Author Topic: CylecX WINS today at Elkhart Lake...Sunday update...unbelievable (Read 59629 times)

Big Bob · « **Reply #250 on:** September 30, 2012, 05:36:06 am »

Racing is from 8-11am, two hour lunch break for spectator laps and air show from 11am-1pm, and then racing resumes 1pm-5pm. There will be a rough schedule of races coming out in the next week.

Due to racing's unpredictable nature there is no way to know EXACTLY when a race will get the green flag. Crashes, breakdowns, weather, all sorts of things can make it hell to run one of these events.

BrewGuyTim · « **Reply #251 on:** October 13, 2012, 08:42:38 am »

Spoke with Ken yesterday morning just after they had finished with their couple of practice runs.

Ken's response to how the bike was running, "Well, it hasn't blown up yet"...

There was more to the discussion, but that was the the best line.

All the big boys are there. Even the Kawi 1000 that Kevin was able to beat at Road America. Apparently it's gotten a tune-up. I don't think he was terribly happy about getting blown away by us last time out. But Kevin feels that they still have bike on him.

I'll post when I know something. I have a feeling some of you will know before I do.

If you get results, post'em up!

Thanks!

Cqyqte · « **Reply #252 on:** October 13, 2012, 02:36:21 pm »

First lap last corner of Saturday's afternoon race Kevin went down, I couldn't tell why. I have ashot milliseconds before the front wheel broke loose. I will post them up when I get home. Decided to stay away from the Pit after that, as I suspect they don't need to talk about it.

BrewGuyTim · « **Reply #253 on:** October 13, 2012, 05:42:08 pm »

Wow.

Thanks for the update!

MRieck · « **Reply #254 on:** October 13, 2012, 06:56:31 pm »

recycler · « **Reply #255 on:** October 13, 2012, 07:30:23 pm »

Bummer. Hope he and the bike are ok.

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #256 on:** October 13, 2012, 08:28:09 pm »

Yeh,someone update us ASAP! Thanks,Bill

BrewGuyTim · « **Reply #257 on:** October 13, 2012, 11:42:56 pm »

From talking to Bill (who also works at the shop), Ken and Todd packed up everything and headed out afterwards.

Tough way to end the season...

Roach Carver · « **Reply #258 on:** October 14, 2012, 04:34:26 am »

I didnt see that particular wreck. But I did see him come around one lap. What i did see in the corner I was in was a rider in the same race go down in a little cloud of speedy dry from the race before. Its a stretch but something to consider.

Cqyqte · « **Reply #259 on:** October 15, 2012, 06:31:43 pm »

Sorry for the delay I had to drive 1602 kms to get to my computer...

Milliseconds later he was down and across onto the grass and gravel

Stev-o · « **Reply #260 on:** October 15, 2012, 06:35:40 pm »

So what's the story? Hope he's ok.

FuZZie · « **Reply #261 on:** October 15, 2012, 06:41:19 pm »

You can see him up and about so that's a good sign... but I'd also still like to know for sure!

Old Scrambler · « **Reply #262 on:** October 15, 2012, 06:43:02 pm »

Look closely at the last pic of Kevin in the corner.......the front wheel is turned in and the bike is ready to toss him

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #263 on:** October 15, 2012, 06:51:53 pm »

hmmm...it would be understandable that Kevin was distracted by the giant spider over there in the parking lot

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #264 on:** October 15, 2012, 07:34:46 pm »

You can see it doesn't look good in the last 2 pics before he went down.Damn,those guys put a lot into getting there!

Oh well looks like Kev was moving ok. I'm sure he'll report when he gets a chance! Bill

Cqyqte · « **Reply #265 on:** October 16, 2012, 04:04:16 am »

I spoke to Kevin and his crew Sunday morning, he was fine. Track official reported that oil had been dropped on the track previously by a bike that had slipped through inspection, as four other riders had gone down during that race, which raised concerns and they found the culprit. Doesn't do much for those that fell as a result.

turboguzzi · « **Reply #266 on:** October 16, 2012, 05:12:17 am »

falling on someone's else oil suqqs big time.....

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #267 on:** October 16, 2012, 02:23:03 pm »

TG,yes it does,had a bike drop it's oil filter rt in ft of me on b/straight @ L'il Talledega! Not Fun,stayed up by luck more than anything!

Now on another note,talked with Ken today to get proper update.Kev's ok,bikes fine except usual crash damage,bars,levers,etc.nothing major on bike or rider!

however championship now moot point.

However,theres some GREAT news for someone wanting a CHAMPIONSHIP next year!!!

THE BIKE IS FOR SALE!!!!!!!!Contact Ken @ CycleX.1-715-356-7346. This bike is a proven performer with some REALLY nice pieces!

(Ken only planned on running this year)
Ken's gonna concentrate on drag bike now!!

So,we kept talking,looks like him and Todd are coming to Valdosta,taking our last room!!

Drag bike won't be ready for this,but come spring!!!

We also talked about some pieces for Calendar Girl

will post later down the road!!

See y'all in Valdosta.Ken did say they had 'em covered!!!!!

Roach Carver · « **Reply #268 on:** October 16, 2012, 02:27:43 pm »

Is there anywhere we can read about the specs on this bike? I know it was an evolution to get where it is. Sorry to hear they are selling it, I think this it was a great way for them to get exposure in the racing community as well as here.

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #269 on:** October 16, 2012, 02:36:02 pm »

I'll call Kenny tomorrow and see what we can find out.I know the Honda RSC/Yosh tranny CR was undercut and coated! The trans with those mods probably worth @ $1500.00 alone.The head is definitely a one off pc. Rods ,crank,not sure,but I know Ken likes coatings!!!

We'll see what we come up with!

Bill

FuZZie · « **Reply #270 on:** October 16, 2012, 06:52:35 pm »

That sucks guys, I really wanted to see the CycleX team win.

Stev-o · « **Reply #271 on:** October 16, 2012, 06:54:05 pm »

Can't imagine the value of that bike?

Bill/BentON Racing · « **Reply #272 on:** October 18, 2012, 01:45:56 pm »

Ken called today.He's gathering specs!! Lot's in that bike!!!

Still coming to Valdosta.

I'll post as soon as I know more.Bill

RAFster122s · « **Reply #273 on:** October 18, 2012, 08:17:43 pm »

That is very dissapointing, I wish they would have campaigned the bike two years. The potential changes (like a pebble in a quiet pool of water) and the effects and affects this bike could have had on the class would have been interesting to see.
Would have been very interesting to see things turn out differently and them race at Daytona.
Sorry to hear the ride is over.

754 · « **Reply #274 on:** October 18, 2012, 08:44:26 pm »

Maybe the new owner will race it with good results..

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