FAQ
Here you will find frequently asked questions. If you have any further questions, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
Questions about lean angle training
Can I watch a training session before I register for one?
You are welcome to come as a spectator to any training of your choice. However, if we are at a racetrack please check the respective track website for applicable rules or contact us beforehand.
Does the training take place in all weather conditions?
Yes. Even in rain and snow the winter training takes place on the indoor kart track.
Is food provided or should I bring something myself?
At all our trainings we provide drinks and snacks. At Groß Dölln you can additionally book full board, which then includes breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner.
Should I participate with my own motorcycle?
No. We provide specially modified motorcycles. If you wish, you may ride the exercises with your own motorcycle at the end at your own responsibility.
What about the drivers' briefing?
We offer at least one drivers’ briefing at every event, where we will inform you about the applicable rules, the day’s schedule, and any special considerations. Attendance at the drivers’ briefing is MANDATORY!
To ensure your safety, ours, and the safety of all other participants, it is absolutely essential to follow these rules. Failure to comply or violations of these rules reserve the right to exclude you from the event. In this case, the entry fee will not be refunded.
What level of physical fitness is required?
Average fitness is completely sufficient. You do not need to be able to run a marathon.
Will I receive any paperwork or more detailed information after registering?
After registration you will receive an email with a booking confirmation. All important information about the booked training, such as the exact schedule, will be sent to you approximately one week before the training.
Questions regarding outdoor Pitbike training
What protective clothing do I need?
Mandatory: leather suit including back protector (both one-piece and two-piece suits are acceptable). Boots and gloves that cover the suit. Knee sliders are recommended.
Questions regarding indoor Pitbike training
Does the training take place in all weather conditions?
Basically yes, rain is not a safety problem for leaning training. You will be amazed what the bike still allows even in the rain.
From what age is riding permitted?
With a completed consent form from age fourteen.
How does an event proceed?
Registration takes place immediately after admission. It is best if you already have the liability waiver completed. Then registration is quick. After registration there is the riders’ briefing and then it starts. We are available at any time for questions, tips and tricks.
Is our training also suitable for beginners?
Yes, absolutely. Beginners can also ride with us and have fun. However, the prerequisite is that you can handle a motorcycle safely and have basic skills such as changing gears and using the clutch.
The right tire choice for indoor?
Opinions differ. On our trainings we recommend the following tires: Heidenau K58 Snowtex or the IRC SN26 Snow Urban.
When and how does the group allocation take place?
Group allocation takes place at registration. We have already assigned you in advance. If a group does not fit, we will reassign groups during the event.
Which fuel must be used?
At our events you may only ride using ASPEN or HERCUTEC fuel. This requirement is primarily about the health of our team and participants, as well as your health.
Questions regarding beginner training on the race track
Are races on the racetrack mandatory?
No. Our racetrack beginner training is not aimed at racers. In the beginner group we focus on getting to know your motorcycle and yourself in order to gain safety and confidence. Whether you ride on the road or want to do fast laps on the racetrack, the required basics are always the same.
Can I participate with any motorcycle?
In principle, yes. It only needs to be in safe operating condition so that no one is endangered. Naked bikes, touring bikes, supermotos, sports bikes, superbikes and racing motorcycles regularly attend our events. Only choppers and enduros with off-road tires or permanently attached luggage boxes are not permitted.
Do I have to pay extra for the coaching?
No. The beginner training includes the following services: entry fee, pit box, light snacks and water, all other necessary bookings, and all instructor and additional services.
Do I need to modify anything on my motorcycle for this?
No. Modify would be too strong a word. Some items must be taped over, such as mirrors, headlights and indicators. If mirrors and the license plate can be easily removed, please remove them. We are happy to assist. We provide adhesive tape on site and will tell you exactly what needs to be taped during registration or technical scrutineering. We will support you before the first sessions so you can go out riding with peace of mind and enjoy yourself.
I have never or only once been on a racetrack and I am unsure. Is the training still suitable?
That is exactly what our beginner training is for. We first work with you on your existing resources so you find your personal comfortable pace, following the motto “everything is possible, nothing is mandatory”. This is done at road speed in small groups of up to five people. Afterwards, in each training turn (a continuous riding period of fifteen or twenty minutes on the track) you are shown what to change and how to do it.
Is there a technical scrutineering?
Yes, we check that the race numbers and the group sticker are correctly and clearly affixed. We assume that your motorcycle is in safe operating condition and the rider is responsible for this: everything must be secured, there must be no leaks, the brakes must work, and treaded tires must have sufficient tread depth. If you are unsure you can write or call us in advance. We will also inspect your motorcycles on site.
What about the noise level?
Some racetracks have a noise limit. With the original exhaust you usually have no problems. If you have a racing exhaust installed, you should have a proper decibel reducer with you. In Rijeka there is currently no decibel limit, but without a decibel reducer it is very loud.
What protective gear do I need?
The following protective gear is mandatory!
– Leather suit with protectors (textile is not permitted for safety reasons)
o One-piece and two-piece suits are permitted
– Motorcycle boots that cover the suit (no shoes)
– Motorcycle gloves that cover the suit
– Knee sliders (strongly recommended)
– Back protector
– Full-face helmet (no motocross helmet)
Questions about cornering training on the go-kart track
Am I insured during the training?
Participation is at your own risk. A corresponding liability waiver must be signed by each participant before the start of the course (prerequisite for participation). The insurance policies taken out for your motorcycle, such as liability insurance, partial comprehensive insurance and comprehensive insurance, apply during the training.
Is the training carried out with your own motorcycle?
Yes, you complete the training with your own motorcycle. You are also personally responsible that your motorcycle is in a technically proper working condition.
Who is the training suitable for?
The motorcycle training is aimed at all motorcyclists. Whether you are a novice, a returning rider or experienced, anyone who is motivated can improve their riding style through individual training and thus ride more safely in road traffic.
Behaviour on and next to the race track
Alcohol and drugs
There is an absolute alcohol ban (zero blood alcohol concentration). If you consume alcohol, drugs or medications that impair driving ability, you are prohibited from riding for the entire day.
Behavior at the event?
Please behave throughout the entire event in such a way that other participants are not endangered by your conduct.
What happens if someone crashes? Maybe even a friend!
Do not stop on the track under any circumstances. Life-threatening danger! There are experienced track marshals and, if necessary, a paramedic who will take care of everything.
What to do if a faster rider approaches or I catch up to a slower one?
In training and possibly also in races riders of different speeds can encounter each other. Mutual consideration and particular caution are required at all times.
Who is in charge and whose instructions must be followed?
During the entire duration of the event the instructions of Racetrck and the track official must be followed without exception.