Malaysia motoGP 2007

[biking nomad]

Yo biking nomad....so wats ur plan?...1st or 2nd link.

time of departure?....mind sharing with us?

 

Bro greysnail,

 

Most likely is myself and a fren going.

Me on Fazer600 n my buddy on FZ1000.

We stay north side so planning to enter by Causeway.

Probably, leaving home at 6 am. Hope to be on highway by 7 am latest.

 

I am very keen to go but still waiting for confirmation from my friend. If the plan suits u, I wouldn't mind the company. Wil only be able to confirm abt 1st week of Oct.

 

I'm planning to buy tickets at Sepang. Going for the k1 grandstand. Package is advertised as rm50.

 

Track map:

http://www.malaysiangp.com.my/images/sic_map.gif

 

ANy suggestions which place is best to catch the action and which carpark to park?

[biking nomad]

In case anyone wants to know ticket prices:

 

Mall Area 80 RM

 

K1 grandstand 30 RM

 

B area 20 Rm

 

C2 hillstand 10 RM

 

For Mall area granstand and K1 Granstand add 20 RM for package which includes stuff like tee-shirt n cap n others.

 

http://www.malaysiangp.com.my/motorsports/motogp/tickets.htm

[redbeacon]

So dude, will there be any chance for (touchwood) package tix being sold out?

[greysnail]

Bro greysnail,

 

Most likely is myself and a fren going.

Me on Fazer600 n my buddy on FZ1000.

We stay north side so planning to enter by Causeway.

Probably, leaving home at 6 am. Hope to be on highway by 7 am latest.

 

I am very keen to go but still waiting for confirmation from my friend. If the plan suits u, I wouldn't mind the company. Wil only be able to confirm abt 1st week of Oct.

 

I'm planning to buy tickets at Sepang. Going for the k1 grandstand. Package is advertised as rm50.

 

Track map:

http://www.malaysiangp.com.my/images/sic_map.gif

 

ANy suggestions which place is best to catch the action and which carpark to park?

 

 

Ok gr8.Since the timing is at 6am on Sun,we'll meet up right after the JB custom then.that will be 1 BB,2 fazers and 1 RVF.....anione else wanna join for the last mini thingy pls drop a PM to either one of us aite.

[redbeacon]

Haiz...if only I was riding a "Whitebird", that'll be 2 yin-yangs.

 

1 BB

1 WB

 

vs

 

1 Fazer 6

1 Fazer 1

 

Okay whatever, I suck at jokes

[greysnail]

Haiz...if only I was riding a "Whitebird", that'll be 2 yin-yangs.

 

1 BB

1 WB

 

vs

 

1 Fazer 6

1 Fazer 1

 

Okay whatever, I suck at jokes

 

Ha ha ha....looks like we have 2 hondas and 2 Yammies....

[sabbaha]

Does anyone noes by public transport to get to Sepang from KL? Then back to KL after the race? Taxi, Bus or Train......

[sino74]

Does anyone noes by public transport to get to Sepang from KL? Then back to KL after the race? Taxi, Bus or Train......

 

if ur goin by public,advisable to flag a cab from KL.ask e taxi driver wats e fare

to Sepang cos my '05 trip was by cab.e taxi driver wont go by Meter Fare.

tat time it cost me RM50 to Sepang.if ur goin tis time n if e fare is RM80 or less,

can take., furthermore e MotoGp tix also increase in price.lets say 3 of u, u guys can share among three of u.dont get SLAUGHTER if e taxi driver wants to charge per head basis.

[slider]

It is not advisable to watch from the K1 stand.. Best is buy the Main Grandstand ticket @ RM80 coz almost everyone will be there and can watch the race from the last turn where we can also see almost half the circuit from there whereas the K1 stand can onli see 3 corner..

 

Guys please refer to the links below for more info on the programme at Sepang..

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=158451

[sabbaha]

if ur goin by public,advisable to flag a cab from KL.ask e taxi driver wats e fare

to Sepang cos my '05 trip was by cab.e taxi driver wont go by Meter Fare.

tat time it cost me RM50 to Sepang.if ur goin tis time n if e fare is RM80 or less,

can take., furthermore e MotoGp tix also increase in price.lets say 3 of u, u guys can share among three of u.dont get SLAUGHTER if e taxi driver wants to charge per head basis.

 

Thanks for the reply bro...$80.or lesser..wld be nice..

Wat abt a return bck to KL...any cabbies provided there?

[oreo_rr]

Thanks for the reply bro...$80.or lesser..wld be nice..

Wat abt a return bck to KL...any cabbies provided there?

 

bro

why would you wanna take a cab from KL to motogp??

so expensive..and how to get a cab back to kl?

[sabbaha]

There is bro!....Bro Sino..just infd me...

[yenyenpark]

bro, i am thinking take my own time go KL on Saturday and overnight in KL b4 heading Sepang.. any advice?

 

using my NSR150SP go though.. i will get it check before i go..

 

$$ sure i will bring enuff enuff..

[redbeacon]

bro, i am thinking take my own time go KL on Saturday and overnight in KL b4 heading Sepang.. any advice?

 

using my NSR150SP go though.. i will get it check before i go..

 

$$ sure i will bring enuff enuff..

 

I have ridden my SP to Sepang back in '05 to watch MotoGP and my bike back then functioned without too much problems.

 

Basically, it's generally good to note down n do these things:

 

Tyres & Brakes

- Get it checked. Are they worn out? Best if you can get the widest-sized ones your bike can be installed with.

 

- Inspect the tyres for any object embedded into it, such as nails, razors, pins, etc. Best if ya bring along a tyre repair kit and learn how to use it.

 

- Brakes - Are the brakepads worn? If they're worn to the wear-line (i.e. ya can't see the groove anymore), replace. Once replaced, run them in by riding and braking the day/2 days before the trip.

 

- Any difficulties in engaging the brakes? If so, have your braking systems flushed and topped up with new brake fluid. Ya front must provide ya with a good amount of braking force at 130KM/H, the rear maybe some (that's how bike braking systems are made anyways)

 

Note: Apply what the training centres taught ya about braking. Never ever jam the brakes. Apply them fairly quickly and gradually increase the braking force. It's not good to skid. If wet, distance yourself away from cars. I never use the rear brake on my SP when wet -- it had locked-up my rear wheel once when it was wet and the bike skidded.

 

Fuel system

- Any sign of petrol leakage?

 

- Petrol filter cleaned? This is the strainer-like thing which filters out dirt from the petrol before it goes into the carburetor

 

- Carburetor cleaned?

 

Lubricated systems

- 2T intake settings increased yet? If it's on the stock settings, note the settings and set it a bit higher. Sometimes, ya might feel the need to go speeds of 130...that's moderately fast for an SP on the North-South expressway. Don't wanna suffer piston seizure halfway down the road (touch wood)

 

- Chain lubed? If not, ensure you ride your SP for 5 minutes the day before to get the chain warm. Then park it for the day and lube the chain. On the day itself, bring one can of lube to lubricate, and a paint brush to brush away any accumulated dirt

 

Engine Cooling Systems

- Coolant - Has it been flushed out and topped up with fresh new coolant yet? If you don't intend to do so, your SP will still function -- basically, ya ask yourself this question: Were there times where the bike temperature gauge always linger or exceed the 3/4 mark? If so, go for a full coolant systems check

 

- Coolant leaks - Are there any? If so, ya must get it checked and rectified before ya go.

 

Electrical Systems

- Fuses - take note of the current fuses installed. Buy extras for them and bring them along just in case.

 

- Make sure your battery is strong. If you notice upon key-ignition-on, that the headlights are dim and ya always need to kick-start a lot of times, check the battery voltage readings.

Kick start once and read.

10.5 to 12.5v when engine's not running is normal.

A reading of 8 - 9v, something's wrong with battery or charging systems

Change if necessary.

 

One more thing...after a long journey, let the engine run for a few minutes when you pull into a petrol kiosk. Never switch it off red-hot.

 

Well, that's my recommendations for today. The list is actually exhaustive; ya might wanna do somemore checks or maybe ask your favourite reputable bike mech to help ya.

 

Gd luck for ya trip

[yenyenpark]

thanks redbeacon, actually might wanna join u guys go.. but i tok wanna take my time up, else up down so many hours without proper resting.. very shiong..

 

yes, my tire r consider new, anyway, i will buy the repair kit as in case..

 

my bike just sent for inspection at vicom, brake both no problem.. i very particular about braking since i pillion gf..

 

so the battery reading should get bikeshop to do for me right?

 

anyway, how many stops do you think i should take.. i do research on North South highway, read that every 50km got 1 resthouse..

[sino74]

There is bro!....Bro Sino..just infd me...

 

[redbeacon]

thanks redbeacon, actually might wanna join u guys go.. but i tok wanna take my time up, else up down so many hours without proper resting.. very shiong..

 

yes, my tire r consider new, anyway, i will buy the repair kit as in case..

 

my bike just sent for inspection at vicom, brake both no problem.. i very particular about braking since i pillion gf..

 

so the battery reading should get bikeshop to do for me right?

 

anyway, how many stops do you think i should take.. i do research on North South highway, read that every 50km got 1 resthouse..

Not sure about whether this might help but my trip planner back then had this itinerary:

 

GP Esso - 0km

• to Pagoh R&R / Petrol Stn - 141km
  
• and then to Seremban R&R / Petrol Stn - 125km
  

 

Maybe ya wanna add one more stop in beteen GP Esso and Pagoh? (i.e. Machap)

 

Everything's assuming that an SP can travel 150km before it goes reserve -- that's the worse case scenario.

[sabbaha]

I wld recommend..every stop of R&R...Just in case...

[dirtbag]

anyone knows where to get the pit walk tickets??? and also how much??? PM me is best... thks in advance..

[YahooRider]

I wld recommend..every stop of R&R...Just in case...

 

I suggest every stop too then no worry . that about 4 stop in total

[YahooRider]

I wld recommend..every stop of R&R...Just in case...

 

I suggest every stop too then no worry . that about 4 stop in total

[yenyenpark]

we got 3 riders and 1 pillion.. planning to go up in Sat morning, slowly go up, get a room, rest.. and next day MOTOGP.. so anyone following..

 

tentatively 1 NSR 150 SP and 1 KR and 1 RVF.. we will rest awhile in every 100km

[gurumachaz]

cool.........

[yenyenpark]

we got 3 riders and 1 pillion.. planning to go up in Sat morning, slowly go up, get a room, rest.. and next day MOTOGP.. so anyone following..

 

tentatively 1 NSR 150 SP and 1 KR and 1 RVF.. we will rest awhile in every 100km

 

upz... upzz.. anyone wanna go?

[Astute_Rider]

we got 3 riders and 1 pillion.. planning to go up in Sat morning, slowly go up, get a room, rest.. and next day MOTOGP.. so anyone following..

 

tentatively 1 NSR 150 SP and 1 KR and 1 RVF.. we will rest awhile in every 100km

 

if i'm not wrong, you should stop every 80km if you need to top up.

100km think you all stop in the middle of nowhere.