How to build your own track bike - Revision history

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	So, you think you may be spending lots of time at the track, either doing track days or racing. It only makes sense to have a dedicated track bike, if only so you don't have to worry about crashing your daily ride. Here's a general list of things you will need. Keep in mind that all tracks have slightly different requirements. Also, if you're going to be racing, you'll have to follow the guidelines published by the sanctioning body for your event(s). So, read up. This will get you started.		So, you think you may be spending lots of time at the track, either doing track days or racing. It only makes sense to have a dedicated track bike, if only so you don't have to worry about crashing your daily ride. Here's a general list of things you will need. Keep in mind that all tracks have slightly different requirements. Also, if you're going to be racing, you'll have to follow the guidelines published by the sanctioning body for your event(s). So, read up. This will get you started.

			See also: [[Reducing weight on a track bike]]

	===The Bike===		===The Bike===

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	*[[I'd like to know more about clipons\|Woodcraft Lowered Risers]]		*[[I'd like to know more about clipons\|Woodcraft Lowered Risers]]

	*Woodcraft Rearsets (optional)		*[[Woodcraft rearsets shifter adjustability fix\|Woodcraft Rearsets]] (optional)

	*EBC HH or other quality [[What replacement pads should I consider?\|front brake pads]]		*EBC HH or other quality [[What replacement pads should I consider?\|front brake pads]]

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	*Quality rear stand		*Quality rear stand

	[[Stainless steel brake lines upgrade.\|SS brake lines]] (buy) (optional )		[[Stainless steel brake lines upgrade\|SS brake lines]] (buy) (optional )

	*[[I'd like to know more about clipons\|Woodcraft Lowered Risers]]		*[[I'd like to know more about clipons\|Woodcraft Lowered Risers]]

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	*[[I'd like to know more about clipons.\|Woodcraft Lowered Risers]]		*[[I'd like to know more about clipons\|Woodcraft Lowered Risers]]

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	*[[How do I raise the front fender to fit a 110-width tire?\|Modify front fender]]		*[[How do I raise the front fender to fit a 110-width tire?\|Modify front fender]]

	*[[How do I service the cooling system?\|Change out antifreeze]] to "water wetter" and water mix		*[[How do I service the cooling system?\|Change out antifreeze]] to "water wetter" and water mix

	===Remove===		===Remove===

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	'''NOTE''': Be aware that plenty of EX250 race bikes are sold each year, usually from October through March. You will likely get a better, cheaper, completely set up bike buying one of these than doing all this on your own. But then, what fun would that be?		'''NOTE''': Be aware that plenty of EX250 race bikes are sold each year, usually from October through March. You will likely get a better, cheaper, completely set up bike buying one of these than doing all this on your own. But then, what fun would that be?

			'''For another look:''' Here's a site that recommends [http://www.rcramer.com/bikes/ex250/index.shtml parts and mods] for a race bike. Good links, too.

Bokonon at 17:34, 24 June 2007

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Bokonon at 17:26, 24 June 2007

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[[Category:Bodywork & Frame]]
===Introduction===

So, you think you may be spending lots of time at the track, either doing track days or racing. It only makes sense to have a dedicated track bike, if only so you don't have to worry about crashing your daily ride. Here's a general list of things you will need. Keep in mind that all tracks have slightly different requirements. Also, if you're going to be racing, you'll have to follow the guidelines published by the sanctioning body for your event(s). So, read up. This will get you started.

===The Bike===

'''(Looks don't matter; function does)'''

*Low mileage w/ good-running engine

*Ugly OK

*Busted-up fairings OK

*Dented exhaust OK

*Broken bars OK

*Broken turn signals and mirrors OK

*Thrashed seat OK (should be repairable)

*Dents in tank OK

*Scratched paint OK

*Broken headlight OK

*Crashed is fine, but not crashed "hard"

*Wheels perfect or nearly so

*Frame / Forks not bent

===To Do List===

*Quality rear stand

*[[Stainless steel brake lines upgrade.|SS brake lines]] (buy) (optional *)

*[[I'd like to know more about clipons.|Woodcraft Lowered Risers]]
*Woodcraft Rearsets (optional)

*EBC HH or other quality [[What replacement pads should I consider?|front brake pads]]

*Have head ported (optional *)

*Drill oil filter and drain plug bolts & safety wire

*[[Engine Oil|Oil and filter change]] (quality stuff)

*[[How do I work on the carbs?|Clean or rebuild carbs]]

*[[Exhaust|Ugly aftermarket exhaust]] (optional *)

*Spend $ on dyno to verify jetting

*[[Suspension|Quality rear shock]]

*[[Suspension|Redo forks]] to race spec

*[[What tire makes are available that fit the 250?|Install quality tires]] (Dunlop GT501)

*Verify [[How do I adjust chain/rear wheel alignment?|wheel alignment]] and runout

*[[How do I measure chain slack?|Proper chain tension]] and worthiness

*Learn how to work with fiberglass and

*[[Body plastics repair guide|repair fairings]] as needed (cosmetics no biggie)

*Buy/make bellypan (optional *)

*[[How do I raise the front fender to fit a 110-width tire?|Modify front fender]]

*[[How do I service the cooling system?|Change out antifreeze]] to "water wetter" and water mix

===Remove===

*Headlight assembly

*Turn signals

*Mirrors

*Chain guard (optional *)

*Rear fender assembly

*Smog system if installed

*Rear brake light assembly (optional *)

*Speedometer cable (optional *)

*Side and center stands

===Inspect and Repair/Replace/Adjust as needed===

*Steering head bearings

*[[Replacing the wheel bearings|Wheel bearings]]

*[[Final Drive|Chain & sprockets]] (stock gearing is fine)

*Front fender

*Radiator

*Handlebars and grips

*Control pods

*All cables

*[[Waterproofing your electrical connections|All electrical connections]]

*Axles and hardware (washers, spacers and nuts)

*Rear brake [[Brakes|pads and fluid]]

*[[Suspension|Fork oil and dust seals]]

*Chain tensioners

*All nuts, screws and bolts

===Minimal Bike Spares list===

*Front brake and clutch levers

*Footpeg and bracket assemblies (optional *)

*Spare handlebars (optional *)

*Clutch and throttle cables (optional *)

*One set spare spark plugs

*Oil and filter

*Electrical tape and 6 ft. of 12 gauge insulated wire

*Duct tape (of course!)

(optional *) items aren't really required, fractionally enhance bike performance, are too expensive, time consuming, or are not absolutely required for track days.

'''NOTE''': Be aware that plenty of EX250 race bikes are sold each year, usually from October through March. You will likely get a better, cheaper, completely set up bike buying one of these than doing all this on your own. But then, what fun would that be?