@@VState60 you’re really weird tbh, every single hate comment on max’s videos are from you it’s really quite embarrassing how desperate you are for attention from him lmao
I think it's a combination of things that lead to the result but you handled it very well considering all that goes through your mind right before a race. You stayed within your comfort zone and finished the event in one piece, that's a win. I wouldn't pay much attention to the haters, we all started somewhere and get better the more we do it. It was obvious that you were nervous, which is absolutely normal. Keep going bro, you got skill and balls of steel. So, the only things I would focus on based on the video are as follows: 1. Don't doubt yourself just because you fall behind. It seemed like you were trying to keep up instead of focusing on your fundamentals, analyzing your lines, speed, and breaking points. Once you have a few races under your belt, you will begin to make the small adjustments. 2. It seemed like you didn't know your bike well enough to recognize when you were getting close to its limits, so you never felt confident enough to push it. I hope an outside perspective helps, take care and best of luck on the track.
Staying withing your comfort zone and finished the event in one piece, that's a win. You are absolutely right, your own health and safety is PRIORITY. Racing is fun but breaking bones is less fun.
Ever heard the saying it’s fun to ride a slow bike as fast as it can go rather than a fast bike slow? That Kawi just has too much power! It’s fast in the straights but that only makes you have to brake that much harder to slow down before the curve! Keep riding hard brotha!!
I'm new to riding, and I just said this like half way into the vid. He can barely go into the next gear and really ring it out unless its straight because of all of them curves. I'll be with my mt07 for a really long time, I dont like fast cars/motorcycles
I do agree with this to a certain extent, but I’ve seen people ride liter bikes like 600s lol. It’s all about the rider from my experience. I think I’ve got a better example. Ride the bike, don’t let it ride you.
This guys needs a lot more experience . He holds back on every corner. Slow going in and slow going out. Keep practicing. You'll get faster. Otherwise maybe try the drag strip.
Thanks for posting this! I can understand how it would be hard to share a riding experience where you feel like a total noob, but as someone who can’t do what you’re doing it means a lot! thanks again and stay safe 🤘
@@VState60 watch out the professional is about. If you read the comment he said nothing about how safe he was as riding nor if he was riding good. Disappointing smh
the reason the h2 sucks on track is it was not derived from an actual race motorcycle like the zx 10 and zx6r or any class of sports bikes it's the hellcat of motorcycles
Doing really well.. Well done man. It has be a long time since I used to throw my Ninja around the various tracks in Aus here... ( and old zx9r, good old carb days ) A couple of quick pointers... if no one has picked it up. Once you have hit the brakes try not to hit the throttle again before the corner, and use your breaks a little harder ( IIRC, H2's have ABS... lean on the ABS and then back off a bit to get a feel for hard braking ) Your tyres will likely be the limiting factor here. Because the H2's throttle looks really snatchy, the above will help your balance on turn in. Try pick your braking point and be consistent with it. Mind you the track is a little featureless which makes this a bit more difficult. But once you find your points stick with them, and adjust ( as minimally as possible ) as your tyres ware and your fuel / weight goes down. All in all though excellent first time.. The H2 is a beast of a bike to hit the track on.
Dude, seeing you take the fast riding to the track was amazing to see. But the fact that you are starting to get a passion for racing as well? INCREDIBLE!!! The first race gets the feel for it all and is thr start to something much more stick to it, keep practicing and find a good coach and you'll be up there with the rest of them. I'm proud of you for making the decision to move the fast stuff to the track. I raced motocross my whole life so if you need to talk to anyone about race stuff hit me up on discord. The jitters never go away on that starting line, you get use to it and once the throttle drops everything turns to focusing on breathing, keeping your pace and riding your own race. Don't try to follow the guy in front of you, just keep applying pressure to them and hope they mess up leaving the window open for you.
I remember my first track day experience, had a z1000 and had been riding it a while with done seasoned riders on the road, everything changes on the track though. It seamed wrong to be getting into tunnel vision after riding with your head on a swivel on the road. Don't take long to fit in the groove though, awsome fun!
i really enjoyed my mock race, it was fun, no competition really... stayed in the back of the pack. but that feeling when 15+ bikes are going into the same corner from the start, still can't forget that feeling.
Dude I actually rared back in my recliner watching you wheelie that beast. I’m telling you man you’re a speed freak but in a good way cause I have no where near the set of balls you got. Racing the Tesla in your other video was sick. Godspeed !!
About four years ago an H2 rider got permission to run in the 1000cc class at the Ulster Grand Prix (the worlds fastest road circuit along with the TT) ,he pulled out after the three qualifying sessions as although the H2 was smoking everyone on the straights it was still 6 to 8 seconds a lap slower than the backmarkers . I don't know if they do the mile and two mile races in the US (mostly held on runways) but tuned H2s and H2Rs clean up in those races.
I feel like your main mistake is letting off the throttle completely while in a corner. I know it seems textbook to do that but I always have a bit of throttle throughout the entire corner, never let the rpm drop to nothing. It does take more control but yeah. In my opinion it just feels safer if you’re on the throttle a bit while going through the corner, 0 throttle definitely a no no.
When you can, to learn how to go fast, practice going as hard as you dare without using your brakes. That will teach you corner speed. When you can do that, start using your brakes so you can go harder on the straights and then brake hard to corner fast (as you were practicing).
Fair play max you done well for first track race Track is much different from road you would probably win these guys in a road race hope you do a few more races and get a dedicated track bike
Waving red flag means get off the track as expeditiously as possible so the down rider can get attended to. Ambulance can't get on the track until all the riders have exited. The Daytona rider seemed to be one of the only ones out there that realizes that.
dude was riding with one hand on the red flag and right foot off the peg and it was hard to keep up lol. that's pretty much my experience on the track too LOL.
That looks like Buttonwillow. It's a challenging track-and the locals ride there all the time, so it's easy to get smoked. And, there are no brake markers. Wise decision no to be the first one into the corner...when I went there for a track day a few years ago, I hung back and watched three bikes go off on the first corner. It's always best to check your ego at the door and ride your own ride.
Racing or competition in any sport is totally different than normal.....adrenaline is pumping, nerves, other riders in competition......you did great! It's not same thing as just riding around......
Very very cool.. and most importantly educational for anyone including myself who would like to hit the track.. there is such a thing as being safe and fast starts with education... nice video....
My H2 SX/SE which is moded, tuned and intercooled is a handful, especially being 550lbs. Gotta use medium power because the throttle is to twitchy in full for tight turns.
I learned you need to keep the revs up high at all times. Don't worry about blowing up the engine. They were bullet proof in the 80's and even more so now. This seems more like a canyon ride than a race. Should be hard on the gas and hard on the brakes. The bike is capable of doing more than you can give it so don't worry about exceeding its limits.
Why are you guys on track when it’s so dark? It would be better earlier or is this in a hot location? I live in Vegas and twilight in the summer would make sense
The motorbike didn’t get smoked, you did. But that does not matter, what matters is going through the race process and getting comfortable with it and with track pace etc. it was cute how you went into it thinking you might win the MotoGP title in your first race…
You really aren't surprised are you....lol. Get an R6, GSXR, Zx6 or Triumph 675r and learn to trail brake like a demon, carry more corner speed and hold better lines. Work on your vision, eyes up, as well it slows everything down. Your throttle control is not so good, your kinda ruff, smooth is fast brother. If it's your bike then richen your fuel map from off idle to 5k rpm @ 5,10,15 20% throttle openings so your smoother getting back on the throttle at the apex, when riding on the limit this is important especially if you have no TC which you won't on a 600 unless you go with a bazzaz TC FI. You don't wanna be testing that air vest when you high side. Good luck you will learn a lot at the track! Lesson one grasshopper.... it's not about the Hp....lol. My last bit of advice is don't have an ego, listen to the really fast guys that aren't crashing all the time, they will give you good info. 👍
Thanks for sharing. I'm slowing building up confidence and skill at the track on my 2004 Jixxer 750. Baby steps for me. I like the comment "Only be one the throttle or brakes" but easier said than done.
I understand bigger bikes that are faster have to brake sooner just like big fast race cars have to brake sooner to reduce their speed to the limits of the tire grip. However given this is your first race how much less of a back or more gap behind if you took a motogp rider who understands bikes to muscle memory would there be. More theoretical than critical message. Good on you for getting on the race track and your first race as you said you kept up well. Cool video. I loved the audio
It got kinda cold? Try riding in britain, when you think you've weaved enough to warm your tyre, try to pop a wheelie and as soon as the front wheel lifts your rear wheel spins as the same time! Also knew that RSV4 would dust you, I ride aprilia!
Straights are for fast bikes, curves are for fast riders, but you did pretty good 👍 keep it up
He did dog shit
Reaper 1k 😬👍
@@VState60 you’re really weird tbh, every single hate comment on max’s videos are from you it’s really quite embarrassing how desperate you are for attention from him lmao
H2 is super good in drag race... Average in cornering... Apart from skills
I think it's a combination of things that lead to the result but you handled it very well considering all that goes through your mind right before a race. You stayed within your comfort zone and finished the event in one piece, that's a win. I wouldn't pay much attention to the haters, we all started somewhere and get better the more we do it. It was obvious that you were nervous, which is absolutely normal. Keep going bro, you got skill and balls of steel. So, the only things I would focus on based on the video are as follows: 1. Don't doubt yourself just because you fall behind. It seemed like you were trying to keep up instead of focusing on your fundamentals, analyzing your lines, speed, and breaking points. Once you have a few races under your belt, you will begin to make the small adjustments. 2. It seemed like you didn't know your bike well enough to recognize when you were getting close to its limits, so you never felt confident enough to push it. I hope an outside perspective helps, take care and best of luck on the track.
Staying withing your comfort zone and finished the event in one piece, that's a win. You are absolutely right, your own health and safety is PRIORITY. Racing is fun but breaking bones is less fun.
Nailed it. Racing in my mind is first about fun and second on the competition. Race your own race
Ever heard the saying it’s fun to ride a slow bike as fast as it can go rather than a fast bike slow? That Kawi just has too much power! It’s fast in the straights but that only makes you have to brake that much harder to slow down before the curve! Keep riding hard brotha!!
I'm new to riding, and I just said this like half way into the vid. He can barely go into the next gear and really ring it out unless its straight because of all of them curves. I'll be with my mt07 for a really long time, I dont like fast cars/motorcycles
I do agree with this to a certain extent, but I’ve seen people ride liter bikes like 600s lol. It’s all about the rider from my experience. I think I’ve got a better example. Ride the bike, don’t let it ride you.
This comment hurts my brain... "It's more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow."
On the throttle or on the brakes, nothing else. Coasting unloads the front tire which causes loss of traction.
This guys needs a lot more experience . He holds back on every corner. Slow going in and slow going out. Keep practicing. You'll get faster. Otherwise maybe try the drag strip.
Your out there doing it at the track having a blast, that's all that counts
Not bad for your first race. You never lost sight of the pack!
Babahahahahahaha
I agree …. For not knowing the track he did well. The bike had more in many places but… I never saw maxy get too out of sorts…
Dude Mungus 😱👍🇦🇺
Thanks for posting this! I can understand how it would be hard to share a riding experience where you feel like a total noob, but as someone who can’t do what you’re doing it means a lot!
thanks again and stay safe 🤘
I respect that you are at the track. You are learning new things. New stills. This makes you a better rider. 👌
Great riding. Saw you getting more aggressive on each lap. That looked like a lot of fun. Stay safe.
He’s not safe and it was horrible riding.
@@VState60 watch out the professional is about. If you read the comment he said nothing about how safe he was as riding nor if he was riding good. Disappointing smh
Your cornering is really good and your speed is great, the thing keeping you away from the pack is your breaking points. You break early a lot.
Kudos for even getting on the track with experienced racers.
Doesn't look like it. Yeah they are faster but not that much. And if I see how slow Max really is than the other guys aren't much faster.
The H2 was made to go blindingly fast in a straight line. Nobody races them on track anywhere. Don't feel bad.
what do you mean?
@@zupinu2000 bro he wants to say that this ninja h2 is not a good choice for track...a lot of peoples say that...too
It's happened. James Hillier rode the fastest lap speed at Isle of Mann a couple years ago on an H2R.
@@brandonjordan2516
Peter Hickman holds the lap record around the IOM TT on a BMW S1000 RR
The H2R (race version of this) was literally made for the track lol
I found my new true passion is riding motorcycles, being in a race would be one of the top things in life I want to accomplish
Best of luck buddy
im 17 but thats where im at too, im saving all my money for a bike when i turn 18
@@realkaiser you can do it
@@RAHUL-dt5xm thank you so much bro! im determined!!!
@@realkaiser what’s your dream bike Kaiser?
U got Hella haters but this is pretty cool. Few have the balls to EVEN try to ride that beast on a track.
the reason the h2 sucks on track is it was not derived from an actual race motorcycle like the zx 10 and zx6r or any class of sports bikes it's the hellcat of motorcycles
Problem with your theory is this guy doesn't know how to ride he's always crashing he should stick to 4 wheels
Put someone who can actually ride and this bike would dominate lol
I bet it was taxing as hell on your upper body flicking that H2 land yacht from side to side! Keep it up!
That was one of your better rides.
Relax don't chase anybody.
Work on smoothness and corner speed.
Flow smooth
Doing really well..
Well done man.
It has be a long time since I used to throw my Ninja around the various tracks in Aus here... ( and old zx9r, good old carb days )
A couple of quick pointers... if no one has picked it up.
Once you have hit the brakes try not to hit the throttle again before the corner, and use your breaks a little harder ( IIRC, H2's have ABS... lean on the ABS and then back off a bit to get a feel for hard braking ) Your tyres will likely be the limiting factor here.
Because the H2's throttle looks really snatchy, the above will help your balance on turn in.
Try pick your braking point and be consistent with it. Mind you the track is a little featureless which makes this a bit more difficult. But once you find your points stick with them, and adjust ( as minimally as possible ) as your tyres ware and your fuel / weight goes down.
All in all though excellent first time.. The H2 is a beast of a bike to hit the track on.
Dude, seeing you take the fast riding to the track was amazing to see. But the fact that you are starting to get a passion for racing as well? INCREDIBLE!!! The first race gets the feel for it all and is thr start to something much more stick to it, keep practicing and find a good coach and you'll be up there with the rest of them. I'm proud of you for making the decision to move the fast stuff to the track. I raced motocross my whole life so if you need to talk to anyone about race stuff hit me up on discord. The jitters never go away on that starting line, you get use to it and once the throttle drops everything turns to focusing on breathing, keeping your pace and riding your own race. Don't try to follow the guy in front of you, just keep applying pressure to them and hope they mess up leaving the window open for you.
I remember my first track day experience, had a z1000 and had been riding it a while with done seasoned riders on the road, everything changes on the track though. It seamed wrong to be getting into tunnel vision after riding with your head on a swivel on the road. Don't take long to fit in the groove though, awsome fun!
i really enjoyed my mock race, it was fun, no competition really... stayed in the back of the pack. but that feeling when 15+ bikes are going into the same corner from the start, still can't forget that feeling.
Dude I actually rared back in my recliner watching you wheelie that beast. I’m telling you man you’re a speed freak but in a good way cause I have no where near the set of balls you got. Racing the Tesla in your other video was sick. Godspeed !!
Finally! Makes you think are fast till you hit the track and reality hits home.
YES plz bring us more content and get a track bike!!! Keep doing the races!! Would be awesome to see the improvement and it’s safer than the street!
Yoo that was me that decided to go off track while leading on lap 1 😂
Good times dude, hope to see ya out there more.
Has me wanting to do this. I bet if you lower the gearing it will be more of a missle then a rocket. Lose a little top end for extreme bottom end.
Do it! I'm stepping down from a 636 to the new R7. Trying to get my license next year, WERA and CCS to follow. Superstock LWT here I come.
@@NA-nc5dg then you’ll learn quickly to stop watching MinimumWristsacles
Except for the LOLs
See yaaaaaa! baybeeeee 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
The random clump of trees in the yonder
YEP THOSE THANGS KAUGHT MY EYE
Now your official a rider welcome to the fam non more talking smack about you from me respect brother
Dirty Birdy R6 would have SMOKED everyone, baybeeeee!
this video explains very well that it's no use having the fastest bike in the world if you don't have experience and skill, especially in curves
About four years ago an H2 rider got permission to run in the 1000cc class at the Ulster Grand Prix (the worlds fastest road circuit along with the TT) ,he pulled out after the three qualifying sessions as although the H2 was smoking everyone on the straights it was still 6 to 8 seconds a lap slower than the backmarkers . I don't know if they do the mile and two mile races in the US (mostly held on runways) but tuned H2s and H2Rs clean up in those races.
Who was the rider?
What class did he race in - sure you wernt watching a video game
stay on the gas 💪🏻
Exactly!
Looks like ur having a blast baybeee
There is no better Sounding bike at the moment on the Planet. I love the Sound and the whistle from the Charger is the Cherry on Top
I feel like your main mistake is letting off the throttle completely while in a corner. I know it seems textbook to do that but I always have a bit of throttle throughout the entire corner, never let the rpm drop to nothing. It does take more control but yeah. In my opinion it just feels safer if you’re on the throttle a bit while going through the corner, 0 throttle definitely a no no.
Good riding out there Adam! Time to get you on a dedicated track bike that you can really thrash 😈
Looks like you had a blast out there bro👊🏻🔥
Lol Maxy that’s me at the first turn passing u on the right
Dude you have the fastest bike, but you're the slowest rider. You're not hitting those apexes correctly.
Great First Race Max !! Glad to see you take your Squiddness off the Road !!! Practice , Practice !!
#Facts. But we don’t need his type on the track unless he commits & quits killing folks on the street.
Maaaaaxxxyyy duuuuuudeeeeeeeee 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥stay humble my duuuuuudeeee!!!! You got thisss
I'm so glad to see you on a track bro
Nice video. Very interesting from many points of view. The good, the bad, the progress, the linitations, the adrenaline, etc.
Very good video.
Wondered what happened to maxwrist. Glad to know the street forgave! Roll on homie!
when that first rider passes him on the right as the race begun, he knew it was real🤣
“Airbag boxers. Necessity.” 👍🏾 Lmaoo
You got some hefty balls taking a bike with that much power onto such a curvy race track.
Beautiful video bro. You could post hella of these
When you can, to learn how to go fast, practice going as hard as you dare without using your brakes. That will teach you corner speed. When you can do that, start using your brakes so you can go harder on the straights and then brake hard to corner fast (as you were practicing).
Fair play max you done well for first track race Track is much different from road you would probably win these guys in a road race hope you do a few more races and get a dedicated track bike
It's not what about what's under the hood, it's about the guy behind the wheel - Dom Toretto
Nice bud I was leaning along with you lol 🤣😂
Waving red flag means get off the track as expeditiously as possible so the down rider can get attended to. Ambulance can't get on the track until all the riders have exited. The Daytona rider seemed to be one of the only ones out there that realizes that.
Have you never seen this guys IQ at work?
@@VState60 Why do you keep watching his videos if you dont like him?
The King Of StraightLine 💪🏍️💨👑
dude was riding with one hand on the red flag and right foot off the peg and it was hard to keep up lol. that's pretty much my experience on the track too LOL.
That looks like Buttonwillow. It's a challenging track-and the locals ride there all the time, so it's easy to get smoked. And, there are no brake markers. Wise decision no to be the first one into the corner...when I went there for a track day a few years ago, I hung back and watched three bikes go off on the first corner. It's always best to check your ego at the door and ride your own ride.
Man great job! I’ve got some crazy adrenaline just watching the intro.
Racing or competition in any sport is totally different than normal.....adrenaline is pumping, nerves, other riders in competition......you did great!
It's not same thing as just riding around......
Very very cool.. and most importantly educational for anyone including myself who would like to hit the track.. there is such a thing as being safe and fast starts with education... nice video....
Just finished my first year of racing. Unreal feeling. Time for an S1K brother ;)
Congratulations. 🎉 After much seeking, you have found a racetrack. Now keep it there.
It's not always the bike that's faster. A lotta times it's the rider.
Well done Maxy takes balls to do that
thats the best bike on a straight line but not in a race
@@alfierobinson3819 no it's not H2 is too big for most tracks and handling and agility suffers
@@deanpilkington2605 that what he said.... best in a straight line..... not in a race/on track
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Thanks for posting. I love that track. I never rode it on a bike, but I still have a track record from 1999 in a Porsche.
Lots and lots and lots to learn. And lots. Get a coach…Seat time…and make it fun. 👍🏼
Big up for doing it Maxy.
Glad to see you on track this frequent
I bet the ratio is 1 front to 8 rear tires as far as replacing goes lol. Fun to watch bro!
Have never been this anxious
Very nice.i like this ninja H2.
You brought the wrong bike to the track lol. That’s the roll racer.
More track videos. I have a feeling you'll be outrunning these guys before long.
that chirping supercharger is the bomb!
The bike didn't get beat, you did. Lol
H2 on track must be a real handful compared to a normal liter bike, no?
My H2 SX/SE which is moded, tuned and intercooled is a handful, especially being 550lbs. Gotta use medium power because the throttle is to twitchy in full for tight turns.
Max learned some humility today
BEST MOTOVLOGGER
Nasty track, sometimes you can't see where the turn starts because the track blends in with the dirt all around it.
That H2 and one of the best tracks.
Awesome run. You did well.
Maxy were you doing another practice lap bc you sure weren't racing bruh..!!!
I learned you need to keep the revs up high at all times. Don't worry about blowing up the engine. They were bullet proof in the 80's and even more so now. This seems more like a canyon ride than a race. Should be hard on the gas and hard on the brakes. The bike is capable of doing more than you can give it so don't worry about exceeding its limits.
Maxy getting passed by the triumph in braking😂
Why are you guys on track when it’s so dark? It would be better earlier or is this in a hot location? I live in Vegas and twilight in the summer would make sense
Dope as riding Mate 👍
The motorbike didn’t get smoked, you did. But that does not matter, what matters is going through the race process and getting comfortable with it and with track pace etc. it was cute how you went into it thinking you might win the MotoGP title in your first race…
You really aren't surprised are you....lol. Get an R6, GSXR, Zx6 or Triumph 675r and learn to trail brake like a demon, carry more corner speed and hold better lines. Work on your vision, eyes up, as well it slows everything down. Your throttle control is not so good, your kinda ruff, smooth is fast brother. If it's your bike then richen your fuel map from off idle to 5k rpm @ 5,10,15 20% throttle openings so your smoother getting back on the throttle at the apex, when riding on the limit this is important especially if you have no TC which you won't on a 600 unless you go with a bazzaz TC FI. You don't wanna be testing that air vest when you high side. Good luck you will learn a lot at the track! Lesson one grasshopper.... it's not about the Hp....lol. My last bit of advice is don't have an ego, listen to the really fast guys that aren't crashing all the time, they will give you good info. 👍
Tank slapper and hes leaving them underwear in the trash. Lmao Steering damper is a necessity. For sure. The first upgrade I installed.
This video got me to subscribe Cheers 🥂
4:38 wait for it !!! lol.
Thanks for sharing. I'm slowing building up confidence and skill at the track on my 2004 Jixxer 750. Baby steps for me. I like the comment "Only be one the throttle or brakes" but easier said than done.
Yup you're either accelerating, braking, or coasting (coasting = losing position!)
Why did you have to put your hand up at start
you rode well man, i enjoyed it well done
That wastegate sounds like crickets in the night 🥰
I understand bigger bikes that are faster have to brake sooner just like big fast race cars have to brake sooner to reduce their speed to the limits of the tire grip. However given this is your first race how much less of a back or more gap behind if you took a motogp rider who understands bikes to muscle memory would there be. More theoretical than critical message. Good on you for getting on the race track and your first race as you said you kept up well. Cool video. I loved the audio
Keep goin Maxey, baaasbey 🤙🏾
An H2 getting smoked?! The machine is only half the equation. Maxy is not mentally prepped but his tires are warm. Maxy the novice lol
It got kinda cold? Try riding in britain, when you think you've weaved enough to warm your tyre, try to pop a wheelie and as soon as the front wheel lifts your rear wheel spins as the same time!
Also knew that RSV4 would dust you, I ride aprilia!
Best bit of racing advice I ever heard was don't use the throttle until you don't have to take it off.
Jackie Stewart said it to Captain Slow on Top Gear. Brilliant episode!