So Wrong, But So Cool...
11-29-22, 07:57 AM
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So Wrong, But So Cool...
Stumbled on this this morning. I can't condone riding like this in this kind of traffic, but it sure is thrilling to watch.
12-08-22, 08:58 PM
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holy mother of God
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12-08-22, 11:03 PM
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Guess the Camera Car was Protecting his rear
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Way beyond my skill level, but it doesn't seem any more dangerous than racing at those speeds.
Although that last pass seemed unnecessarily tight.
Although that last pass seemed unnecessarily tight.
12-09-22, 01:23 AM
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And yeah the WSBK road race someone posted a couple of days ago is way more. Can't find it right this second
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That youtuber has lots of decending videos and every one I've seen is hairy.
12-12-22, 05:52 AM
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If he ever bites it while filming, he won't have to worry about road rash because his chase car will finish him off.
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12-19-22, 11:06 AM
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I assume the camera person was also on a bike, judging from the sounds.
I don't fault them for taking the lane. At that speed, it's appropriate, but if I knew I was about to do it, I might use a large array of tail lights.
I saw the speed peaked at 57 mph (91 km/h). I have never gone that fast on a bike. They were too comfortable getting close to cars.
I don't fault them for taking the lane. At that speed, it's appropriate, but if I knew I was about to do it, I might use a large array of tail lights.
I saw the speed peaked at 57 mph (91 km/h). I have never gone that fast on a bike. They were too comfortable getting close to cars.
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12-20-22, 05:13 AM
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What's "so wrong" about it? The tight passes? I don't know, at those speeds you've got to be able to move quickly to stay safe. That includes taking the best lines and getting around obstacles (other vehicles) to ensure your own safety. I've never gone that fast but if I was going that fast, I don't think pulling the brakes would even be an option. One false move on the brakes could have big consequences so I think one should just ride it out and try to get through it as quickly and safely as possible.
