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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]] | |||
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*Quality rear stand | *Quality rear stand | ||
*[[Stainless steel brake lines upgrade | *[[Stainless steel brake lines upgrade|SS brake lines]] (buy) (optional *) | ||
*[[I'd like to know more about clipons | *[[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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*[[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 | ||
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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. | |||