Phillip Island Circuit

[shaunz]

i'm planning a trip to Melbourne and would be going down to Phillip Island for a day, was wondering if they offer bike and suit rental for their track.

 

maybe could go try the circuit and have some fun while i'm there

 

anyone who knows about the price for rental please advice, thanks

 

 

ok.. i found some info and its so expensive

 

Phillip Island Site

[angkuguay]

i'm planning a trip to Melbourne and would be going down to Phillip Island for a day, was wondering if they offer bike and suit rental for their track.

 

maybe could go try the circuit and have some fun while i'm there

 

anyone who knows about the price for rental please advice, thanks

 

 

ok.. i found some info and its so expensive

 

Phillip Island Site

 

Hmmm... $299 for a K7 600GSXR... for one full day, on the tracks... very worth it in my opinion...

 

To save costs, bring your gear up! Thats what I would try to do if I were you!

[ambasnakeman]

furthermore, its not ur tyres...

[stroker]

furthermore, its not ur tyres...

 

Yeah.. So they're like two years old.. Ha. LOL.

[ambasnakeman]

Yeah.. So they're like two years old.. Ha. LOL.

 

:thumb:

 

Could be man....then the dot race tyres will look like slicks...more grip!!!

[stroker]

:thumb:

 

Could be man....then the dot race tyres will look like slicks...more grip!!!

 

Ha ha. Hard Compound Slicks.

[redbeacon]

i'm planning a trip to Melbourne and would be going down to Phillip Island for a day, was wondering if they offer bike and suit rental for their track.

 

maybe could go try the circuit and have some fun while i'm there

 

anyone who knows about the price for rental please advice, thanks

 

 

ok.. i found some info and its so expensive

 

Phillip Island Site

 

 

It's going to cost you some money for Gixxer rentals. In addition to that, you have to down-pay a lot (to cover the cost of unforseen damages) -- but it's returnable.

 

And...from Melbourne (Tullamarine Int'l), if i'm not wrong, it's a half hour journey to that lil island/circuit. So need to find bus/van/rent to get there

 

Exchange rate, 1 aussie dollar = 1.28 sing

[shaunz]

It's going to cost you some money for Gixxer rentals. In addition to that, you have to down-pay a lot (to cover the cost of unforseen damages) -- but it's returnable.

 

And...from Melbourne (Tullamarine Int'l), if i'm not wrong, it's a half hour journey to that lil island/circuit. So need to find bus/van/rent to get there

 

Exchange rate, 1 aussie dollar = 1.28 sing

 

yeah. the deposit of up to 3.5k is the thing which turns me off, you never know when **** happens, but its still too much

think i'll give this a miss. too much of a hole to burn in my pocket

[maman_600rr]

they'll return us back our deposit,right?so,quite worth it.have personnel coaching,right?any1 going?

[GTboy]

they'll return us back our deposit,right?so,quite worth it.have personnel coaching,right?any1 going?

u thinking of going ah bro???

[fear4bia]

I was there in 2004, watching WSBK 2nd round...it was happening bro !

 

Rent a car frm HERTZ rental & drive up 4 hrs frm the Melbourne airport to PHillip island.....shiok !

 

The atmosphere was fantastic.......aft dat day dont feel like gog to Sepang to watch Motogp ever again....the heat was just terrible !

 

Better to sign up for their Superbike School which is scheduled every yr....3 stages from beginner to expert....u can check out at their official website

 

Try opening up the option....maybe for next yr...as u need to save at least 5K....heard a few ppl were interested too...including me !

[maman_600rr]

yeah bro msf67..

i'm very much interested in it...if we paid the deposit,then end of the day,nothing happened to the bike we rented,the money come back to us,then i dun mind taking up the offer..wat do u think?

[redbeacon]

yeah bro msf67..

i'm very much interested in it...if we paid the deposit,then end of the day,nothing happened to the bike we rented,the money come back to us,then i dun mind taking up the offer..wat do u think?

Well, Maman

If you do go, don't let the fear of falling distract you

[maman_600rr]

correct.i always have tis fear of falling...always.i think tats wat kept me from getting better and faster...perhaps...

[Throttle]

quite a few years ago, i wanted to organise for a small group to go down.

Very easy, just fly there and rent a car and drive down to PI.

can stay at B&B .

 

But no response becos most had a cost issue..

 

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[maman_600rr]

will u think of organising the trip again?i'm keen on going...but i need to know the dates available ...thanx..

[GTboy]

wow...do let me know if u guys really wanna plan for dis

[Throttle]

i gave up aggressive riding a few year ago due to family commitments.

 

so unfortunately, organising something like that also fell completely out of my "things to do" list.

 

Just call up Australian Superbike school and they can arrange everything.

[seal]

will u think of organising the trip again?i'm keen on going...but i need to know the dates available ...thanx..

 

Hi maman,

 

The calendar for Austalian SBK school course at Philip island is only up to May at this moment. I believe they should be releasing new slots anytime soon for the second half of the year.

[Specs]

Hi maman,

 

The calendar for Austalian SBK school course at Philip island is only up to May at this moment. I believe they should be releasing new slots anytime soon for the second half of the year.

 

just check the superbike school website and you can pay for it by credit card. I still have the superbike school level 1 theory papers at home, might type it out for you guys when i get home.

[Specs]

hmm the price is worth it but 3500 cash for unforseen is like scary...what if...

 

anyone knows the tyres they give and whether they tune the suspension to your weight?

 

i think the tyres they use are dunlop qualifiers.

[maman_600rr]

actually,i think the type of tires used r not so crucial..i see many times the superbike or street racing videos...they do use normal stock tires to try out latest stock bikes..also knee down..but no prob...no 'buangs' at all...maybe they do buang but didnt record the scenes...nvm,whoever is interested,can juz go n hav fun..learn as much as we can...during the learning process down there,no need to push ourself too hard like as if we having a race...tats the advice i hav for us,who are interested in going...ok,after may,i also got no probs..

Bro throttle, would like to take up the organising committee chairman for this trip?i know nuts abt tis trip n no experience,so might fail if i were to organize it...

 

or for a start,do u think we should put up a list,input our names n contact no. so as to see the response?

 

 

regards,

maman.

[seal]

just check the superbike school website and you can pay for it by credit card. I still have the superbike school level 1 theory papers at home, might type it out for you guys when i get home.

 

Hi Specs,

 

That would be mighty nice of you.

 

I presume you had attended the Level 1 before. How would you rate the returns on investment?

[Specs]

ok, the drill sheet that i have is from the California Superbike School at Eastern Creek Raceway in Sydney. It is the same school at Phillip Island so the drills and course layout are exactly the same.

 

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Basic Schedule for the day

-Report to briefing room immediately after each of your riding sessions (unless otherwise instructed).

-You MUST attend briefings and be on time for each.

-There are five briefings and five track sessions

-Get through your off-track (between sessions) drill.

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Your responsibility in today's training is:

1. Be a student. Listen to the tecnical briefings that have been prepared for you. You will be coached on these techniques by your on-track instructor.

 

2. Do the drills. When you are on-track just do the drills as laid out in the briefings. Some drills take longer to master, you may feel rough and mechanical with them at first. We'll do our very best to help you sort them out.

 

3. Let us know if you are having any difficulties. Ask if you have questions. Say something if you need more attention from your on-track coach or any of our staff. We're totally interested in your progress and we are here to help.

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ON-TRACK ETIQUETTE / RULES

 

1. You may pass anywhere on the track but no aggressive (close) passing. You must leave a minimum of 6-8 feet between yourself and any rider you pass on the track. This is strictly enforced!

 

2. No racing. You are a student today, pay attention to your own riding and improvement.

 

3. Crashing ends your day. There are exceptions to this rule. We reserve the right to determine this.

 

4. We reserve the right to park anyone

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Off track Drill

 

We want each level 1 student to get through the STEERING DRILL today. There will be an instructor posted in the area where it is set up (usually the paddock or pit lane). You can do this drill during the break between technical briefing and your riding lessons. Staff will direct you to it.

 

Note- This drill not available at some circuits due to lack of facility to do so. Also may be postponed / cancelled due to rain.

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As the day progresses, please write a brief description of your observations after each track sessions, like;

*What improvements did you notice?

*Did you have any new awareness about your riding?

*Did the exercise help you to get a better feel for controlling your machine?

*Did you notice anything which really needs some work - like a particular uncertainty, hesitation or technique you didnt fully grasp?

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DRILL 1 Throttle Control

 

The riders basic job while cornering is operating the throttle, the motorcycles most used control. Mastering the throttle brings out the best in you AND your bike.

 

The riding format for this session is limited to one gear (4th for most tracks), no brakes.

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DRILL 2 Turn Points

 

We make this one easy. Now its up to you. Every corner has a turn entry position putting you in control of the turn. By setting and marking them on the course we are spoon feeding you on this drill, just to get the idea. Choosing and using a turn point is the end result of this exercise.

 

The format for this drill is two gears (usually 3rd & 4th) no brakes. You are welcome to stay in one gear if you are making good progress towards the goal of the no-brakes riding format.

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DRILL 3 Quick Turning

 

Both safety and fun are the objects of mastering the feeling and action of steering your bike quick enough - when you need or want to.

 

The format for this session is two gears, very light braking. You may stay in one gear if you choose or continue no brakes.

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DRILL 4 Rider Input

 

Persuading your bike to cooperate with you is mostly a matter of technique, not the expensive suspension parts you buy for it. The less busy you are the better.

 

The format for this session is three gears, light braking. Or, stick with what has been working for you from the earlier formats.

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DRILL 5 TWO-step turning

 

This exercise introduces you to the LEVEL 2 visual skills and drills. The process of gathering and processing visual information in cornering begins here, a moment before you enter a corner.

 

The format for this riding session is full gears and brakes. Or, stick with what has been working for you from the earlier formats

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[Specs]

Hi Specs,

 

That would be mighty nice of you.

 

I presume you had attended the Level 1 before. How would you rate the returns on investment?

 

hmmmm, i havent done level 1 before, but a lot of mates have done it. Basically in level 1 they teach all the basics in track riding. The instructors will lead and follow you around the track during your drills and give you feedback about your progress. Its worth the investment except that if you are a regular track goer you will probably know most of the stuff they teach you in level 1 and everyone has to start from level 1 no matter how skilled you are. The good thing is there are instructors around to give you feedback and let you know what you have to improve on.

 

They will teach you the advance part in level 2 and 3.