Topic: breaking 100 mph

[Old Moe Toe]

Each is bestowed with Free Will. Choose your path. Expect not a tear or frown from me if you wrap your ass around a tree or parked car, or someone pulling out in front of you and kill yourself. Good riddance to you I say. If your own damn self-absorbed thrill-seeking butt chooses this, you deserve a dirt nap. I will simply add to your post in the Memorial Board; Got what he deserved.

Whew! I’ve heard this sentiment expressed by those who oppose motorcycle riding in general. Anybody who chooses to ride one of those deathtraps deserves what happens to them, to include dismemberment or death. You won’t see me shed a tear, they got what’s coming to them, blah blah blah. I don’t understand that way of thinking, but it sure is common.

I won’t add to the handwringing other than to say that while a 750 might have a 100 MPH engine (maybe), it doesn’t have 100 MPH brakes. If you are going to do it, pick your spot and time well.

You oughta write a book Greg.

[evinrude7]

didn't mean to open a can of worms here.  never planned on doing this while there is traffic on the road.  the idiots dodging in and out of traffic at high speeds are foolish.  like i said before i'll probably take it to a track for this goal at some point, take an advanced rider course, etc.  all great input from a great group.  thanks all. 

[ekpent]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow? For instance do you have to have a certain type of helmet like a full face that is in perfect condition without an expired date code, certain types of protective clothing/armor, gloves that type of thing.

[uksparky]

Track suit needed, back protector, boots, gloves , they dont inspect your helmet but full face recommended, also bike inspection ....no mirrors running lights, brake lights disconnected

[RandomOrbit]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow? For instance do you have to have a certain type of helmet like a full face that is in perfect condition without an expired date code, certain types of protective clothing/armor, gloves that type of thing.

Depends upon the place but a 1 piece or 2 piece motorcycle riding suit, and full face DOT helmet, gauntlet gloves, and mid calf boots is pretty much a bare minimum.

For the bike they will require the brake light disabled, headlight and other glass taped over, and here's the hard part for vintage CB folks folks: "No fluid leaks". So I'm not sure if a weeping head gasket would pass safety inspection.

[72 yellow]

Did it once in the early 70's on a freeway at night.  Right through a state police radar trap.  Managed to get off the freeway and watch him fly by looking for me.  I took side streets home.  The thought of arrest, 6 points on my record and the sight of my bike hanging from a sling and a chain wrapped the tank (No flatbed wreckers back then) kept me from doing it again.  Have been riding sane ever since.  I live close to a 6 lane highway and hear and see bike flying by all the time.  Makes me think they are an accident going some place to happen. 

[Duke McDukiedook]

Few years ago, some 20 something guy was riding his crotch rocket down the interstate,estimated over 110, 120. They found the bike approximately 100 yds. up ahead of his body...they figured he was crouching down hugging his tank and then sat up real quick to slow down, so he blew himself off the bike....
Just sayin...
I did get my 71 450 up to 95 back in the day....one time....

That’s the completely wrong assumption as to why he was no longer on the bike. 

Evinrude - DON’T ride 100mph on public roads. Simple as that. Modern or vintage bike, doesn’t matter. Roads are not designed with the horizontal or vertical sight distance to safely pilot a bike (or car) at those speeds. I get the goal, but instead of public roads, do track days, or take Advanced Rider courses and really learn how to ride a bike. Even training courses held on tracks are heaps more fun and far better learning environments than public roads.

A fall at 20mph will kill you. At a minimum, you’ll be facing ortho surgeries, recovery times, and busted bikes. At 100mph, it becomes a guaranteed terminal event. Is it really that important to say you broke the Ton on a bike to risk your life, your family’s well-being and financial security? There’s nothing worth that risk.

Actually, interstate outside of urban areas is designed for 100mph travel.

[slikwilli420]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow? For instance do you have to have a certain type of helmet like a full face that is in perfect condition without an expired date code, certain types of protective clothing/armor, gloves that type of thing.

A track day I did earlier this year only required work boots, a full face helmet, gloves, and either textile or leather gear. You could tape over or remove headlights and signals, and only the drain plug needed wiring.

Its a whole different animal when racing, but its nice that rules are less strict for those wanting to go out and play safely on a prepared surface.

[Stev-o]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow?

A track day I did earlier this year...

What track willi?

[Powderman]

 
The people that think it’s within their right to judge a motorcyclists’ speed and ability from the safety of their 4wheeled cage are the most dangerous lunatics on the road.
I’ve personally confronted one myself.  Who had the nerve to lecture me on “respect” after threatening to run me over when stopped at an intersection.  #$%*ing hypocrite.
The state of texas sentenced one of those fools to fifteen years.  The man’s famous quote “I don’t care” - he plowed a bike, rider, and passenger off the road entirely.  For what?  Passing on a straight double yellow two lane.

“This aggression will not stand, man.”

While I've seen many riders ride in a way that they were asking for trouble, I'm not going to stoop to being a vigilante to personally give them that trouble myself nor would I ignore someone in need even if it was a result of their reckless riding. I remember that nut job vigilante in Texas and always wondered what became of him.

The azzhat in Texas got 15 years in prison. I'm sure he'll get to meet a few bikers there who will welcome him into the system.
http://kxan.com/2017/04/06/texas-driver-gets-15-years-in-prison-for-swerving-car-into-motorcycle/


To the OP who thinks going that fast because "it's a nice round number" should consider these nice square numbers, 8' x 6', which is the size of the hole they dig to put you in when you screw up at that speed. There was a time in my life, for at least a month straight, I had to do 100mph at least once everyday, usually in a car. Speaking of Texas, I recently made a trip across country and hit most of Texas at night and was pleased to see large posted speed limit signs of 80mph. Most jurisdictions give you 10 over before writing a ticket. this meant I could do 90 and made some major distance that night. Dawsonville,Ga. to Indio,Calif. in 22hours, non stop except for gas.

[CycleRanger]

The azzhat in Texas got 15 years in prison. I'm sure he'll get to meet a few bikers there who will welcome him into the system.
http://kxan.com/2017/04/06/texas-driver-gets-15-years-in-prison-for-swerving-car-into-motorcycle/

That guy is a psychopath. Hopefully he'll do the whole 15.
Just watch him.

[BomberMann650]

The azzhat in Texas got 15 years in prison. I'm sure he'll get to meet a few bikers there who will welcome him into the system.
http://kxan.com/2017/04/06/texas-driver-gets-15-years-in-prison-for-swerving-car-into-motorcycle/

That guy is a psychopath. Hopefully he'll do the whole 15.
Just watch him.

I believe you mean sociopath

That man makes me want to get arrested in texas just so I can beat his ass with a broke off prison showerhead.
So angry I could moo

[CycleRanger]

The azzhat in Texas got 15 years in prison. I'm sure he'll get to meet a few bikers there who will welcome him into the system.
http://kxan.com/2017/04/06/texas-driver-gets-15-years-in-prison-for-swerving-car-into-motorcycle/

That guy is a psychopath. Hopefully he'll do the whole 15.
Just watch him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzYyD-TJJfI

I believe you mean sociopath

No I meant psychopath.
Sociopath fits within that definition.

[slikwilli420]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow?

A track day I did earlier this year...

What track willi?

Gingerman in South Haven Michigan. It was run by Sportbike Track Time.

[BomberMann650]

The azzhat in Texas got 15 years in prison. I'm sure he'll get to meet a few bikers there who will welcome him into the system.
http://kxan.com/2017/04/06/texas-driver-gets-15-years-in-prison-for-swerving-car-into-motorcycle/

That guy is a psychopath. Hopefully he'll do the whole 15.
Just watch him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzYyD-TJJfI

I believe you mean sociopath

No I meant psychopath.
Sociopath fits within that definition.

We’re both right.  Two sides of the same coin.
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/features/sociopath-psychopath-difference

Still, I hope that guy sees a real “Angel” soon.

[jlh3rd]

Few years ago, some 20 something guy was riding his crotch rocket down the interstate,estimated over 110, 120. They found the bike approximately 100 yds. up ahead of his body...they figured he was crouching down hugging his tank and then sat up real quick to slow down, so he blew himself off the bike....
Just sayin...
I did get my 71 450 up to 95 back in the day....one time....

That’s the completely wrong assumption as to why he was no longer on the bike. 

Evinrude - DON’T ride 100mph on public roads. Simple as that. Modern or vintage bike, doesn’t matter. Roads are not designed with the horizontal or vertical sight distance to safely pilot a bike (or car) at those speeds. I get the goal, but instead of public roads, do track days, or take Advanced Rider courses and really learn how to ride a bike. Even training courses held on tracks are heaps more fun and far better learning environments than public roads.

A fall at 20mph will kill you. At a minimum, you’ll be facing ortho surgeries, recovery times, and busted bikes. At 100mph, it becomes a guaranteed terminal event. Is it really that important to say you broke the Ton on a bike to risk your life, your family’s well-being and financial security? There’s nothing worth that risk.

Actually, interstate outside of urban areas is designed for 100mph travel.


Actually, it was pretty much dead center suburbia with the speed limit at 55....
I’m not judging, lecturing,pontificating or grandstanding.....just telling a story.....
.....be careful out there....

[Lostboy Steve]

Cal went above and beyond with jwilde even after we all warned him. If that doesn’t make him a great guy idk what does.


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[PeWe]

I thought that most of the bikers like acceleration, speed and the free feeling riding a bike on a nice road.

[Lostboy Steve]

I thought that most of the bikers like acceleration, speed and the free feeling riding a bike on a nice road.

Actually I enjoy that much more off road.


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[Lostboy Steve]

Anyway, you guys haven’t lived until you throw a 140yx motor on a hard tail z50 and do the ton.


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[strynboen]

have done somthing simular..a garelli katia vith a 125/ 150 MZ engine..it vas scary ..the brake drums vas gloving at night riding.(.probly also at day riding)

but it have no chance to do the ton..it only run 120 kmt

[swestleyj60]

Don't be dumb, bruh.

Although my CB550 is my first restoration, I have some experience, both on the street and on the track, particularly at VIR.  I can tell you from experience, that it's far safer to go 170mph on a racetrack, with everybody going in the same direction and no intersections, than it is to go 80mph on the street.

Go to a track day.  Rent an airstrip runway.

It is ill-advised to hit the ton on the street, when there are safer alternatives.

I've been sideways through a curve on a track at 160, with another bike 8" away and both engines screaming, and it felt safer than my daily commute sometimes does at 50mph.

Be smart.

[Stev-o]

Cal went above and beyond with jwilde...

Talked him down from 85 in second?!

[calj737]

Cal went above and beyond with jwilde...

Talked him down from 85 in second?!

LOL! I persuaded him NOT to call you  Couldn’t do that to someone I admire 

[Stev-o]

Cal went above and beyond with jwilde...

Talked him down from 85 in second?!

LOL! I persuaded him NOT to call you  Couldn’t do that to someone I admire 

Thanks Cal. Now I owe you even more BBQ & beer!!