Mallory Park Trackday 27-02-09

After 6 months or so i finally managed to get back in the saddle on a No Limits track day at Mallory.

I was feeling a bit nervous for obvious reasons but also felt excited, I'd had my to BMC Racing for a few odds and sods doing and most importantly the new cdi fitting, giving better pickup and also letting the bike rev a little bit higher.

I was looking to just get back into the swing of things and get some practice in, the first session felt awkward, the bike didn't seem right but i'd put that down to not riding a bike for such a long time.

The second session felt better and i was beginning to get into it more, get earlier on the gas and later on the brakes.

And then the 3rd session, everything felt really good, i was pushing a little bit harder and feeling more relaxed and comfortable, i could feel the differences in the bike too, the bike was pulling better, especially through the esses and also it was turning quicker, thanks to the Dymags and also the lightweight rear subframe and rear disc.

I did 3 sessions then decided to call it a day, i'd had good practice and did what i wanted to do but also my shoulder was aching and i didn't want to push my luck..

Roll on the 1st March....

Almost ready

The bike is not far off ready to go and i've got my race number through off EMRA and i'll be running the the number 3 this year.

There is still a couple of jobs to finish off but they're not massive and with a trackday booked for the 27th at Mallory. It will be nearly 5 months since i rode the bike and had my accident.

Not only will i be getting used to the bike all over again but now with new lightweight wheels and other parts fitted on the bike i will have to get used to the NEW bike, hopefully quicker, improved handling and better brakes.

Lets see what happens

Si

3#

New Parts & New Look

With a new year, a new look. We've managed to get several new parts for the RVF 400 and i'm extremely confident it will improve performance and handling.

As you can probably see the biggest change is the looks. I've gone for Honda RS250 seat unit and once its painted i think it will make the bike look much better.

Also yet to be fit to the bike is a front 5 spoke Dymag acquired from Aly Bayley (www.abrmotorsport.com) as well as Braking Italia wavey discs, Carbon fibre engine casing covers, new bodywork,double bubble screen, alloy screen brace and last but not least a programmable CDI unit.

The biggest improvements should be from the Dymags, lightweight wheels and also the rear wheel is slightly wider at 5.25 inches so the 160 section tyres i use will fit the wheel better and i should be able to use all of the tyre now and improving side grip. The new CDI will up the revs to 15,000 rpm from 14,500rpm, and it will also smooth out the power curve, improve throttle response and from what i gather up horsepower by maybe 2-3bhp.

There is still work to be done and is maybe 2-3 weeks away from completion but when it's finished i cannot wait to get on board and see what the improvements have made.

I'm pretty confident now i'll have a bike that will get me at the sharp end of the action and once back to full fitness i'll be backing myself to be top 3

watch this space!!

Si

#31

Looking forward to 2009

2009 is just around the corner and i'm really excited about the forthcoming season.

I'll be joining EMRA & THUNDERSPORT GB

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My main aims are different with each club.

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With EMRA i hope to compete in all 10 rounds (5 meetings) and realistically i can finish top 3 and with the new parts i'm getting on the bike i don't see why i can't even win.

I'm certain i can crack the minute barrier around Mallory and am very confident of winning more silverware.

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As with Thundersport GB i want to try and compete in as many rounds as possible especially the Donington Park round which is scheduled to be the weekend of the British Grand Prix!!

So will hopefully get to meet some of the best riders in the world.

Also i want to gain as much television coverage as possible, Thundersport GB is shown on Motors TV and is shown world wide in numerous countries so TJE Racing may get its 15 minutes of fame.

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As a few more parts are on there way i'm chomping at the bit to get back on the bike and show mine and the bike's potential....

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Merry Christmas all and watch this space for the latest news..

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Si

31#

Here and Now

We're here now with Christmas slowly creeping up on us, i've turned 30 and i've had my shoulder operation. All i can think about is when will i be ready to go racing again. A good thing is we've managed to free up some funds to spend on the bike so in the coming month it will be coming together for what i have planned for the 09 season. More horsepower will hopefully come with the modifications that i've got planned and i do think we can lose a bit more weight off the bike.

With my shoulder feeling like its been hit with a hammer and my finger still not 100% right i just hope i can be fit for the first race i have planned which will be Mallory Park on the 1st of March. I will weather permitting do a track day the day before so i can get used to the bike and get myself dialled in again

From all at TJE Racing, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and hope to see you all in 2009!

2008 season round up

As the season is now over i've turned my attentions to getting fit and what the 2009 season will bring.

Before i turn my attentions to next year i thought i'd just reflect on the season that has just gone.

2008 brought its fair share of ups and downs, and it all started at Anglesey, where it was the first time i'd ever been to a track and not actually seen it before! So as i came out of pit lane i had to wait to try and follow someone because i didn't have a clue of the layout of the track.

I did learn a lot in ''08 though, i learnt how fast you can go in the wet and it proved to be a strong point for me, i had my best results in the wet and also my first off...

To be honest i was really pleased with this season, i won my first trophy's and even had my 2 seconds of fame on Motors tv!

I'm certain i will win more silverware in 2009 and hope to get even more tv coverage as i'm planning on competing with Thundersport GB which will be televised on Motors tv.

Si 31#

Further Injury woes

After seeing the specialist (after a 2 month wait) it looks like i'll be having another operation.

As you can see on the x-ray my shoulder isn't looking too great so i'll need an operation to re-join my collar bone and shoulder, and i've been told the surgeon will be taking a section of tendon out of my forearm and using it in my shoulder.

So when it looked like i was just getting over my finger my shoulder is going under the knife.

I'll have my arm in a sling for 6 weeks then a further 4 weeks before i can do any heavy lifting.

Hopefully i can have the operation before Christmas and then hopefully be fit for the start of the season...

here's hoping..

Si

31#

Injury Update

After a 20 minute operation and 5 pins and a plate in my finger and several stitches i'm sat here thinking when will i ever be able to get back on a bike?

I've been told a further 4-6 weeks for recovery on my finger but i'm going to the hospital again to a specialist about my shoulder.

So i may need further treatment or surgery on my shoulder.

Here's hoping it will all be sorted soon and i can get back on my bike and at least do some testing and get on the pace.