Rear Sets

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Stattz

Discussion Starter · Dec 2, 2005

I've been looking at the racing pics on this site and got to wondering "Why do all the bikes have rear sets mounted so high?" Now, if you're a midget, need ground clearance for fast cornering, or just not tall, those high mounted rearsets might be just the thing. I'm a 6'5" animal who would prefer not to pick his nose on his knees while riding, and so needs (read "wants") something other than regular foot controls. So, what's the answer to this dilemma?

Afterthought - Is Raask's reputation for breaking deserved? When do they break? I mean, under what conditions and are they consistent about it?

If the answer is obvious to YOU, don't laugh , I really want to know.

"Not yet racing" Stattz.

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jbranson

· #4 · Dec 2, 2005

Why you need high rear sets.

And this is just the entry to the turn....it gets worse.

JohnnyB

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jbranson

· #11 · Dec 2, 2005

In that photo I think I just finished the 5th-3thrd downshift and was still finding the peg with my left foot.
At my size compromises are necessary...putting the ball of my foot on the peg can make things very cramped at times.

But thanks for the advice....on the track I'd have to slow down about 8 seconds a lap to follow you and learn something.

JohnnyB

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jbranson

· #18 · Dec 3, 2005

See...I ain't no newbie...don't need fancy shit to go fast.

And I take advice from people that are faster than me...which means about three people on this forum. And two of them have spoken up already. And neither one of them have the initials JC.

You'll note my hand is not on the brake lever...suspension is compressed due to corner speed...something you wouldn't know much about.

Believe me...a guy my size, on a bike this size...this old, ain't going to get over much farther.....yes I could get off the seat some, that would help...so far I don't need to. I don't have to try that hard to whoop ass in my class.

Here's another for you

That's not Roper Lapping me...that's me passing him for the third time coming up the hill at Frontier. Bruce took the photo cause he couldn't believe his eyes.
You fartbags don't even breath the same freakin air as me, sit down, back to your place, stop reaching up and trying to touch my boots, my skillz will just slap you back down.
Rob...Zack....I'll listen to...the rest of you....SIT THE FUCK DOWN PLEASE. STOP DREAMING YOU CAN TELL ME SOMETHING....I FUCKIN OWN YOU GUYS....ALL YOUR DREAMS ARE BELONG TO MEEEEE!!!!!
JohnnyB

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jbranson

· #24 · Dec 3, 2005

Zack...dude...don't go all Metro on me. I remember when you all about mind games baby! What happened?? Where's the man juice?
Yes you are a pretty man....but don't go overboard!!
Those college professors are stealing your balls man....don't let it happen! Eye of the Tiger baby!! Don't lose it.

Joe, thanks...I appreciate the fact that you realize I'm better than Roper will ever hope to be. And some day...when I have the fame and respect he has...I'll be able to dress as nice, and frequent the fine hair salons he does.

Only $20 a year for you guys to join my fan club.....join now while slots are still open. They are filling up fast with hot 19 year old babes that want to do me, and pro racers than want my advice!!

alskee....thanks bro...I know if the shit hits the fan you'll gut these guys like a fish.

JohnnyB

Edited by - jbranson on Dec 03 2005 2:30:35 PM

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jbranson

· #29 · Dec 4, 2005

Aaron,
I tried to grow a beard a month or so ago...didn't work out as planed...had to go...along with it went my moustache...after 25 years I don't miss it a bit.

Scott...I was scared.....scared of how freakin fast I was about to pass the guy in front of me....I think his name was Kenny Roberts.

JohnnyB

PS. You're hot with a beard...post a pic

Edited by - jbranson on Dec 04 2005 04:41:45 AM

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jbranson

· #32 · Dec 5, 2005

Hehehe...damn that Rob is quick...in mind and body

JohnnyB

Edited by - jbranson on Dec 05 2005 6:12:37 PM

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jbranson

· #38 · Dec 6, 2005

SNAP!!

JohnnyB

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