I went drag racing last night I went to the Harley/Buell shootout @ Great lakes Dragway in Union Grove, WI. What a great experience! I had the best time. You couldn't scrape the smile from face. All the people there were very friendly and informative. Alot of Buells as well! I was actually surprised. And all the Harley riders were very excepting and talkative as well. A great camaraderie among all the racers. I would totally recommend for anyone to give it a shot.
OK...Now for the real "juice" I ran a best of 12.12 with a best .121 reaction time. I made 16 passes in all, trying various things to get off the line without going over. I had a few that I stood it straight up and down.(I can't even begin to describe how "sticky" the staging area is!!!) Most of the bikes run wheelie bars, and I can see how it would make you feel more comfortable, leaving hard and not worrying. I did surprise a few (and my self, lol)with some better times than the "prepared" bikes. I rode there, then rode home after, and ran totally stock. I will definitely be entering every event, which is every other Thursday night. I will be practicing hard on cutting better lights, and harder launches...I rev between 2500&3000 and leave when the last amber lights. No red lights, which is good...but, also means I'm not trying hard enough Well, was my first time with this wheelie happy bike, I fully intend to get to 3500 to 3800 launches, cut some better lights and break into the 11s[up] I had a friend take some pictures, I will post them soon. If you get a chance...you've gotta do it, just friggin' awesome
OK...Now for the real "juice" I ran a best of 12.12 with a best .121 reaction time. I made 16 passes in all, trying various things to get off the line without going over. I had a few that I stood it straight up and down.(I can't even begin to describe how "sticky" the staging area is!!!) Most of the bikes run wheelie bars, and I can see how it would make you feel more comfortable, leaving hard and not worrying. I did surprise a few (and my self, lol)with some better times than the "prepared" bikes. I rode there, then rode home after, and ran totally stock. I will definitely be entering every event, which is every other Thursday night. I will be practicing hard on cutting better lights, and harder launches...I rev between 2500&3000 and leave when the last amber lights. No red lights, which is good...but, also means I'm not trying hard enough Well, was my first time with this wheelie happy bike, I fully intend to get to 3500 to 3800 launches, cut some better lights and break into the 11s[up] I had a friend take some pictures, I will post them soon. If you get a chance...you've gotta do it, just friggin' awesome