RC51 at Laguna Seca

[@rextvh]

I used to run my 2004 RC51 on the track over in Hawaii before they closed it, and my front wheel would never come up when I'd pull hard out of a turn, even the one right before the straight away where most people's wheels got up. Man, I'm fighting to get mine back. The VA illegally towed it from me, I got the charges dismissed, but the towing company refused to give it back without me paying, and the cops wouldn't come make them give it back, since they get kickbacks from them. There's gotta be a way to force that fucking company to give it back, as they are blatantly breaking the law by failing to return the bike to the rightful owner, storage of stolen property, bike theft, extortion for forcing me to pay when CA law says if there's a dismissal or aquittal the owner owes no towing or storage fees. I have a carbon fiber/magnesium dymag on the rear wheel, sato racing banzai carbon fiber exhaust, PC3 which had been dyno'd, and several other parts I paid a lot for. I should just find out where it's being hidden, use my key to take it back, but I'd need help. I just had to say this in a group of RC51 lovers. That bike is my baby, and we've been through a lot together since I got her brand new out of the box in 2004. Anyone with any ideas would be greatly appreciated! If the channel reads this, can you pin this comment please? Thank you much!

[@jetstream01]

Man that really sucks! First of all I didn't even know they had a track in Hawaii. Sounds like an awesome place to ride. Sounds like you need a lawyer to me to get your baby back!

[@rextvh]

@@jetstream01 I've tried talking to several and it's not a run of the mill case, so I end up having to explain the law to them and haven't found good help. I asked you to pin my comment in hopes someone might read it, who can help or knows someone. Thank you much for pinning it!

[@rextvh]

@@jetstream01 Most so called motorcycle attorneys mostly just do cases involving a rider being in an accident that is not their fault. I actually have been hit and run twice in the last two months, unfortunately not the only two times it's happened. I got lucky on the second one though. I managed to keep the bike up after a girl driving a pickup decided to change lanes without looking or signaling and I was right next to her. She knocked me over two lanes but I regained control in between two cars during heavy traffic in LA. I waited for her to pull up next to me, and rather than ask if I was ok, she yelled at me because her side mirror broke, and of course didn't pull over. Unreal how some people can be.

[@rextvh]

@@jetstream01 You should check out this video, if you haven't seen it already. He gets his RC51 up to 184 mph, and not it's not km/h, because his display is in km/h and it reads as high as 296 km/h. I'd really like to know what he did to his RC! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3WckoN6p55slZo

[@jetstream01]

@@rextvh if it's not verified by a GPS speedo it's probably not accurate though right? Tire circumference can make a big difference in what the speedo shows.

[@HeroRR]

You are an awesome rider! Wicked cool bike too, I love the RC51!

[@jetstream01]

Thanks! Hate having to hold back at Laguna due to sound restrictions but it was still awesome. Such a fun bike.

[@ihateeverything3972]

Ayyy it's HeroRR. Almost bought a VTR1000 for a great deal. Just barely missed out 😡 Now I'm on a KTM RC8R, so I'm still enjoying the V-2 racer category. It's become a favorite and I'm a Honda fan boy so I can't wait to get an RC51 one day.

[@MoreMoto262]

Double draft pass on the straight away...cool video, RC51 best bike ever!!!

[@gp3yt]

BuuUUUWuuUUUUp....BwuUUUPPP....love that RC51 TORQUE...and the Cam Gear Drive whine!! Sweet bike...great setup...LEGENDARY track...and friends, doesn't get any better than that! Really appreciate your patience and restraint in how you set yourself up through the corners....nice situational awareness and linear throttle transitions too - after that charge @4:00-4:15 you were on fire...knee and elbow down!! Awesome video, thanks for sharing!

[@jetstream01]

Thanks man! I usually take it pretty easy on passing unless I'm practicing in an actual race group. And that's about the most accurate description of the RC51 sound I've seen haha!

[@croozin2]

Great helmet-cam shots and great riding, dude. Sounded like braking was coming later and shift points a little higher as you got more comfortable with each lap. The old girl sounds great and gave those liter bikes all they wanted! Love the RC51.

[@keepthezen4256]

RC51 at Laguna. Thank you for this.

[@LuckyYogi]

awesome clip. rc 51's sigh. such an amazing bike

[@johnpirie3800]

Gotta love the corkscrew!!! Lovely bike and really good riding. Nice one boss!! RC51 is one hell of a bike!!!

[@KeithB2718]

Great ride Bro, and congrats from one RC51 owner to another!

[@patryk996]

I love the pass on the outside 3rd lap in -right after the corkscrew. Hahaha! ^_^

[@jetstream01]

Heck yeah that was my favorite corner on the whole track! I got my elbow down through there.

[@bstunt]

haha, I'm here on the comment section and wanted to see if anyone else would comment on that pass! I literally was going "OOOOOHHH OUTSIDE PASS???!! SHEEEEEESHH!"

[@TheWorst-]

I`ve watched this video so many times.

[@jetstream01]

Hooch Glad you enjoy it! Going back to Buttonwillow in October so I'll be sure to post up that video as well.

[@fladnacke]

I took mine to my first track day ever (been racing smaller bikes- this the first on proper metal!) this year, she's 100% original except sound enhancement- gotta say I loved it plentifull- little bit on the heavy side, flicking through turns on a rather small circuit is not what she's made for- but HELL what a good ride she was, flawless, stable, quick, gentle, and millions of other things.....she will be a keeper for ever!!

[@jetstream01]

sounds like you really enjoyed the experience! I always tell people the same thing-the RC51 isn't the fastest, best handling, or lightest bike you can buy, but it's definitely a BLAST to ride. The sound... the grunt off the corners. It's hard to beat! So where's your video??

[@fladnacke]

+jetstream01 solly, no vid....but if lord is on my side there will fucking be vids from that later (winter in cold sweden now...)- yepp!- i had a blast!!. the thing with her that i love is just the GRUNT- she's has torque like a train and shortshifting is sooo awesome on the twisty roads around here- just floating on that tremendeuos wave and then when it stretches out- just twisting the throttle and howl away- insane piece off bike- to summ it up- TIGHT!

[@jetstream01]

+fladnacke awesome look forward to the videos in the future then! I too love the great power band on this bike. It pulls SO hard in 3rd gear. Do you have a power commander on yours? I put a PC3 on mine but the only thing it really did was smooth out the throttle response. I'm using a map from the Internet but I need to get a custom one made.

[@jondog9]

Great vid, great lines, loved the occasional wheelie! I can use this to study Leguna Seca, I WILL go one day on my piggy too. Great video, thanks.

[@jetstream01]

John thanks! And yeah this bike love to wheelie, it's a lot of fun. I'm planning on another Thunderhill (NorCal track) track day in March, but I'd love to do Laguna again with you. Let me know if you ever go!

[@RedRideRVT1R]

when and where do RC51 riders meet?

[@marmoot]

Beautiful! Makes me really missing my RC51 :( which I unintentionally destroyed.... Yes yes, those slicks are good, aren't they.

[@KestrelYI]

Wonderful soundtrack to have playing in the background while I work ;) Thanks for the corona relief!

[@jetstream01]

Haha glad to be of assistance!

[@moneymikegsr]

thanks for the video. i am about to get me a 2004 RC51 soon.

[@jetstream01]

You're gonna love it! can't wait to see the videos. Thats gotta be the Nicky Hayden paint scheme right?

[@moneymikegsr]

+jetstream01 yes sir i was originally going to get the CBR1000RR then I found this Nicky Hayden edition Can't wait.

[@jetstream01]

+michael Lawrence Sweet, I love that paint scheme. Mine is a black 2005. The CBR would definitely be faster but the RC is gonna be a LOT more fun! And sound better too.

[@fireblade1k952]

Nice lines, I can’t wait to track mine!

[@0fVolfAndMan]

Finally! Someone using the rc51 the way God intended!

[@alangifford5866]

Fuck yes, dude! Awesome ride, love seeing you get settled into the groove, getting that upper body down down down, like it should be. There are so many videos out there of guys riding like crap, this is a seriously refreshing 180 on that trend. Keep it up, homie, thanks for the great vid!

[@jetstream01]

+Alan Gifford Thanks man!

[@lewiscollins1045]

The best bike i have ever ridden, had 2 still got one.

[@ScubaMoto]

Hot bike, hot skills! Thanks for the great video.

[@beamer1974]

I love the short shift, off the throttle through the sound check spot up the hill 👍😉

[@jetstream01]

Shhhh don't tell the sound booth people

[@beamer1974]

We all do it. 👍🤫

[@smoke05s]

Oh! That and the waive every lap, now I get it. Who sanctioned this track day? Sounds like I need to bring my db killer if I bring my 990 KTM out.

[@SeanWinkler]

This video is sick I could watch it all day

[@daylightbrightdlb6010]

I miss ripping around on my yellow banana seat F4i... Sooooo much fun!!!!

[@jetstream01]

Great bike as well!

[@homefront3162]

Straight up representing!!! Nice skills on a great bike, I love my 2003!!!!!!

[@AFM674]

I wish I didn't like trying another bikes so much. Sold my 02' RC51, ohlins shock, customer ohlins damper, Dan Kyle 20mm fork kits, Two Bros W/PC etc. 22k miles...$4600.00 NICE DEAL...oh well she's gone to a good home.

[@jetstream01]

Dammit, should've sold the parts to me!! haha

[@kmfiz]

Fun Vids, I subbed. You make me want an RC51.

[@jetstream01]

kmfiz thanks! They're great bikes.

[@thesunexpress]

Nice pass on that BMW!

[@clutchless4t5]

awesome video. so refreshing to watch! thanks!!

[@caffeinepowered3957]

I got an SV1000 because of this bike(Can't find an RC51). I heard an RC51 with Yoshi pipes a few years back at my uncle's and had to have one. Not quite the same, but they're very similar. The growl and instant torque of that 1,000cc twin is beautiful.

[@jetstream01]

SV1000 is an amazing bike! You'll have lots of fun on it just like the RC, but luckily it will probably be very easy to find parts for if needed (unlike the RC).

[@bikeboysp1]

Mint! I'd love to ride mine round Laguna. Lucky git! :-)

[@jetstream01]

bikeboysp1 Why not sign up for a track day? Not in California?

[@jaycrowder3070]

Awesome...period! Bout to spiral down into winter here in Ohio right now...straight up bunk as a skunk. Watchin vids this will help ease the dope-sickness from not riding hahaha. Great vid, and thanks for uploadin!!

[@jetstream01]

Thanks man! I live in California so we don't even know what rain is...only upside is I can ride all year! hah

[@rokugatu23]

You showed us how much power the RC51 has! Beat the modern bikes!!

[@timbarry5080]

Thanks for posting! I'm considering buying one and most of the other videos are people riding like grandmas while complaining about the riding position

[@markmcgrath5642]

I could fall asleep to this. I think a Scott stabilizer is in store for this season for the RC. 550 well spent

[@julienboyer2270]

love this track, love this V2 sound !!!

[@jetstream01]

Julien Boyer It's my favorite thing about the RC51!

[@VTR1000SPW]

+Julien Boyer I don't know what sounds better the exhaust or the gear driven cams

[@oxman1834]

dam bro you can ride

[@lupintriple]

Good rider, awesome bike!!!

[@alanmotoscba]

I´m too close about buy a sp1.. looks very fun at the track!

[@jetstream01]

It's amazing at the track. One of the most fun bikes I've ridden on circuit!

[@alanmotoscba]

@@jetstream01 I dont have many experience with high cc at the track, gonna take a few laps after start to push.. but im going forward with this bike 💪

[@jetstream01]

@@alanmotoscba nice, you're gonna love it! It's about as fast as a modern 600 but with more grunt out of the corner. So not too much of a jump from a smaller big power wise.

[@tbone0785]

Phenominal video. Thanks for sharing

[@jetstream01]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@senon808]

It would appear that your ready for A group haha! Awesome session man, i riding b group too.

[@ВиталийРайский-п7т]

звук мотора RC51 останется в душе навсегда

[@rvjr]

dude I watch this video like once a week at least. I think I know what my next bike is going to be. lol

[@jetstream01]

Renato Valenzuela Haha awesome. It's an incredibly fun bike to ride. Not as fast as a modern literbike, but still fast enough and sounds amazing.

[@jetstream01]

+eazy tony (dirty tony) *passes s100rr, r1, and zx10r* why so slow??? lmao

[@MotoTomCZ]

legend bike! :)

[@fstarockaburns425]

wow man.. ode a friends rc once, terrifyingly awesome! gr8 vid! im thinking of getting into social racing.. this helps!

[@jetstream01]

track days are the best, you gotta try it if you haven't. I myself am going to start racing next year, but am currently saving up for a 600 race bike.

[@fstarockaburns425]

+jetstream01 cool yeah will check it out.. just put new rings in a 90 zxr400.. holy cow its a rocket! yeah will have to find something i dont mind dropping lol.. track 15 mins from here :) i wouldnt dare an rc51- theyre just to rare and beautiful and im nowhere near ur skill lol, despite 30yrs riding!

[@jetstream01]

+Fstarocka Burns hah yeah don't wanna take anything that's not easily replaceable. That's why I have a set of track fairings and a different tank and mufflers for the track. Just be ready though, once you go track you are gonna be hooked!

[@NORM453]

Your videos are so impressive.

[@gmc3578]

twins are the most fun!

[@YINGYANGPOLARBEAR]

Nice overtake at 5:24!

[@jetstream01]

Polarbear thanks, I love taking the wide and fast line through that corner!

[@jjsracing69]

Sounds like its running outta breath..... But I guess not everyone has one like mine. Still, it is a classic bike. One of the best v twins ever. Heavy but an excellent handling machine.

[@frankkuhr2098]

Just got RC 51 2004 Nicky Haden Edition have to get used to the Beast! Never had a sport bike !

[@jetstream01]

Frank Kuhr you're gonna enjoy the hell out of that bike! Congrats on the purchase! I ride mine all the time...and every single time it puts a big stupid grin on my face.

[@jondog9]

Oh, be careful. RC51 are not as forgiving of wrong input as the newer machines. She can handle like a dream, but she's strict. Take your time to learn it and get your suspension dialed in for maximum handling. I love this bike!!!

[@johnshaw8327]

I'm 73, live in Australia and have a VTR Firestorm, Love it. Never too old.... till I die !!!

[@Skid2933]

Nice work - I have yet to take mine on track and wonder what we can hear grinding out on max lean? Just concerned not to trash the lovely RC51 as I had belly pan, sidestand, gear lever and brake lever down on my RC8 previously at Cadwell Park in the UK....I need to lean off more I know!

[@jetstream01]

Hah totally valid concern...I was super concerned about damaging my RC as well since it's such a hard bike to find parts for... especially my bike which was the dark grey scheme (hence the track bodywork with a separate fuel tank). Anyways it's just my knee sliders or toe sliders scraping. I was able to get my elbow down without scraping hard parts with stock rearsets, so you should be fine.

[@shawnlack1527]

After all the hype about these, I really wanna grab me one for the track along side of the R1

[@Luke-Harno3]

Very nice !

[@mimichi_xox]

Knee scrape at every turn. God, I want an RC51 so bad

[@turnbullac6315]

cool bike, slow track,

[@TheVilouboy]

GET ER DONE!!! Good shit!!!!

[@benhuot6852]

The torque is impressive

[@senhormarmota6924]

Need to try this VR technology

[@brianroagers6894]

That big V gobbles up the track bro great riding sick bike halls ass! Was that the foot peg dragging? Nice 👍

[@jetstream01]

Brian R. Thanks! And yeah sometimes it's the peg or sometimes my toe slider. I put magnesium ones on my boots because I kept wearing the plastic ones out :P

[@ahiquedaesto]

mi moto es la VTR sp2 versión europea una maravilla buen video

[@jetstream01]

gracias! Su moto es del color blanco o no?

[@ahiquedaesto]

+jetstream01 no es el siguiente color que sacaron negra ,gris y roja la tengo desde el 2005 es sin duda la mejor moto que he tenido saludos desde España

[@janicemills8229]

How many left "Hero Blocks" have you changed on the left foot peg? Very talented rider. Don't have sound restictions in Oklahoma. Hallett is is blast on mine. Although I'm old and haven't got the warning blocks on the ground. my '02 shows most the young ones what handling and torque can do, haha. loved the video..

[@jetstream01]

Janice Mills thanks! I'm assuming hero blocks are those little peg extensions? If so I took those off when I bought the bike haha. I have scraped my rear spools though so I think I'm about at the lean limit of this bike. Glad to hear you're keeping yours on its wheels as well! It's a great bike.

[@janicemills8229]

jetstream01 thanks for responding...So your related to Stoner or Marquez, right? And yes I'm watching this video again.. wow!

[@janicemills8229]

jetstream01 My dad and I made the trip to Laguna in july (I think) 2002.. bleachers at turn 4..have seen all the track, so it's fun to watch... Again and again.

[@jetstream01]

Janice Mills haha I like to pretend I'm a real racer! But sadly I'm still pretty slow under braking so I gotta work on that, although I have started running A group since this video. And yep Laguna is an amazing track for both spectators and riders. Planning on doing another track day there in April.

[@descendantofphineas7785]

On some of the corners you hear a dragging noise, foot peg or knee.

[@poorpossum79]

Good stuff, well done. How you manage to be nimble on that bike I don't know. I sold my 'thunder pig' as it was just so heavy and I'm not that good.

[@jetstream01]

***** Thanks. I've always found my bike to handle pretty well, but when I jump back on a 600 I realize how heavy the RC51 actually feels. Still, it's a crazy fun bike to ride!

[@RideFaster]

Once you go Torque....you can never go back.....

[@vialniashpiktaz5891]

dam man you ride good :)

[@HozZeN52]

Hi very nice riding, how many fingers do you use when you're braking/rev matching, and what do you find most effective?

[@lancedeemter7462]

How much fun is that cork screw? This video will help me survive the winter haha

[@jetstream01]

hah I'm glad you enjoyed it. You'd expect the corkscrew to feel like a big drop (and it is) but it doesn't. it's just super fun. The scariest part of the track is definitely the blind curve on the front stretch!

[@ThePhotoguy2112]

Twins Rock!!!

[@JasonEdwardPhoto]

RC51 is on my short list for a street/track bike. This video might have put me over the top on the decision making. Only issue is I'm 6'3" and concerned about my large ass fitting!

[@jetstream01]

Jason Muelver No worries man-I'm 6'2" and this bike fits me really well. It's really on the big side for sport bikes so you'll have no problem! The only thing I want to change is get some adjustable rear sets.

[@JohnBehring]

Dang, this bike still has lots of torque though.

[@geebee9585]

ok. I have an SP2 myself and I am looking for a good sounding aftermarket system. your comment about the intake...did you modify it?

[@jetstream01]

No intake is stock, all I did was unplug the flapper valve in there. As far as exhaust goes, I think the Satos are the best sounding one out of the brands I've heard, but since they're not made any more they're very expensive and hard to find. The Yosh ones sound more droney I guess and the Satos feel like someone is pounding your chest. I've heard good things about the Ladybird Titanium exhaust they sell on ebay though.

[@motocrossriders2002]

I have an RC51 and I have run track days at Fontana, but I am not sure why you never pushed your rpm limit.

[@andymcdo]

What exactly is your camera setup? Gopro with a chest mountain and an external mic attached to the brake reservoir?

[@jetstream01]

The Gopro is on a chin mount on my helmet. I used one of the sticky mounts it came with, then the little extended curvy piece that snaps in to attach the camera to so I can move it to the right angle. the camera actually films upside down, but you can invert it in the settings. I have it in a skeleton case so I can run the external mic from it to the brake reservoir.

[@smoke05s]

What wrong with the track out of turn 5? How come everyone is slowing down there?

[@jetstream01]

Sound booth. Makes this track not really worth riding unfortunately.

[@genestvincent]

What’s the name and link information for the gyro cam system you have on some videos?

[@jetstream01]

This is the one I use: www.amazon.com/dp/B011YNWKEA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_bQ77DbXDQWS54 However, it's better now to use a GoPro Max with horizon leveling I think...much more compact and no actual gyro needed for the same effect.

[@robr4596]

is the steering stabilizer worth the price tag? please let us know.

[@jetstream01]

I think the bike does benefit from a stabilizer, yes. It has saved me on a few occasions. I wouldn't say you need the specific one I had because it's expensive, but it is nice because it's so compact.

[@maximuskhan6135]

@ 2.06 PRO Rider smooth pass

[@Baistegenx]

Love my SP2

[@S2KEVIN]

This is the NA1 nsx of motorcycles.

[@frankkuhr2098]

Took the RC51 out for my second ride boy do I need more confidence to carve the corner’s had my son he’s on a 600 Honda just l eft me behind going thru the corner’s I think going to the track would be better more open and not have to worry about traffic up here in the Santa Cruz mountain’s.

[@jetstream01]

Nothing helps confidence like a track day! Once you learn to trust the bike, you'll be a lot faster, and more importantly, a lot safer while riding. Enjoy that thing! You aren't too far from Laguna Seca or Buttonwillow, you should hit up a track day.

[@cherry7121983]

Ich lach mich kaputt, der fährt wie meine Oma!!!

[@twohouses2259]

Lotsa torque equates to punching it early as you come outta the corner.....try it. These things squat down and DRIVE...hard outta corners. This is why Dukes etc excelled so well during Super Bike. Trust me...punch it hard as you begin the exit...and feel it push back hard and fast. This is where you pick up speed on other bikes....Cheers.

[@jetstream01]

Very true! I would've heeded this advice if I was willing to risk the bike...but the parts for that thing were literally impossible to find, so I always took it easy on track. But it was such a blast to ride. Sold it and have a Tuono now, which has the same characteristics really! And if you watch my Buttonwillow video on the Tuono I posted recently, you'll see me almost high side from getting on the gas TOO much out of corners 😆

[@thasmydjay]

What's the wire for? Just wondering, sweet riding!

[@jetstream01]

It's an external mic for the GoPro. And thanks!

[@thasmydjay]

Ah I thought it was the stay for a helite airbag lol. Hope to be as fast as you one day, I just did my first track day a few weeks ago and I'm addicted!

[@gintautasnik5214]

What is the controller on tour steering wheel and what is that black lead?

[@jetstream01]

Gintautas Nik gold thing is a Scott's steering dampener and the black wire goes to my external microphone.

[@bigjam8429]

Quickshifter would sound awesome

[@michaelscarborough7011]

Sweet!! Nice lines dude! My SP1 has just sprung the leaky tank at the rear mount :( Long live the the Duc eating pig!!!

[@jetstream01]

Michael Scarborough Grab an SP2 tank for that bitch! My track tank is actually an SP1 tank even though I have an SP2, but luckily it hasn't started leaking yet. I found it on eBay. Maybe worth a look for you?

[@michaelscarborough7011]

jetstream01 Hell Yeah!! They are the same tank just spot welded better in the back. That's worth a look.

[@michaelscarborough7011]

I just sealed mine (finally) with Caswell tank sealer. It's a 2 part clear epoxy. It ought to hold up better that air hardening sealer. We shall see how she holds. I'm now painting the tank to match the plastics and about to reassemble this week end :))

[@PuTTo87]

Great riding, how was it geared? (Front/rear sprockets)

[@jetstream01]

Thanks. Gearing is completely stock.

[@mach5zx10r]

It’s an RC51, gearing doesn’t matter much.

[@durangarc]

Great riding! You're gettin' in on the turns! Are you going to race the bike? AFM?

[@jetstream01]

+dur gar Thanks! Not gonna race the RC in AGM as there's not really a class for it and also it's a little too special to me to risk it THAT much. I plan on buying an actual race bike within a year or two.

[@epg1714]

What's the engine layout? It's sounds strange for me

[@jetstream01]

It's a v twin. Probably the best sounding one of all time actually.

[@davidisraelgarciaaguilar7745]

Yo tengo la misma 🤙

[@ranchhandrandy3213]

How do these run compared to modern L bikes?

[@jetstream01]

James Thomas from a red light I can almost keep up with modern liter bikes, but once we get to 4th or 5th gear it's not even close. It does pull REALLY hard in 2nd and 3rd, which is a lot of fun. Down the straights at Buttonwillow I'm only a little faster than new 600s.

[@onlyoneromeo]

you have an open airbox mod?

[@unibike69]

can anyone explain the comment about the 'sound booth' and having to throttle off - much obliged

[@jetstream01]

Between turns 5 and 6 on that little uphill straight there's a sound booth that measures the decibel output of each bike. Many bikes (mine included) can't go through there at full throttle because it's too loud. It's extremely stupid and kind of kills the whole track day because you can never get a true lap in unless you have a stock exhaust.

[@unibike69]

thank you jet - was kind of thinking that - stupid and frustrating - if I had to throttle off on mine (04 RC51) I'd end up escorted off on amateur days - ride safe sir

[@AsantePE]

what is the black cable ?

[@jetstream01]

External mic for the GoPro

[@andymcdo]

What kind of suspension work have you done to the bike?

[@jetstream01]

andymcdo None, just replaced the fork seals when they went bad. Handles great as is!

[@scottwhitescarver1132]

Hey Jetstream, great riding! Just confirming but assume you are also on the stock spec 16/40 sprockets and chain? I saw in another post that you are 6'2", what do you weigh roughly? Looking at buying an 03' RC and just collecting info! Seems that most track go-er's adjust in some way from the stock suspension... just curious!

[@jetstream01]

Scott Whitescarver Thanks! And yes, stock sprockets and stock suspension. I did have a guy set up the suspension at the track once but he just cranked some preload into the rear and that's pretty much it. The bike feels really good at the track so I've never felt the need to change it, although I'd love to upgrade the suspension just for the fun of it. And yes I'm 6'2" about 200 lbs and the bike fits me perfectly. I have really long arms though so that helps the body position not be so forward.

[@scottwhitescarver1132]

Hey if it ain't broke! Thanks for the input, it seems like your the perfect size for it. At about 5'10" 155, arm span equal to height I've never had problems fitting on a bike before but the RC seems like a different animal and a bit heavier than my last buell xb12 and zx6r. I found an 03' RC with only 4k miles on it 20 minutes away so have to go give it a look. Besides being on the heavy side I can't find anything I don't like about these bikes yet, at least on paper.

[@jondog9]

Get Ohlins! Takes the bike to the next level, lap times will prove it!

[@4FastEddie1]

015 for the first time hence my reviewing the videos on you tube about the rc51 , from what i see you did better than hold your own you were all but dominating the other riders on the track and from my limited saddle time on the rc51 i can see why . great footage i enjoyed it

[@jetstream01]

Luis Azuola glad you enjoyed it man. I was riding in B group, so that's really the only reason I was faster than most. In A group there were plenty of people that were faster. But impressive for the RC51 for sure!

[@4FastEddie1]

so i got an rc51 a little beat up but nothing i cannot manage to repair , had to have one

[@4FastEddie1]

got any spare parts you would like to sell?

[@jetstream01]

+Luis Azuola Congrats man! and nothing wrong with a bike that needs a little love. I'm sure it will still run strong. I don't really have any spare parts as I haven't replaced anything on it really. But eBay is a great source.

[@YINGYANGPOLARBEAR]

was that the pegs doing down at 3:51?

[@jetstream01]

Polarbear probably the knee pucks. I got my elbow down in turn 2 but I didn't get that low in turn 11.

[@rickpelland3768]

My god

[@thestumaji656]

why were you holding back? turn 3,4,5,6 always holding back. that's where I eat up people(except for that lil dip in 5 which can disrupt someone) otherwise great vid.

[@jetstream01]

Between 5 and 6 they had the sound booth, so I couldn't go through there full speed with my Satos. turn 5 I was dragging elbow through so no holding back there!

[@thestumaji656]

yea that booth does suck. What other tracks do you run? My local is willow springs.

[@jetstream01]

+William Stewart Falconer I've only run Buttonwillow and Laguna Seca. I'm from Fresno so Buttonwillow is closest to me, but I play to run Sonoma and Thunderhill as well. Willow Springs is still up and running?

[@geebee9585]

what exaust do you run?

[@jetstream01]

I have a set of carbon fiber Sato Bansais, but I don't run them on the track for fear of messing them up. So I bought a pair of scruffy Yosh RS3s (I think) and found a good power commander map to go with them. This bike has a loud and mean sounding intake which is what you mostly hear in the videos.

[@castillo33brandon]

still makes me LOL

[@hillbillydeluxe08]

What's the suspension setup?

[@jetstream01]

Bone stock!

[@hillbillydeluxe08]

@@jetstream01 same here! Did a 4k video like you but the settings on the gopro7 were wrong and it looks slower. Moving up to A class Monday if the weather holds in Kansas. Lovely videos though! Ride safe!

[@jetstream01]

@@hillbillydeluxe08 the Hero 7 takes some AMAZING videos, can't wait to see them! You're gonna kill it in A group and everyone will love it because they love RC51s haha!

[@hillbillydeluxe08]

@@jetstream01 They sure do!