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Old 04-28-2005, 10:27 AM
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Track Day Checklist
I've been developing a little track day travel checklist, borrowing from a few different lists I've seen on the web. Here's a PDF copy.

Anyone have any suggestions for additions or changes?

No comments about extra Ducati parts, or bringing along a mechanic, comedians!

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Very nice whipper. I'm no trackday expert, so this is going to be a great little tool for me. Printing commences right now...
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Chain Lube/WD-40 you considering them the same thing? You have alot of chain problems don't you?
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Chain Lube/WD-40 you considering them the same thing? You have alot of chain problems don't you?
That's for his clutch I think
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Re: Track Day Checklist
I'd add to the list an extra set of tie-down straps and a couple of extra sets of soft ties.
Also, some common sizes of extra bolts, such as bodywork, drain plug, etc.
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hey, good list there whipple...just in time to...I have a Cornerspeed School at VIR-N on Monday!!!! yaaay for me!!!! this little list will come in handy....
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Why the heck do you need 4 heads of garlic for a track day...

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If its gonna be hot out....you should bring an umbrella girl.
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I thought of a couple more -

Service manual
Extra visors for helmet
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A pair of binoculars and a stopwatch is handy for keeping your SO occupied...

Also, I like having a clock stuck to the trailer to know when my session is coming up...
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Re: Track Day Checklist
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If its gonna be hot out....you should bring an umbrella girl.
What, that's not provided by the track?
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If its gonna be hot out....you should bring an umbrella girl.

I always bring my own!

I like her to have a fresh cold water ready as soon as my helmet comes off.
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Thanks for the list bwhip, I lost mine in the "format" a few weeks back.
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Safety Wire
Locktite(blue)
Tire warmers
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Re: Track Day Checklist
Here's an update in Word format. Great suggestions, everybody! Thanks!
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reading this list now I have so much I need to buy still. Might end up being next year before I make it to a track for the first time. got a couple grand to spend.
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reading this list now I have so much I need to buy still. Might end up being next year before I make it to a track for the first time. got a couple grand to spend.
Those certainly aren't all MUSTS. You don't necessarily need tire warmers - unless you're at racer level, which most of us are not. Heck, my first couple of trackdays about all I brought was the bike, a small tool box, gas and my hat and sunglasses. I had a two-piece Cortech suit (no leathers), and rode in hiking boots! (see photo below)

It takes some time to get everything on the list, but you sure don't need all of it to get started.
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Great thread, thanks! Should come in real handy.

I'll take it upon myself to bring a Playboy (for the articles).
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Hey, you forgot my suggestions! Really, if you're trailering, have a spare set of tiedown straps. You never know when you or someone else is going to need them. If they show any signs of fraying, they're done.
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Thanks for the list bwhip. Got my first track day of the season on Monday also!
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Hey, you forgot my suggestions! Really, if you're trailering, have a spare set of tiedown straps. You never know when you or someone else is going to need them. If they show any signs of fraying, they're done.
Whoops! Somehow I missed yours - but those are great additions. The extra tie-downs also come in handy for tying down your EZ-Up to coolers, gas cans or other heavy objects when the wind picks up.

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Re: Track Day Checklist
Here's a couple more:
Swiss army knife to cut away shredded fairings
Sports drink (Gatorade or similar) or potassium and sodium tablets (I get quad cramps if I forget these)
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I also bring extra fluids (brake fluid, oil, distilled water), some tubing (bleeding brakes, siphoning gas), small 12V air compressor, and a box of spare parts (nuts, bolts, washers, etc). I subscribe to the philosphy that it's better to bring it and not use it...

You might want to add check air pressures to the Bike Prep list
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