08-28-2007
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Powerbike
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posts: 334
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It is actually pretty amazing what a difference aerodynamics make at the track. I think it plays an even larger role when dealing with something as light as a motorcycle. But the question would be: does the weight saved from fairings balance out the lack of wind protection? Obviously, speculation is rampant, but the only way to truly know would be through the scientific method.
I would disagree with you, Rustbucket, on your thinking the bike isn't the "best" drag bike  Contrary to popular belief, bracket racing isn't all about power/speed, but reaction time and consistency. I've seen people in cars running 17.00 second 1/4 mile times who end up the last man standing, taking home the prize money. This isn't to say that running 17 seconds is at all fun! Now there comes a point where more speed is craved, and then I would agree that a 600cc would need some major modifications to get up to the max power a liter engine can put out. The TT600 is a quick and predictable machine, which will pay off on the line. Also, the higher RPM range will help out.
Loun, it's good to hear someone has run their bike on the strip. And if one puts things into perspective, hitting low-12's in a car is not the easiest thing to do (excluding any sort of off the shelf speed such as nitrous.) The other thing is that 12.2 seconds on a bike is a heck of a lot faster (feeling) than in a car!
Unfortunately, I don't have any passenger pegs; else, they'd be yours.
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