Check out the BBS of your local race org. Lots of good racebikes will be coming onto the market.
Having owned an R1 for 9 years and done 4 track days on it, I would have to agree that it would be much better to start with a good 600cc bike. Waaaay too much power for the new track rider.Check out the BBS of your local race org. Lots of good racebikes will be coming onto the market.
Gunny that, & find one with all the goodies installed, shock, brake lines, steering damper, etc.
I'd also suggest starting on something smaller & a bit more forgiving than a R1.
I second that motion.Unless you just gotta have an R1 something smaller would be more forgiving.An alternative afforable easy to convert in a litre plus bike would be a Buell.I've rebuilt a few wrecks and have put more into them than buying a good used machine from a dealer or individual.I also agree with Andre to look at used track bikes.There will be plenty of track only bikes available in a few weeks since the season is winding down.I have to admit that I am jelous you are so close to some great motosports parks.All I got here in Texas is one!Check out the BBS of your local race org. Lots of good racebikes will be coming onto the market.
Gunny that, & find one with all the goodies installed, shock, brake lines, steering damper, etc.
I'd also suggest starting on something smaller & a bit more forgiving than a R1.
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