questions about the Stockton Supermoto series

[scooterS]

I'm going to give this supermoto thing a try. I'm planning on running my KTM 300mxc in the Novice or Sportsman class on the stock wheels. I have a line on a couple different sets of take-off tires that a friend has used in one or two previous races, so I'm all set from a bike perspective. I've also got some Vanson street leathers, so I'm cool on gear.

My questions are...

How many motos or heat races do they run for these classes? Is it just one or two qualifying heats then the main, or do they run a semi as well?

How many laps are the heat races and main?

For those of you who have ridden at Stockton before, how fast is the track? My KTM is geared pretty low. Am I ok at this track, or should I pony up a few extra $$'s for a smaller rear sprocket?

I don't know if I've got the time or finances this week to get prepped in time for this Sunday, but I'll try. I'll definitely be out there to watch. I do plan on making a practice day or two this month, and am entering the race on August 24th for sure.

[JoeBar]

Way to go Scott!!! I am expecting practice and race reports! ;)
I have no experience riding there, I just went as a spectator but Dave (Astrocreep) and Josh (jbirkle) should be able to help you. Typically SuperMotard tracks do not have very long straight lines...

[astrocreep]

How many motos or heat races do they run for these classes? Is it just one or two qualifying heats then the main, or do they run a semi as well?

they run one heat and one main per class

How many laps are the heat races and main?
8-10 lap heats
10-12 lap mains

For those of you who have ridden at Stockton before, how fast is the track? My KTM is geared pretty low. Am I ok at this track, or should I pony up a few extra $$'s for a smaller rear sprocket?

The track is tight, as far as top speed is only about 70. I was running 13-51 on my drz with good results.

I'll be out there on the 27th....I'm #13 come by and say hey
D

[illsender]

Most people in the Novice class run 17's, and most in Sportsman run stock wheels. Having 17's definitely gives an advantage.

Turn 2 can be a bit slippy, but the straightaway lets you get enough speed to make up a bit for any slow-going through the dirt and any turns.


P.S. this is Illsender's girlfriend.

:angel

[scooterS]

Alright, this is starting to come together. I scored a set of Pirelli MT90's last night. If I get time to put them on this week I'll be out there on Sunday.

The rules say to safety wire your drain plugs. How strict are they on that?

Dave, I'll look for you on Sunday.

[illsender]

They're pretty strict at tech. They want you to safety wire the drain plug and tape off (or use gorilla snot on) any sharp edges. Who knows why, but they won't let you register unless you do.

Correction on earlier post: Sportsman class only runs stock wheels...that's the difference between Sportsman and Novice.


:angel

[astrocreep]

The rules say to safety wire your drain plugs. How strict are they on that?

The are very strict on this one,
what you need to do:
remove kickstand
tape sharp edges
remove or tape lights
Wire drain plug or plugs radiator and oil fill
flush green colant out use water wetter
Sliders, as I understand the do not want anything metal touching the ground if you crash. I'm using for my axles skate board wheels and an all thread rod through the axle. I have handle bar guards on my bike and I'm putting really trick machined sliders I made there and I have no clue what I'm going to do with my pegs.

They might hold off on the sliders since they didn't repave the track but I'm not going to take a chance and not be prepared.


Sportsman class requires 21 inch front wheel and stock rear.
Most mxers have 19's on both ends they do not qualify for sportsman.

[illsender]

#13 huh? Try not running into anyone, again.

[astrocreep]

#13 huh? Try not running into anyone, again.

I'll try to work harder not to get hit by Idiot's ....Again

[JoeBar]

Hey Dave, maybe if Jen and I come watch the race this Sunday it will add to your good luck, again! ;) :teeth

PS: To quote someone's post, click on "quote" instead of "post reply", it makes it easier to read ;)

[astrocreep]

Originally posted by JoeBar
Hey Dave, maybe if Jen and I come watch the race this Sunday it will add to your good luck, again! ;) :teeth

PS: To quote someone's post, click on "quote" instead of "post reply", it makes it easier to read ;)

Never used that button...thanks murderator:nerd

It'll be cool if you guys would come down and watch!:cool

[morthrane]

I may be out there on Sunday to watch the mayhem... what # you running astrocreep?

[JoeBar]

Originally posted by morthrane
I may be out there on Sunday to watch the mayhem... what # you running astrocreep? 13!!!

[scooterS]

Originally posted by JoeBar
Hey Dave, maybe if Jen and I come watch the race this Sunday it will add to your good luck, again! ;) :teeth


Wow the quote button is neet.

Pierre, yes come out and cheer on all the dirty barfers. Maybe you'll add to my luck too.

I don't know my number yet but I'll ask for #974 since I already have those numbers on my bike from D-36.

If I'm not running #974 I'm still the guy on an '03 KTM 300mxc with black Vanson leathers and an Arai MX helmet running in novice or sportsman. There can't be too many of those.

Did I mention how excited I am? :teeth

[astrocreep]

[i]Pierre, yes come out and cheer on all the dirty barfers. Maybe you'll add to my luck too.

[/B]

Be careful what you ask for. Don't assume the luck he brings is good luck.

:teeth

Seriously you need to come out and watch Pierre!!;)

[JoeBar]

Originally posted by scooterS
Wow the quote button is neet. What have I done? Now Dave and Scott can't stop QUOTING each other... :teeth :laughing
Can you guys do a multi-quote like this? :p :twofinger

Originally posted by scooterS
Pierre, yes come out and cheer on all the dirty barfers. Maybe you'll add to my luck too. Originally posted by astrocreep
Be careful what you ask for. Don't assume the luck he brings is good luck. Scott, Dave has already tested last year the good luck (http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=7874) that I bring...

Originally posted by astrocreep
Seriously you need to come out and watch Pierre!!;) OK, you asked for it!!! :laughing :laughing

[scooterS]

Originally posted by JoeBar
Scott, Dave has already tested last year the good luck (http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=7874) that I bring...


Great, that's all I need. Don't show that to my wife.

wife: "I don't like you racing, you might get hurt"
me: "You don't have a problem with me playing soccer, and I broke two ribs doing that this year"
wife: "maybe you shouldn't play soccer either"
me: "DOH!"

Seriously, my wife is a sweetheart. She loves this motorcycle stuff.

I look forward to meeting you guys.

[JoeBar]

To give you an idea of how hard core Dave is, he RODE his DRZ (street legal) from Santa Clara to Stockton to race on it!!!

Dave, do you put the DRZ on the El Camino now? Do you have a pic? :teeth

[astrocreep]

Originally posted by JoeBar
To give you an idea of how hard core Dave is, he RODE his DRZ (street legal) from Santa Clara to Stockton to race on it!!!

Dave, do you put the DRZ on the El Camino now? Do you have a pic? :teeth

Yes I do, I like it alot better than riding it there. Did I tell you how I got my bike back from Stockton after my crash??? I rode it back cast and all! my lil piggies got cold!

I don't have a pic here(I'm at work) but there is a pic floating around here on barf of my elk with the crf150 in it.

[astrocreep]

Found it

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/036/817/534395-elk.jpg

[JoeBar]

From: SuperMoto USA
To: JoeBar
Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2003 4:50 PM
Subject: Stockton Race info & Sat.Practice


Round 4 SuperMoto USA, Stockton Championship, July 27th 2003

Pre Race Announcements:

Saturday night practice from 5:PM till 8:30pm Cost is only $20.

Save time and Pre register for Sundays racing from 6:30 - 9:30 pm at the registration window at the track. Bring your SuperMoto USA license with you.

Heat race grids will be based on series points.

Contingency!
Michelin, EBC, Silkolene, CHM Exhaust, MZ, and team OCC all have posted contingency programs. Check the web site for details and get your stickers at tech.

Sunday gates open at.. 7:AM (or sooner)
Registration Opens at ..7:15
Tech open at .... 7:30
Practice begins.......... 8:30


Race Schedule to follow in separate e mail

[illsender]

Thats cool. Everyone is entitled to thier own opinion. I'll give you a little more room next time i out brake you. btw, i got a cool picture of your front tire locking up.

[astrocreep]

Originally posted by illsender
Thats cool. Everyone is entitled to thier own opinion. I'll give you a little more room next time i out brake you. btw, i got a cool picture of your front tire locking up.


I GOTTA SEE THAT!!

Gotta love hard racing! Remember there are no mirrors and I don't have eyes the back of my head....I didn't see you until we hit, I was doing my line more wide than I would have if I was defending I didn't think you would catch up that fast since I passed you on the begining of the straight.

I had fun that weekend even after the crash pushing your buttons!:laughing :p :nerd

See you at the races
Dave

[illsender]

I didn't think you would catch up that fast since I passed you on the begining of the straight.

CR500 dude. No hard feelings but we'll have to settle this next month. ALMS is at Sears his weekend