Author Topic: Let's go roadracing...continuing saga (Read 194020 times)

MRieck · « **Reply #225 on:** September 13, 2011, 05:19:14 AM »

Quote from: Tintop on September 13, 2011, 05:03:02 AM

Quote from: bellcow54 on September 04, 2011, 07:52:30 AM
B.Go have some fun and kick azz! Now all your hard work starting to pay.Enjoy,you deserve it! Bill

Just heard from bw re his weekend, and Bill, he did kick azz big time.

Yes....he did very well. Unfortunately he is to modest.

bwaller · « **Reply #226 on:** September 13, 2011, 06:05:30 AM »

Actually the only ass I kicked is my own, but it seemed to work.

My little race bike is pretty well sorted and is a blast to ride. I managed a couple 2nd place spots, but the most fun was I led a good portion of both races.

Most fun you can have with your leathers on.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #227 on:** September 13, 2011, 06:17:39 AM »

WOW!!!!!!

just look at the sparks coming off of that disc.

Well done young Brent, it goes much better without the day glow vest.

Sam.

fastbroshi · « **Reply #228 on:** September 13, 2011, 11:27:50 AM »

Cool pic Brent, good to hear your bike is proving reliable, especially the 6 speed.

paulages · « **Reply #229 on:** September 13, 2011, 12:38:56 PM »

Great pic Brent, and congrats on the results!

turboguzzi · « **Reply #230 on:** September 13, 2011, 11:23:31 PM »

Quote from: fastbroshi on September 13, 2011, 11:27:50 AM

Cool pic Brent, good to hear your bike is proving reliable, especially the 6 speed.

yep, constantly forgetting to tell you,

the fact that the 6-spd works so good is nothing short of amazing, well done!

Howell · « **Reply #231 on:** September 14, 2011, 11:25:08 AM »

Congrats with the results Brent and a nice pic.

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #232 on:** September 14, 2011, 05:41:34 PM »

I guess I'll have to tell you again next time!!Way to go Brent,how many 750's you beat! ::)Bet they know who you are and what the bike is also!

. You the man,I don't recall but didn't you use 500/550 head,not the 650? Mike,Brent has more work for you!Brent's Bluesmobile,when he shows up they suddenly get the "blues"!

Keep it going Brent,we're off to Commerce this weekend.1/4 mile nice track!Damn,you gotta go raise the bar!!

Bill

bwaller · « **Reply #233 on:** September 14, 2011, 06:54:44 PM »

Thanks guys, I appreciate the support.

TG mentioned the gearbox and just a little news on that. I have found that until the engine is fully up to temp it will sometimes pop into a false neutral after a downshift 4th to 3rd. Of course this is always immediately evident when there is a sudden loss of engine braking (whether or not one uses compression braking, which isn't the point) Further, twice it actually slipped into the next lower gear (after finding neutral) which becomes really exciting entering a corner......

Two things are evident. I probably try to shift too quickly but need to be more methodical and positive on the lever. Secondly, as mentioned once hot the thing is flawless and shifts precisely so ample warmup time is essential. I really like the tighter ratios compared to a stock box though.

I will check it over this winter, maybe stiffer detent springs and a different check on the drum "timing".

Bill yes it's a 550 head & stock valves although I was asked the same 650 head question last weekend.

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #234 on:** September 14, 2011, 07:32:46 PM »

Brent,back somewhere in batcave is NOS 650 head.Put Mike to work,bolt on 10+ more hp!I think Mike said he'd do it if you ran his decals...........
and send a few oz's of gold!!!

I'm sure we could trade something! Apples for life.

So pleased your tranny and bike and you all doing well.
Keep us posted.Bill

Tintop · « **Reply #235 on:** September 15, 2011, 04:34:12 AM »

I'm sure bw will correct me if I'm wrong Bill. My understanding is using a 650 head would move the bike up into the next class (VRRA's P3). GPZ550's would be the main competition then.

akinz · « **Reply #236 on:** September 18, 2011, 06:57:08 AM »

Hey Brent,

TinTop was nice enough to show me the way to the build thread here since I posted some pics of your bike on the inspiration thread.

I went to my first VRRA event as a spectator to the North Bay track.

First of all when I first saw your bike, not knowing about the internals, I couldn't believe what I was seeing. What a piece of art! I can't wait until I get my road worthy cb550 going and get crackin on my 550 race bike. I was talking to Ken Foley which I believe races with you and commented how damn fast your bike was.

You've done a masterful job, and thanks for posting this thread.
I thought I'd put up a pic I snapped. Wish I would've brought the better camera but here it is anyhow.

Kyle

TimV840 · « **Reply #237 on:** September 18, 2011, 07:49:53 AM »

Brent is already beating up on those pesky GPZ550s! I think he'll be finishing 2nd or 3rd overall in that class. Congrats to you sir!

TimV

Quote from: Tintop on September 15, 2011, 04:34:12 AM

I'm sure bw will correct me if I'm wrong Bill. My understanding is using a 650 head would move the bike up into the next class (VRRA's P3). GPZ550's would be the main competition then.

Tintop · « **Reply #238 on:** September 18, 2011, 10:47:54 AM »

Quote from: 4hundred4racer on September 18, 2011, 07:49:53 AM

Brent is already beating up on those pesky GPZ550s! I think he'll be finishing 2nd or 3rd overall in that class. Congrats to you sir!

TimV

Quote from: Tintop on September 15, 2011, 04:34:12 AM
I'm sure bw will correct me if I'm wrong Bill. My understanding is using a 650 head would move the bike up into the next class (VRRA's P3). GPZ550's would be the main competition then.

yeah I realized that after I made the post. That's got to get a few of them thinking about engine rebuilds.

bwaller · « **Reply #239 on:** September 18, 2011, 03:28:18 PM »

Hey guys...don't stir the pot.

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #240 on:** September 18, 2011, 04:10:02 PM »

Us? Stir the pot? ;)No way we only help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!LOL

,Bill

bwaller · « **Reply #241 on:** September 18, 2011, 05:00:16 PM »

I just don't want anyone poking a stick at the GPZ hornets nest, it's going very well just the way it is!

Tintop · « **Reply #242 on:** September 18, 2011, 05:18:28 PM »

Quote from: bwaller on September 18, 2011, 05:00:16 PM

I just don't want anyone poking a stick at the GPZ hornets nest, it's going very well just the way it is!

I kind of think the cats out of the bag after Quebec.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #243 on:** September 19, 2011, 02:16:09 AM »

Tintop · « **Reply #244 on:** October 13, 2011, 06:10:48 AM »

So Mr. Modest hasn't posted his season ending result(s), so I'll help him out, along with a big congrats.

The final standings have bw finishing 2nd in P2, and with only 3 of 4 races counted another 2nd in P3. Guess those GPZ's know who to look out for next season. Well done Brent.

MRieck · « **Reply #245 on:** October 13, 2011, 06:56:39 AM »

Well done indeed.

I'd say Brent brushed off the rust quickly.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #246 on:** October 13, 2011, 07:30:05 AM »

Quote from: MRieck on October 13, 2011, 06:56:39 AM

Well done indeed. I'd say Brent brushed off the rust quickly.

I don't think any rust had time to settle Mike.

I had the pleasure of meeting Brent and Debbie a few years back. Just talking to them and looking at their bikes was enough to convince me that whatever they put their minds to would be a success.
The new race bike is testament to Brents skill as a builder and the results and the speed that they came at are testament to Brents riding ability despite a good lay off.
Good luck Waller's and wishing you both a super season next year.

Sam.

FunJimmy · « **Reply #247 on:** October 13, 2011, 11:29:48 AM »

Congratulation on an outstanding race season Brent.
We’re all proud of your efforts and successes.

Cheers
FJ

TimV840 · « **Reply #248 on:** October 13, 2011, 06:47:54 PM »

Brent is even in the current issue of http://www.insidemotorcycles.com/(Page 50 NEVER TOO LATE
Quebec racer back in the saddle after 35-year hiatus). I cant find it online, but in the same issue, there's an article on the CR750s, built by M3 Racing .

You can find it here: http://www.insidemotorcycles.com/images/Features/1406/Page%2044-45%20-%20Win%20On%20Sunday%20Sell%20On%20Monday.pdf

I'm bringing my issue to our AGM/Banquet next month to the superstar's autograph.

turboguzzi · « **Reply #249 on:** October 14, 2011, 07:26:12 AM »

Guess brent is blushing with all this attention,

it is really impressive for a first season out, we all know how hard is to bring a new race bike into the sweet spot, keep it in one piece and of course ride the wheels off the thing

so sorry B, but you deserve this!

TG

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