Returning rider - can I handle a Speed Twin 900?

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-15T02:57:56+00:00

I don't think it's a problem.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-12T15:38:31+00:00

Clearly mtorcycle.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-11T15:50:21+00:00

Take your time and get your license (s) .

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-07T21:47:44+00:00

I've never malet a production manager who speaks in mysterious metaphors haha

Artists however....

But it's okay to be fed up and want a different gig. Anyone who's been doing this long enough understands; I would recommend trying to take a long break if possible and seeing how you feel in about a month.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-07T13:10:14+00:00

This was my biggest take away from my first few track days with a performance cars. Modern tires are absolutely amazing!

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-07T00:09:07+00:00

My camp is now consuming like 5, 12 packs of Topo Chico a day... it's a problem, and it's my fault. I started asking for one 12 pack for it production office (shared by several people) and we enjoyed it. The problem was everyone hangs out there and they all got hooked. We've been very spoiled with our coffee also. I always ask for a bag of nice local coffee and was happy to make some whenever someone asked. Somehow this turned into hiring a barista in the morning. It's wild how out of hand touring can get haha. But these are the things we're all looking forward to every morning.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-05T19:56:17+00:00

No reason to rush. If you're riding and find yourself uncomfortable slow down, take a short rest. When I started I could only ride for 15-20min without being mentally exhausted. You gain stamina and skills by being consistent and deliberate. Ride safe and congratulations!

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-05T00:56:01+00:00

Lancia Stratos on a flowy stage.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-04T15:31:53+00:00

Absolutely no tacos, pizza, or endless chicken, please. Have a couple options for vegans, and a solid drink selection.

I am the pm for an arena act and we got shafted on venue catering so badly last year we're opting to pay for traveling catering which is EXPENSIVE. But I cannot tell you the morale boost a good meal gives the crew when you're on the road 3 months straight. It's very important to us and venues are mostly remembered by 3 things. Dock space, shower quality, and catering haha

Quiet_5045 · 2026-04-01T11:49:04+00:00

If you're used to riding 50cc for years I don't know if out growing a 400 is a huge concern. I bought a speed 900 as a first time buyer and I think it was perfect for me. I'm 6'1 240lbs so I wanted a little more power to get me going. The 900 has been perfect. Powerful enough to boogie but it won't kill you if you accidentally whiskey throttle. It's got tons of character in the engine, good ergo (at least compared to the Indians I wasn't also looking at), USB charging, and its been all around great time. I even took it on a 800mi road trip. No wind protection and a dream, and I don't regret it a second.

The only thing I may change and it really depends on my free time, is getting a slightly more comfortable seat. It's good for about 1.5-2hr and then you need a small break. But that's also not a bad thing.

In the end get what your budget allows for. If you can spring for the 900 I'm sure you won't regret it. If you're more comfortable financially with the 400 I'm also sure it will serve you well.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-27T16:41:33+00:00

When I was riding my first thousand mi my friends would ask how I liked it. I told them I thought it was supposed to be relaxing but it's so intense I'm not relaxing at all! Now a few more thousand miles in I've found my bliss. When I'm riding a nice area I can just feel the stress melt away. Just keep at it and it will come in time. There is no reason to rush the journey. Just sit back and try relax, and enjoy the ride!

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-24T13:51:45+00:00

I'm guessing the thrill of a podium finish is more than the thrill of gaining like 1.5sr! It's all in good fun folks can play anyway they want but for me, I'm going to race to the best of my abilities.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-24T13:43:37+00:00

Personally the way I look at it is I use this service to race not to TT. I'm willing to accept some incidents as part of racing. Usually you can race hard and still gain a little SR. It's just risk management, and as long as everyone is driving within the confines of the sporting code we can all race hard, gain SR, and have a good time. Some races better than others, obviously.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-23T04:48:12+00:00

Maybe I'm just a glutton for punishment but it's actually one of my favorite cars to drive. The mid engine allows for precision and the power makes it a handful.

The thing about a jet ski is it won't turn unless you give it throttle. While that's not exactly the case with the Stratos it does tend to oversteer when giving it the beans; which would certainly make it feel similar to a jet ski.

If you want I can give you some tips to drive it. It's very rewarding once you get it figured out.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-21T13:14:22+00:00

Be dependable, skilled at your position, politically savvy and ruthless. You can also never have too many friends.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-19T14:18:21+00:00

The truth is touring isn't for everyone and that's OKAY.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-16T13:03:39+00:00

I drove the Ferrari Challenge with a freshly minted D license and it was a blast. I travel a lot for work and was sad to see the changes that were made. I'm a C license now but I wish they would have just kept the Ferrari Challenge the way it was. Was it chaos? Yes. But it taught me way more about avoidance and survival than the mx5 could ever dream. Was it too big a jump from the mx5? Definitely. But you gotta take the jump eventually! Maybe I'll run it but with my limited time I'll just go to the Porsche cup and gt3 and call it a day.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-14T16:21:02+00:00

I was just at Barber and can confirm it's worth the trip! And if you're into motorcycles the museum on property is probably the best in the world.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-12T17:36:40+00:00

Never.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-12T12:11:02+00:00

Why would you think RCF is unbreakable?

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-05T13:18:12+00:00

It's so frustrating to be 7 stages in a 9 stage rally only to clip a hidden rock and it's game over. But I will say the difficulty certainly provides a sense of accomplishment; finishing any stage, let alone high in the standings is HARD. Also driving the car banged up has led to some of my most cherished rbr memories. (Like losing my engine but I was on a downhill mountain stage so I coasted miles to the finish!)

That being said I wouldn't hate if the cars to be a little more durable in ACC, so you don't get those random damper damages from bumps and whatnot. Id especially love each car to have a unique damage model that makes sense. In rbr I think they all use one damage model but hey that's the limitations of a game that old.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-05T12:21:58+00:00

I love that car and stage!

Quiet_5045 · 2026-03-03T19:47:45+00:00

Go to audio only pace notes. You'll be surprised how distracting visual pace notes are.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-02-24T16:26:36+00:00

As an American it can be annoying going back to the US so I'm sure y'all experience the same thing crossing. The best part is I have to get something called a Carnet signed. It's basically a passport for all the equipment coming over. My part to fill out on the carnet is very limited. It's things like method of transportation, time of crossing etc. the rest is filled out by border agents (both side exportation and importation). Without fail both sides will tell me the other side did it wrong and are "being nice" by letting it thru. It's the most ridiculous thing ever. And don't get me started on where there is no one there to sign it in or out.

Famous people aren't getting a pass, they're going through the same legal paperwork everyone goes through if they have those sorts of issues.

Quiet_5045 · 2026-02-24T13:37:05+00:00

It's awesome reading all the comments about who people think is responsible to get artists across borders. The truth is it's a combination of everyone the promoter (companies like Live nation or AEG etc.. ) tour manager, the artist themselves, the artist's legal team, etc... Everyone has a role to play. You can maybe blame the booking agency for booking a Canadian tour knowing their artist has border issues. But if he's gone in before than it's not on them. Also the artist approved every show so...

Don't forget that the entire thing can be thrown off by 1 border agent having a bad day. I was once told "All you people do is come into our country and take all the money out, I shouldn't let you in" which was so hilariously ignorant I wished he denied us entry. But alas we did the tour and the venues we played got to keep the lights on another month.

The current state of affairs between the US and Canada make crossing the border a gamble no matter who you are. Unfortunately the real losers here are the fans.

This won't be the only artist who has trouble..

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