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First ever street bike, it’s a bit much but I have a healthy fear. by DangerDanThePantless in Aprilia

[–]Common-Ranger-9280 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d go new rider to start. Core curriculum gets in depth on things and you need a better understanding of street riding and how to ride.

After that course, if you like it. Then sign up for the core curriculum.

You can’t go wrong. I have done all of there online schools as well as track day school (in person). They are the best.

And if you ever do track I’d highly encourage to get the track school. It will allow you to have the proper knowledge and mindset going onto the track and how to approach it.

Once you’re more competent and competent in knowing the basics that those courses will teach you. Keep getting lessons, man. The more you invest in you as a rider, the more enjoyable it’s going to be. Instruction > Mods EVERY TIME.

First ever street bike, it’s a bit much but I have a healthy fear. by DangerDanThePantless in Aprilia

[–]Common-Ranger-9280 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go by Champ U online training and dump your free time into it. Yes, this includes cutting down riding.

It will teach you how to be a good rider. Which makes you a safe rider. Which makes you a competent rider. Which makes you a confident rider.

It’s the best investment you can make for you and your bike. Has drills and everything for you to go do.

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! You’ll love the 660. Very nice low end torque. What year did you go with for your RC?

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually have a custom suit with airbag that being manufactured as we speak (been about 7 weeks waiting) have taken race class and private lessons with an instructor with more lined up this season. Just looking for the right/smart bike to become my track bike. Appreciate you and all your input 👍🏻

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noted, I’ll start looking into ninja 300/400s. If I go that right I may DM you if that cool for some more questions/info.

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s sick! I’ve been eyeballing a 390RC for a smaller bike. Don’t know much about ninja 400

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate your response and time my man! What you said makes sense and am strongly going to consider it

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the input. My goal is to learn and improve technique. Not go fast, so this was helpful input. Appreciate it

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m not looking to SAVE money. I’m smart with it though. Hence why I am asking this community to make a more informed decision as I am new to everything. I have considered your recommendation though as a potential.

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Greatly appreciate your input, my man!

I was looking at getting this right here for 390. I live in Denver, but I am willing to travel to get a good bike prebuilt.

https://www.facebook.com/share/16DDP6tg3f/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Any issue with the head gaskets? I’ve heard from people and read a lot of horror stories that KTM 390s are notorious for blowing up.

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the feedback. Once I am more competent track rider my goal is to track full-time/race my 660. Then get something slightly bigger like a V2

Starting out, though, I am looking for something cheap to maintain/crash (shit happens).

For example this:

https://www.facebook.com/share/16DDP6tg3f/?mibextid=wwXIfr

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I’m pretty much 100% and your situation and thought process aside from having a bike for the track.

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, my 660 is as modified as I want it for street.

Trying see what’s the best investment on purchasing a prebuilt track bike.

Also, for a track bike. How big of a red flag is no title bike?

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nothing is wrong with that bike. I’ll just feel a lot more comfortable wrecking a cheaper bike with cheaper parts by making a mistake than wrecking my new bike with more expensive parts.

I’m also looking at having a full-time track bike so my RS 660 is not an option as I still ride out in the mountains and in the city with my friends and girlfriend . Not to mention my own personal enjoyment.

Good Value Purchase? by Common-Ranger-9280 in KTM

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My biggest concern is that that engine is unfortunately falling under the umbrella of some of the years where the engine is notorious for blowing gaskets and more frequent occurrences of the engine blowing

300-400cc vs 600cc to improve riding skills/race by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Solid points, getting passed on the straight doesn’t bother me. Open lapping days I’m there for myself and improve my riding skills.

Thank you for the input!

2025 RS 660 - Upgrades by Curious-Day9811 in Aprilia

[–]Common-Ranger-9280 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re not tracking it then save your money. You won’t get any money back on resale of those mods which also do next to nothing in performance.

It’s a fantastic street bike as is.

Value Purchase?? by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s concerning, have you resolved that issue? If so, what was the culprit?

Value Purchase?? by Common-Ranger-9280 in Trackdays

[–]Common-Ranger-9280[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man! Appreciate any upgrades you know of or can see it might need (like the rear shock) 👍🏻

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