After all the issues with the race bike, it was almost a relief to go back to something a lot simpler in terms of the bicycle. I did the Iron Horse (Durango to Silverton) last year with some friends, and
First Race weekend — or not
June 20-21st was the first race weekend at SMRI, and I thought that thanks to a lot of work from Jesse Beck and the crew over at PJs Triumph that the Daytona was going to be at least raceable —
First year race bike — trials and tribulations!
I’ve been told by my friends who have raced longer than I have that the first year with a new bike is always a challenge. I’ve certainly experienced that with both my last two (and only two) bikes. Apparently, I
Shakedown — bike and rider
Finally. Weather co-operated, bike co-operated, timing co-operated, and even work co-operated. (Thanks Boss — though I know he doesn’t read this). Got the bike all loaded up for a trip down to Arroyo Seco Raceway for their track day. This