About this event
MAX BMW Motorcycles is excited to partner with Lime Rock Park for a Track Day Saturday October 30, 2021. Open to all BMW Motorcycles. This is a BMW ONLY Event. Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Groups.
MAX BMW open track time is a way for you to fine-tune your track skills or experience one for the first time. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and do lead/follow for beginners.
ADVANCED GROUP (LIMITED TO 20): For advanced riders or racers who have done many track days/competitive events. Open passing and high speeds.
INTERMEDIATE GROUP (LIMITED TO 20): Passing on the front straight and back straight only. Participants for this group should have completed multiple track days. This is a great group for larger touring bikes or GS with dual sport tires.
BEGINNER GROUP (LIMITED TO 10): Full-time lead follow. No passing except for front straight. For beginner track day riders who are new to a track environment or have only done a couple of track days. Very limited passing. This group will be combined with the intermediate group running for 15 min with instructor lead follow.
MUFFLED EVENT: Please have a muffler.
The first session will start at 9:00 am, registration will begin at Lime Rock at 8:00 am. Groups will trade on an off-track for 30-minute sessions.
We will be on track until 1:00 pm. At 1:00 pm the Lime Rock Driver's Club will take over the track.
Event requirements
Requirements for you and your bike: READ THIS. IF YOU HAVE TO CALL ME TO ASK ABOUT YOUR GEAR IT'S PROBABLY NOT SUITABLE FOR THE TRACK.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THESE REQUIREMENTS, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE. YOU WILL BE SENT AWAY TO FIND GEAR NO REFUND.
Suit - You need a full-coverage protective riding suit. The suit can be a one-piece suit or two-pieces that zip together.
Feet – You must have motorcycle boots that cover your ankles. Motorcycle sneakers will not be allowed.
Hands – Look for hard material on the knuckles and fingers to protect you. Choose gloves with a generous gauntlet and a strap that encircles the wrist
Head – Properly fitted helmet. Must be a M2015 rated helmet. A simple Google Search of your helmet will answer this question for you. If you do not have an M2015 rated helmet, you will not be allowed on the track.
Insurance-You must have medical insurance. It's very expensive if you get hurt.
All motorcycles must pass a technical inspection before riding. If your bike fails technical inspection you cannot ride it on the track until the failure is corrected. Please make sure that your bike will pass a technical inspection before arriving at the track.
- Mufflers required
- 50% tire tread remaining
- 50% brake pads remaining
- The throttle must operate smoothly with no binding or sticking. Open the throttle 100% and release it. The grip must return fully to the original position without sticking.
- Properly adjusted chain
- No fluid leaks (safety wire and coolant drain are NOT required)
This is a muffled event.
HINT: Pull all your gear out before the event. Put in your car or trailer the day before!!! We don't have extra gear if you forget your helmet or boots.
