer    Thanks Daren 

staying in 1 st longer will improve you're 60 ft.
your shifting into 2 nd right before the 60

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Jim , i was just so excited pulling away from that ZX-14 and trying to get through the gears too quick . I beat him off the line both runs and just shot my load too fast  I couldnt of done any of this without your help Jim , you da man 

[timtoolman]

Thanks for all the kind words guys ! I knew i shouldnt of stopped at Clems BarBq on the way down , nerves and pulled pork didnt go so well together and im not a fan of poopin in porta pots ! Here are my slips for the first 2 runs


[/quote
That Clem's does it to me, I don't even stop there anymore, beside they usually are out of food by afternoon

[q1svt]

  great first runs and good time doing it.

staying in 1 st longer will improve you're 60 ft.
your shifting into 2 nd right before the 60

Listening to the youtube videos, it sounds like you might need a little more RPM's at launch...

[jam65]

Race yourself to the 60 foot mark and the rest of the run will improve along the way. The start is very important.

[misfitJason]

Not bad for a bagger.  Now time for the dyna

[strokerjlk]

Thanks Jim , i was just so excited pulling away from that ZX-14 and trying to get through the gears too quick . I beat him off the line both runs and just shot my load too fast  I couldnt of done any of this without your help Jim , you da man 

it blows their minds when you stick it to em off the line.
its been a pleasure sharing your enthusiasm Josh.
there is always a line at the bathrooms, right before eliminations   

[mike jesse]

After watching the vids I can say this is a 12 flat or better bike with you aboard and more seat time.

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks guys for all your kind words and encouragement ! I think ive found me a new hobby 

[jam65]

it blows their minds when you stick it to em off the line.
its been a pleasure sharing your enthusiasm Josh.
there is always a line at the bathrooms, right before eliminations 
[/quote]
Race pee jitters happen to many racers. Part of the game in my case.
It was an issue when I raced motocross and needed a 1st after a 2nd finish in moto 1.

[N-gin]

 
Nise!

[jam65]

Jim knows this venue for sure. I have phoned him before while at the strip to get some pointers. They worked well for me and have produced my best slips so far.

[Admiral Akbar]

I have to fess up...I'm one of those internet racers that has never made it to the strip...unless I was sitting in the stands watching.
My dream has been to get my bike as competitive as I could before going to the strip...but I see it's going to be real tough to do with the likes of Jim stepping his game way up with this Pro Charger deal he is working on and the likes of the #1 plate holder. Low 10's is where the AMRA bagger class is...and soon I bet it will be in the 9's.
But...I'm officially retired from work as of last week...and I can now concentrate on going racing guys! [attach=0]  
I won't be close to winning with my set up...but I'll be trying as hard as I can and I will be having some big fun doing it.

Josh...you did a great job for the 1st time at the strip...and I congratulate you!

Ray

Too bad. You missed a lot.. I was running down the strip by the time I was out of high school.. A servi car will do the 1/4 in 22 seconds at 55 mph.. I'm not so hot on drag racing tho.. Club road race was fun.. It didn't make any difference whether you were battling it out for 1st / 5th / not being in last place, when you do 1 on 1 for minutes, it much more fun than seconds..

[strokerjlk]

 

author=Max Headflow when you do 1 on 1 for minutes, it much more fun than seconds.

thats what she said 

[Billy]

author=Max Headflow when you do 1 on 1 for minutes, it much more fun than seconds.

thats what she said 

[Admiral Akbar]

author=Max Headflow when you do 1 on 1 for minutes, it much more fun than seconds.

thats what she said 

[Pete_Vit]

Ive been talking about going to my nearest track for awhile now and finally made the trip yesterday to Pittsburgh drag strip in New Alexandria PA . Rode my electra glide down for test and tune night and made 3 passes . First pass was a 12.69 @ 110.38 mph , second pass was a little better 12.45 @ 111 mph . The third pass i hit the rev limiter hard in 3rd gear but still managed 12.49 @ 110.35 mph . I just want to take a minute and thank Jim Kennedy for all his help and guidance in getting me down the track . Youve been more help than you will ever know Jim ! Here are a couple videos from my 1st and 2nd run . Let me know what you guys think
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLxAsnCs5g0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwpLjLGNPYc

Nice! Always wanted to take the Sporty to the stripe we have here local, just for the heck of it
Awesome!

[rigidthumper]

Welcome to the addiction! You can make a small fortune drag racing, and it's easy. Just start out with a large fortune and go racing...

[Durwood]

Welcome to the addiction! You can make a small fortune drag racing, and it's easy. Just start out with a large fortune and go racing...

Picked up my 6 year chip this past April....

[2006FXDCI]

This will no doubt become my most expensive addiction to date ! Between guns , harleys and college for my daughter im gonna need a 3rd job !

[glens]

"guns" and "daughter in college" make sense together.  How's "Harley" figure in? 

[rageglide]

   Very cool, Congrats to you for getting out there!  Great lights! 

I'm still sitting on the bar stool... Been to the Fun Drags several times watching buddies run.  Was always too worried about busting a belt a 100 miles from home.   

[BVHOG]

Good job, fill us in on exactly what's in your bike.  The racing cost will seem trivial after paying for college.

[Durwood]

Josh, you know I'm just funnin' Ya'. You will do great

My problem is that I can't stop at an occasional Saturday night.

It's all in or nothing for me, we raced 2-3 nights a weekend for a long time.

[2006FXDCI]

Bob , its a 2005 flht with a crate 124" , HPI 55mm t-body with 6.2 injectors , pro clutch with lockup and a gold spring , boarzilla . It has ohlins 2-2 shocks on the rear . Yes the $25 entry fee will pare in comparison to the college tuition , she started today  I was very leary of launching it at any higher than 2000 rpm's , all i could think about was Strokèrs post when he stripped the teeth off his belt ! I had to make sure it could make the trip 100 miles home . It was one of the best nights of my life !

[2006FXDCI]

Daren , the only thing keeping me away from that track will be work ! Or a broken bike    Rageglide , all i can say is ride down and try it . You dont have to go all out , i kept it in my mind that i was only there to race myself . I focused on good reaction times over trying for the fastest E.T. I highly recommend checking it off your bucket list ! 

[MaxxV4]

there is always a line at the bathrooms, right before eliminations   

Pun intended???

[Durwood]

Daren , the only thing keeping me away from that track will be work ! Or a broken bike 

I'll tell ya the same thing I told Jim when he started. Stock up on shoes...

[2006FXDCI]

 

[strokerjlk]

Bob , its a 2005 flht with a crate 124" , HPI 55mm t-body with 6.2 injectors , pro clutch with lockup and a gold spring , boarzilla . It has ohlins 2-2 shocks on the rear . Yes the $25 entry fee will pare in comparison to the college tuition , she started today  I was very leary of launching it at any higher than 2000 rpm's , all i could think about was Strokèrs post when he stripped the teeth off his belt ! I had to make sure it could make the trip 100 miles home . It was one of the best nights of my life !

The belt stripped all the teeth off . You could still limp it home .
Actually it was my fault . I didn't get the tire wet enough in the water box .
When I eased up to do my burnout , I set the tire right in a sticky spot where the fuel bikes had done their burnout . The tire just grabbed and scooted the front end forward . Stripping the teeth .

[joelp34252]

Actually, if you run the ET class,you wont have to spend your life savings to be competative. No need to get carried away on the build. I ran my bagger for years with the AHDRA and once the bike was set up,spent very little maintaining it.  Allways rode it to the races, so didnt need tow rig. Some of the most fun I have ever had.

Joel 2001 FLHT

[clawdog60]

Mr.Kennedy knows drag baggin'.

[strokerjlk]

Actually, if you run the ET class,you wont have to spend your life savings to be competative. No need to get carried away on the build. I ran my bagger for years with the AHDRA and once the bike was set up,spent very little maintaining it.  Allways rode it to the races, so didnt need tow rig. Some of the most fun I have ever had.

Joel 2001 FLHT

Anyone can ET race,if they really wanted to .
Even trailering and running the circuit just to run ET class and or a index class or two , can be easy on equipment . I did it all last year. Ran  ET class and SE class ( 11:50 index)
You get a lot of passes and get the chance to go against some of the best racers on the planet .
ET class and sportsman class has some very very good riders . It takes a lot of rounds to get to the semis and finals . A lot of points given out , very competitive.   

[2006FXDCI]

Jim , can you explain some about the E.T. Class ? I dont really know much about it . I ran in the "run what ya brung" class on friday

[Pete_Vit]

not Jim...but
What is E.T. Racing?
By far the most popular form of drag racing is a handicapped form of competition known as E.T. bracket racing. In this form of racing, two vehicles of varying performance potentials can race on a potentially even basis. The anticipated elapsed times for each vehicle are compared, and the slower car receives a head start equal to the difference of the two. With this system, virtually any two vehicles can be paired in a competitive drag race.

For Example: Car A has been timed at 17.78, 17.74, and 17.76 seconds on the quarter-mile, and the driver feels that a dial-in of 17.75 is appropriate. Meanwhile, the driver of car B has recorded elapsed times of 15.27, 15.22, and 15.26 on the same track and has opted for a dial-in of 15.25. Accordingly, car A will get a 2.5-second head start against car B when the Christmas Tree counts down to each car's starting green lights.

If both vehicles cover the quarter-mile in exactly the predetermined elapsed time, the win will go to the driver who reacts quickest to the starting signal. That reaction to the starting signal is called reaction time. Both lanes are timed independently of one another, and the clock does not start until the vehicle actually moves. Because of this, a vehicle may sometimes appear to have a mathematical advantage in comparative elapsed times but actually lose the race. This fact makes starting-line reflexes extremely important in drag racing!

[strokerjlk]

Very good explanation ^^^^
Index racing is where you leave on a pro tree . Both riders at the same time .
You"re both trying to run the same time . For instance the 11:50 class. Both riders are trying to run as close to 11:50 as they can without going faster than 11:50.
Closest to 11:50 wins .
Same for 10.90 ,10.30 .9:90 , 9:30 8:90 class's

[Pete_Vit]

I went to Maple Grove one year and saw these bracket races (ET) it was really strange to watch....

[Grof]

Ive been talking about going to my nearest track for awhile now and finally made the trip yesterday to Pittsburgh drag strip in New Alexandria PA . Rode my electra glide down for test and tune night and made 3 passes . First pass was a 12.69 @ 110.38 mph , second pass was a little better 12.45 @ 111 mph . The third pass i hit the rev limiter hard in 3rd gear but still managed 12.49 @ 110.35 mph . I just want to take a minute and thank Jim Kennedy for all his help and guidance in getting me down the track . Youve been more help than you will ever know Jim ! Here are a couple videos from my 1st and 2nd run . Let me know what you guys think
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLxAsnCs5g0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwpLjLGNPYc

great run for a heavy ass bike, reading all this posts I think you said it is a 124'' I thought 124'' will run much faster , did you win race vs. this guy with green rice burner ...  tell us more about setup on your bike... tnx

[2006FXDCI]

Bob , its a 2005 flht with a crate 124" , HPI 55mm t-body with 6.2 injectors , pro clutch with lockup and a gold spring , boarzilla . It has ohlins 2-2 shocks on the rear .

It will most definitely run faster than a 12.4 , remember im a newbie and I had to ride it 100 miles home

[pwmorris]

Bob , its a 2005 flht with a crate 124" , HPI 55mm t-body with 6.2 injectors , pro clutch with lockup and a gold spring , boarzilla . It has ohlins 2-2 shocks on the rear .

It will most definitely run faster than a 12.4 , remember im a newbie and I had to ride it 100 miles home

No doubt, high 11's is in your future...
Man, riding to the track brings back memories. I learned to drag race at LACR (now closed like many other tracks near me) and I would ride there on my FXR about 50 miles, drag it, then ride home back when it was an 11 second bike. Got old though when I started breaking belts, and had to figure out how to get home😡.
Then starter renting a U Haul trailer, then bought a 6x12 enclosed trailer, then finally a full rig.
Yeah, this "Potty mouth" is addicting, and a money sucker too!

[Hossamania]

I had a low ball stock car for a year, got some friends to sponsor it a bit, even got take off tires from the cop cars, and still spent more time than I could afford.
Some of the most goddamn fun I had! No regrets.

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Paul ! Next time im shooting for my S&S 11 second club patch !

[jmorton10]

Welcome to the addiction! You can make a small fortune drag racing, and it's easy. Just start out with a large fortune and go racing...

That's what my buddy says about being a pro musician.  He is a phenomenal guitar player (he played with Carlos Santana)

He says it easy to make a million dollars playing jazz guitar.   Just start out with 2 million & go at it LOL

~John

[pwmorris]

Thanks Paul ! Next time im shooting for my S&S 11 second club patch !

Oh Baby!!! Your shirt is waiting for you....can't buy it, can't just want it....gotta earn this sucker!
Still have my 11, 10, and of course ultra rare 9 Second Shirts (and patches) with each one having special memories of how hard it was to get each one, and all the moments in time to remember...

http://www.sscycle.com/go-fast-showcase/seconds-club/

[RXBOB]

Got my 11sec patch will be working a the 10sec patch next season(couple months on its on again) kudos to anyone that gives it a go

I like that you have to get so much right in such a short time, one mistake and its messed up

[rigidthumper]

I made that list 15 years ago. Crap, I'm old

[strokerjlk]

Josh your excitement level makes me smile . I love it .
I shared this back when I ran my first official all Harley race ( AMRA )
But that was the day I knew I was hooked .
After struggling and qualifying 2nd from last ( at least I wasn't an alternate )
I ended up going to the finals against Donnie Huffman . 16 time national champ in AHDRA and AMRA .( I lost to him)  It was when I was sitting there in the staging lanes waiting to run the semi finals with all the guys I had idolized for years , I realized I was hooked .
From the left Brad Croneberger , me , Donnie Huffman , Larry Krause

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Jim ! Thats an awesome pic ! Someday i hope to be half as good at this as you are ! You have inspired me more than you will ever know , i want to say thank you for all your patience and advice . You always answer my questions no matter how dumb they may be , i cant begin to thank you enough . Im hoping to get back to the strip in the next few weeks . I want to try my luck with my superglide and see how i do on it . Thanks again Jim , i wouldnt of ever done this by myself . You made it possible 

[ThumperDeuce]

This will no doubt become my most expensive addiction to date ! Between guns , harleys and college for my daughter im gonna need a 3rd job !

Try aviation.  $1000 for a cylinder. $6.00 / gal fuel.

[04 SE Deuce]

Jim,  looks like Krause is spotting you guys a good bit in rider weight.    -Rick

[strokerjlk]

Jim,  looks like Krause is spotting you guys a good bit in rider weight.    -Rick

It's sportsman class . 11:50 index . His bike runs down to 10.30 class .he's a good rider. He missed a few races this year so he isn't up real high in points . But he won a race and went quite a few rounds so he has done great for the amount of races he has attended . He was running # 1 plate that year.

I have done decent In the class this year with my bagger. Runner up one race ( lost to Donny ) and was going quite a few rounds until I picked up a 1/2 sec in my Wot passes. Now I am having a hard time slowing down for the 11:50 class . Last race Donny let me use him as a rabbit to get qualified the last round of qualifying . My 11.79 pass might not have got me in the field .
Didn't help much , I went out first round .  Still holding on to 5th place in that class . Probably should run 10.90 class . But top 5 get the wood at the banquet , and I love that class.so I am committed  . At least this season . The dresser class is where my heart is . Heads up racing is addictive .

Josh . thank you for thr kind words ,it's my pleasure . Love your enthusiasm. Would like you to make a couple AMRA races next year . There is a class for everyone .     

[Durwood]

Josh your excitement level makes me smile . I love it .
I shared this back when I ran my first official all Harley race ( AMRA )
But that was the day I knew I was hooked .
After struggling and qualifying 2nd from last ( at least I wasn't an alternate )
I ended up going to the finals against Donnie Huffman . 16 time national champ in AHDRA and AMRA .( I lost to him)  It was when I was sitting there in the staging lanes waiting to run the semi finals with all the guys I had idolized for years , I realized I was hooked .
From the left Brad Croneberger , me , Donnie Huffman , Larry Krause

I took that picture, that was Jim's first race, went to the semi's in dresser and the final in SE IIRC.

Memory lane, gotta love it.

[akjeff]

Way to go Josh! Was hoping to pop my cherry this evening on Test & Tune night at our local strip, but got rained out. May have another chance on Sunday.

Jeff

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Jeff ! Hope you get out there on sunday . If you do please post some pics and let us know how you did .

[akjeff]

 

[clawdog60]

Josh your excitement level makes me smile . I love it .
I shared this back when I ran my first official all Harley race ( AMRA )
But that was the day I knew I was hooked .
After struggling and qualifying 2nd from last ( at least I wasn't an alternate )
I ended up going to the finals against Donnie Huffman . 16 time national champ in AHDRA and AMRA .( I lost to him)  It was when I was sitting there in the staging lanes waiting to run the semi finals with all the guys I had idolized for years , I realized I was hooked .
From the left Brad Croneberger , me , Donnie Huffman , Larry Krause

I took that picture, that was Jim's first race, went to the semi's in dresser and the final in SE IIRC.

Memory lane, gotta love it.

what track was that at.

[Durwood]

Josh your excitement level makes me smile . I love it .
I shared this back when I ran my first official all Harley race ( AMRA )
But that was the day I knew I was hooked .
After struggling and qualifying 2nd from last ( at least I wasn't an alternate )
I ended up going to the finals against Donnie Huffman . 16 time national champ in AHDRA and AMRA .( I lost to him)  It was when I was sitting there in the staging lanes waiting to run the semi finals with all the guys I had idolized for years , I realized I was hooked .
From the left Brad Croneberger , me , Donnie Huffman , Larry Krause

I took that picture, that was Jim's first race, went to the semi's in dresser and the final in SE IIRC.

Memory lane, gotta love it.

what track was that at.

Beech Bend Raceway, Bowling Green Ky.

[clawdog60]

 

[jamess71]

Awesome Sauce Josh. Cool stuff

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks James 

[strokerjlk]

This is where I got my leathers Josh .
299.00 top gear brand . They have other brands to .
Top gear fit a little small in the jacket and large in the pants , so order accordingly

http://www.topgearleather.com/

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Jim ! I looked at the Vanson sight , them britches must be lined with vagina skin    pretty steep price on them !

[strokerjlk]

Thanks Jim ! I looked at the Vanson sight , them britches must be lined with vagina skin    pretty steep price on them !

Yeah they are pricey . Nice leathers though .

[motolocopat]

Thanks Ray , that means allot coming from you ! And i congratulate my IBEW brother on your retirement , well deserved ! I hope to see lots of videos of you at the track soon . Josh

A tip of the Hat to the IBEW fellas

[Racepres]

All the guys who wanna [or want someone else to] leave at higher throttle, shoulda been around when Buells were relatively New...
Them bad boys would rev hell outa their Buell, drop the hammer and "Swat" themselves, flat on their back on the Racetrack....Never been on a Prepped Track...We wrecked alot of Buells for a Couple years there...

[2006FXDCI]

Thanks Motolocopat ! Im IBEW generation side out of Johnstown PA , local 459 . Marty , thats exactly what i was afraid of , flipping over or breaking my belt ! I had to ride the old girl 100 miles home from the track . I just wanted to go A to B down the track . Practice and more practice will get me where i want to be . I saw a guy a year ago on the same track stand his wide glide up about 45* , he paincked and pulled in the clutch . Dropped the front end like a rock and broke his frame at the neck .

[strokerjlk]

One of my favorite pics . Not so much ,if you were paucho.

[westcomb]

Opps ............

[Hossamania]

Tether? I don't need no stinking tether!

[Racepres]

I remember...Look at Donnie Watchin him!!!!
Not the first, nor Only time!!!

[-deuced-]

Something odd about that pic. Other bike is stationary. Upside down guy's bike looks like it's on a centre stand, and he's got a tether.   

[strokerjlk]

Something odd about that pic. Other bike is stationary. Upside down guy's bike looks like it's on a centre stand, and he's got a tether.   

It's not a center stand . It's his cheater rear pegs .

[Racepres]

And Donnie is sittin there watchin him...for the show!!! Nah...I think it was E-class and Paco had the slower bike..Or ET anyway!!

[strokerjlk]

And Donnie is sittin there watchin him...for the show!!! Nah...I think it was E-class and Paco had the slower bike..Or ET anyway!!

I think it was index class qualifying .Donnie likes to sit on the line and let you get 1/2 track before he launches, when he thinks he is being used as a rabbit .

[Racepres]

Or..as I have done in qualifying...Let the other guy get out of the way. [R/T don't count] then run your own pass.

[strokerjlk]

Or..as I have done in qualifying...Let the other guy get out of the way. [R/T don't count] then run your own pass.

I think Donnie does it so he can have both photographers taking pics of his cocked handlebar wheelies . 

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Something odd about that pic. Other bike is stationary. Upside down guy's bike looks like it's on a centre stand, and he's got a tether.   

It's not a center stand . It's his cheater rear pegs .

thanks