Well the first race of the year for me is over and I lived to tell about it
The race was held at California Speedway (Fontana) I have never riden Fontana or my new track/race bike a 2005 ZX-10R SuperSport bike. I did the Saturday practis with Fasttrack and good thing I did. The track is a bit trickey for me in some spots as well as the new bike as it has GOOBS more power then my 04 ZX-10R. Other then the fact I have not been on the track in a year and about two years sense I tracked my 04 10R.
It was taking me a bit longer to get the feel on the new bike and the track all at the same time but I managed.

My goals for the weekend where to not crash.
Not come in last.
Run a sub 1:40 lap time

My lap times on Saturday started off in the 1:50's but by the end of the day I was down to 1:42's and I felt I had more in it as I was getting used to the bike and track a little bit.
Sundays first race was Formula 1, I was gridded on the 14th row ( last row) I got a bad start and finished the race 9th out of 14 or so riders. Lap times where all 1:42's
Race #2 was "A" Super Bike, again gridded last. I got even a worse start but pasted a couple riders going into turn 5 and 6. on lap 3 the red flag came out and the race was called. I took 10th. lap times where all 1:42's
Race #3 "A" Super Stock gridded last row again (I have no points) This time I get a good start and jump up towards the front of the pack. I latch onto the front group and follow them around waiting for a chance to pass. On lap 6 (final lap) I pass a rider going into turn 1. I pass him so fast I think to my self "Oh Shit there my be a red or yellow flag" so I lift but there is no flag and the rider passes me. I try the chase him down before the finish line but he put a gap on me and I was not able to catch him so I end up taking 6th. Lap times where all 1:40's with one of them a 1:39:42

All in all I had a great time and am looking forward to the next race.

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Josh
R6

Good job Josh! I'm glad to hear that you're getting used to the big bike. What is the history behind your new ride? Considering your connections, I wouldn't be surprised if this is a factory bike from a couple years ago?

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2005 Suzuki Hayabusa Limited Edition - lots of mods
2007 Suzuki GSXR600 - wifebeater and flip-flops optional
2000 Honda CBR600F4 - outfitted with the NRC case cover of invincibility
http://www.gleno.net

Nice brotha!!!!! ANy pics!???

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You wouldnt be off base saying so. Alot of the goodies where taken off but the motor is all Kawi Super Stock and DAMN FAST

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Josh
R6

So what your really saying is the rider is SLOW

not really

May be I will have to go to the track

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I figured that much...I can't wait to see that bike in action on your home track.

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2005 Suzuki Hayabusa Limited Edition - lots of mods
2007 Suzuki GSXR600 - wifebeater and flip-flops optional
2000 Honda CBR600F4 - outfitted with the NRC case cover of invincibility
http://www.gleno.net

It would be cheaper for you in the long run.

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2005 Suzuki Hayabusa Limited Edition - lots of mods
2007 Suzuki GSXR600 - wifebeater and flip-flops optional
2000 Honda CBR600F4 - outfitted with the NRC case cover of invincibility
http://www.gleno.net

It was great being able to come out to Fontana and watch ya run!!

Did someone ask for pics???

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ACES!
Ticked off every one of yer goals, mang! I'm sure it'll only get better too. I hope I can catch one of your races sometime.

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~ Gleno 1961 - 2007 ~ Larger than Life. Hell yeah. ~

Awesome! That looks intense.

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2001 Nighthawk 750<br />2001 ZR750<br />2002 GSXR 600<br />2004 FJR 1300<br /><br />You made me the Man I am, I love you! In Loving Memory GEM 1961-2007

Other than a couple bad starts, you still held your own on an unfamiliar track and new to you bike. I could only just hope to get near as good as you some day. Just be thankful that you didnt have a day like this poor guy in the 2nd race

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Very Cool Josh! Congrats I'll have go see you race some time!