SAFETY
Your coach tailors their coaching and feedback individually to your comfort level on the track.
Your Safety is Our Priority
Our stated goal is to make you a better, motorcyclist, ultimately resulting in you being safer wherever you ride. The emphasis throughout is on technique, not speed. We ask you to only ride at 70-80% of your total capability because speed distracts you from the lesson you are working on.
Safety Gear
In order to help you stay as safe as possible, we've detailed the minimum gear requirements for the course. Scroll down for specific gear requirements. We hope that we've covered everything for you, but if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask us in person or by email at info@tractionwerks.com
Your Bike
Because you are bringing your own bike to the track, it needs to be inspected prior to being allowed on the track. We highly recommend bringing a clean, and freshly serviced or inspected bike. Scroll down to read more on what we look for on your bike and the prep that must be done to it.
MINIMUM GEAR REQUIREMENTS
Even though the track is safer, accidents happen.
​Safety is our first priority. A closed circuit is one of the safest places to develop cornering skills, but preparation is essential. Unlike the street—where curbs, vehicles, and fixed objects can turn a mistake into a serious incident—the track removes those hazards, meaning most incidents result in a simple slide for rider and bike. For this reason, we require all riders to "dress for the slide" with proper protective gear. Your gear will be inspected during Tech Inspection.
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Full face or Modular
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FMVSS 218 (DOT), ECE 22.05, Snell 2015 or better
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No physical damage
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Must fit well, no movement
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Leather Motorcycle Gloves
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Must cover wrist and be securely fastened
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No rips or failing seams
​MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:
Two-piece textile suit that must zip together at the waist
OTHER: Two-piece leathers that zip together at the waist or one-piece leathers are even better
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Motorcycle Boots
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Must cover ankle completely
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Must be in serviceable condition
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Laces must be taped up
OTHER NOTES:
1. While not required, a CE Level 2 Back Protector is strongly recommended
2. Kevlar leggings, riding jeans and other similar gear are not suitable
3. If you have any questions, please reach out to us directly or at info@tractionwerks.com
PREPARING
YOUR BIKE
Prepping your bike for ​"Tech" is very simple. When you arrive with your clean, freshly serviced bike and a full tank of gas, you'll be directed to park in one of three pit areas.
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You'll go inside the facility to sign a waiver and then you should immediately go to your bike and get started. Do the following to get your bike ready:
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If you have side panniers, you may want to remove them.
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Remove the licence plate.
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Using painters tape, tape up your mirrors, signal lights, brake lights, headlights and speedometer.
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That's all there is to it! Hang out by your bike and wait for one of the coaches to come by and do your inspection. Have your gear with the bike ready to be inspected also.
INSPECTING YOUR BIKE
Your bike will be inspected before it can go out on the track. We'll look at the items below.
ENGINE OIL
No leaks and if you've just changed the oil, make sure you test the bike out before you get to the track.
TIRES
Very good condition with at least 60% tread left. Tires with plugs or other repairs will not be be allowed. Ensure tire pressures are correct.
CHAIN & SPROCKETS
Must be clean, lubricated, in good condition, and properly adjusted. Sprockets must be in good condition.
BRAKES & FLUID
Fluid less than 2 years old. Good firm lever and pedal pressure. No leaks. Pads with at least 50% life left.
FORKS
Your forks will be tested to ensure smooth travel and inspected for leaks.
STEERING
Full range of motion from left to right. Steering head bearing well adjusted with no notches or excessive free play. No interference from cables or hoses.
THROTTLE
Must snap closed from fully open with the steering locked to both sides.
NOISE
The track is required to monitor sound levels. Your bike cannot exceed 95 decibels while on the track.
