Getting into racing 125's?

[flymo]

[quote=Leopard_lily;1889386]

Originally Posted by Magnum

I thought maybe 125's would be a start into racing, and perhaps a cheap trackbike like this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Aprillia-RS-12...1%7C240%3A1318

would be suitable? quote]

As soon as I was handed my CBT certificate I went straight out there and bought the fastest 125 I read there was - a spains No.1 RS125. Sure it's fast (eventually) for it's class, I managed to clock UP 86mph out of it but the power was SH!T, but then what do you expect for a 125 eh

No V5 for it, why is that then I wonder? Best thing is take a look at the racing clubs that race near to you and check out the classes they run.

[flymo]

Originally Posted by leedsmatt7

...as a lot of ppl who start racing the tracks end up not riding on roads, i've heard it becomes an anti-climax and its not worth the hassle.

that really depends on why you ride on the roads. If you go out for speed fixes then what you say is true, why bother when you can ride faster in a legal, relatively safe way on the track.

Its a lot of fun. I no longer ride a road bike but thats just purely out of choice....and of course because when you race you tend to divert every spare penny you have at racing instead of tax discs and insurance. When I get another road bike i guess its more likely to be something that isnt a missile, you tend to not be that fussed about speed once you get away from the track.

Originally Posted by leedsmatt7

tbh Id rather get into Moto-x as a lot of ppl who start racing the tracks end up not riding on roads, i've heard it becomes an anti-climax and its not worth the hassle.

Moto-x is a completely different kettle of fish though? I can see why people give up road-riding to do solely trackdays or racing but giving up road riding to do moto-x is completely different. You'd get completely different kicks from riding a normal bike on the road (however fast) than doing moto-x

Posted at the same time as Flymo! Seems we have similar views on the subject!

[Binky]

So if i were to obtain an ACU license then would that mean i would be allowed on track at the motorsport vision tracks (Oulton, Snetterton etc) even though i'm still restricted???

Are the main reasons people take the ACU test for the license to race in minitwins and the like???

What sort of doors could an ACU license open???

[flymo]

So if i were to obtain an ACU license then would that mean i would be allowed on track at the motorsport vision tracks (Oulton, Snetterton etc) even though i'm still restricted?

Yes. Just beware that some trackday organisers assume that because you have an ACU licence you will be fast and therefore only allow you in the fast groups.

Are the main reasons people take the ACU test for the license to race in minitwins and the like???

What sort of doors could an ACU license open?

Minitwins represents only one particular class of road racing. There are all sorts ranging from 125GP, sidecars, superbikes etc etc. I would guess that most get a licence to race with. As far as opening doors, it lets you race, thats about it.

[Binky]

Originally Posted by flymo

Minitwins represents only one particular class of road racing. There are all sorts ranging from 125GP, sidecars, superbikes etc etc. I would guess that most get a licence to race with. As far as opening doors, it lets you race, thats about it.

What else would you need in order to enter the minitwins championship other than an ACU race license and a bike???

Sorry for the questions, it's just something that interests me and i'd like to do if i get the money together in the future.

[flymo]

Originally Posted by Binky

What else would you need in order to enter the minitwins championship other than an ACU race license and a bike???

Sorry for the questions, it's just something that interests me and i'd like to do if i get the money together in the future.

Ask as many as you like, no problem.

If you intend to enter the Minitwins classes it really depends on which club. I beleive that if you enter with the likes of BEMSEE then you'll need a track training day under your belt.

I race with a club called Wirral 100 in North West UK and there are no special requirements over and above those to race any other class. Minitwins obviously limits the type of bike you can ride and the modifications you are allowed to make to those bikes, with the intention of keeping costs down.

Get yourself along to a race club meet and watch, its loads of fun. I'll be racing in Anglesey later in May, pop over and say hello.

Originally Posted by flymo

No V5 for it, why is that then I wonder?

Because the bike is not road legal it does not have to be registered with the DVLA

[Binky]

Originally Posted by flymo

Get yourself along to a race club meet and watch, its loads of fun. I'll be racing in Anglesey later in May, pop over and say hello.

Am i right in thinking that the minitwins is split into two championships, North and South???

Do you race at Donnington, Mallory or Rockingham at all??? They're near me (ish) so would like to pop down and watch for sure.