250 friendly tracks around houston?

Aodrn · December 23rd, 2013, 09:22 PM

I am looking into a job just north of houston. Im trying to see if there are any good tracks for the 250 within reasonable distance. If not, I may sell it and decide on a different bike once I get settled. Looks like college station has a big track complex, but I cant tell if it is better suited for big bikes

Aodrn · December 25th, 2013, 10:29 AM

I watched some youtube vids of tws. It looks pretty fast, but may be doable. Any input would be appreciated. Also, has anyone been to dallas with their 250?

csmith12 · December 25th, 2013, 10:31 AM

Check my sig for a map of tracks. I am not sure if any of them are 250 friendly though.

alex.s · December 25th, 2013, 11:16 AM

nice sig :-P

Aodrn · December 25th, 2013, 05:30 PM

I was looking for that list. I looked before and then forgot where I found it. Thanks

zvonler · December 26th, 2013, 09:46 AM

The closest track to Houston is Motorsports Ranch Houston, which I like a lot on a 250. It's a fairly fast track, but technical enough that a 250 can be a lot of fun. Here's a clip where I chased down a 636 in the Intermediate group:

Link to original page on YouTube.

The other close track is Texas World Speedway, which is pretty challenging to ride a 250 on due to the long straights, but it can still be fun. Here's a clip from there:

Link to original page on YouTube.

Aodrn · December 28th, 2013, 02:30 PM

That first track looks pretty nice, the straight at tws looks pretty quick though. I guess I will keep what I have. I really like the 250. It gives me freedom to concentrate on my form instead of freaking out about scrubbing speed on every turn.

cuong-nutz · December 28th, 2013, 02:50 PM

One of the track orgs is trying to get GSS back on the track lists but the owner is very hard to work with. Awesome track for the 250.

cuong-nutz · December 29th, 2013, 01:51 PM

Yes, It's official now that GSS is back on the track lists again!

http://www.motohouston.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=274411

csmith12 · December 29th, 2013, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cuong-nutz

Yes, It's official now that GSS is back on the track lists again!

http://www.motohouston.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=274411

GSS added to my map.

cuong-nutz · December 29th, 2013, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

GSS added to my map.

Another track also is Harris Hill Raceway out in San Marcos, TX too

www.harrishillroad.com

csmith12 · December 29th, 2013, 02:30 PM

Gracias!

cuz · December 29th, 2013, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cuong-nutz

Yes, It's official now that GSS is back on the track lists again!

http://www.motohouston.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=274411

Aodrn · December 29th, 2013, 08:49 PM

Now im getting psyched. I hope this new job pays a lot more. The schedule in texas starts in FEBRUARY!!! I may have to be more strict about my motorcycle budget.

Greenlawnracing · January 5th, 2014, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zvonler

The other close track is Texas World Speedway, which is pretty challenging to ride a 250 on due to the long straights, but it can still be fun. Here's a clip from there:

Link to original page on YouTube.

TWS is a little better on the mini configuration. You've still got to deal with the main straight of course.

sharky nrk · January 8th, 2014, 12:31 PM

1.3 Cresson outside of Dallas. Perfect 250 track!!!!!!!

csmith12 · January 8th, 2014, 12:37 PM

Thanks Neil! Another track added to the map.

zvonler · January 8th, 2014, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharky nrk

1.3 Cresson outside of Dallas. Perfect 250 track!!!!!!!

That one is a great track - here's onboard from the last CMRA 250 race there:

Link to original page on YouTube.

Greenlawnracing · January 8th, 2014, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharky nrk

1.3 Cresson outside of Dallas. Perfect 250 track!!!!!!!

Fun track! Scary run off in a few areas though.

Don't know what caused John Broome's accident as it was several years ago, but I believe CMRA quit racing that course for a while. I assume some modifications were done to make it safer.

zvonler · January 9th, 2014, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greenlawnracing

Don't know what caused John Broome's accident as it was several years ago, but I believe CMRA quit racing that course for a while. I assume some modifications were done to make it safer.

I think I've heard about that - RideSmart usually puts cones going up the hill towards T4 to show people the direction they need to go over it. If you were to come over pointed too far to the right, there's still a ditch in the run-off area, and I think that's where he went down.

Aodrn · January 9th, 2014, 02:04 PM

Now I'm getting a little dissapointed. The job didn't come up with enough cash to make me wanna move so now I won't get to ride these new to me tracks.
If I keep running the same tracks here, I won't have an excuse for crappy lap times.

cbinker · January 15th, 2014, 08:38 AM

Sorry to hear that sucks, if i move it is to Texas or Lincoln, NE. I would rather go to Texas for a new start.

December 23rd, 2013, 09:22 PM	#1
Aodrn It's a long boring story Name: Ryan Location: St. Louis Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 167	250 friendly tracks around houston? I am looking into a job just north of houston. Im trying to see if there are any good tracks for the 250 within reasonable distance. If not, I may sell it and decide on a different bike once I get settled. Looks like college station has a big track complex, but I cant tell if it is better suited for big bikes __________________________________________________ #41 MCRA alex.s :crashing is a normal part of life... people are just in denial about that.

December 25th, 2013, 10:29 AM	#2
Aodrn It's a long boring story Name: Ryan Location: St. Louis Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 167	I watched some youtube vids of tws. It looks pretty fast, but may be doable. Any input would be appreciated. Also, has anyone been to dallas with their 250? __________________________________________________ #41 MCRA alex.s :crashing is a normal part of life... people are just in denial about that.

December 25th, 2013, 10:31 AM	#3
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Check my sig for a map of tracks. I am not sure if any of them are 250 friendly though. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

December 25th, 2013, 11:16 AM	#4
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	nice sig :-P __________________________________________________

December 25th, 2013, 05:30 PM	#5
Aodrn It's a long boring story Name: Ryan Location: St. Louis Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 167	I was looking for that list. I looked before and then forgot where I found it. Thanks __________________________________________________ #41 MCRA alex.s :crashing is a normal part of life... people are just in denial about that.

December 26th, 2013, 09:46 AM	#6
zvonler ninjette.org member Name: Zach Location: Texas Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250R Posts: 70	The closest track to Houston is Motorsports Ranch Houston, which I like a lot on a 250. It's a fairly fast track, but technical enough that a 250 can be a lot of fun. Here's a clip where I chased down a 636 in the Intermediate group: Link to original page on YouTube. The other close track is Texas World Speedway, which is pretty challenging to ride a 250 on due to the long straights, but it can still be fun. Here's a clip from there: Link to original page on YouTube.
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

December 28th, 2013, 02:30 PM	#7
Aodrn It's a long boring story Name: Ryan Location: St. Louis Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 167	That first track looks pretty nice, the straight at tws looks pretty quick though. I guess I will keep what I have. I really like the 250. It gives me freedom to concentrate on my form instead of freaking out about scrubbing speed on every turn. __________________________________________________ #41 MCRA alex.s :crashing is a normal part of life... people are just in denial about that.

December 28th, 2013, 02:50 PM	#8
cuong-nutz RIP Alex Name: Cuong Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 250r, '09 265r Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 2	One of the track orgs is trying to get GSS back on the track lists but the owner is very hard to work with. Awesome track for the 250. __________________________________________________ HalfFast Racing Team Serving Greater Houston Area Riders:WFO Riders MotoHouston HPC CMRA Ride Smart Fastline Lone Star Track Days

December 29th, 2013, 01:51 PM	#9
cuong-nutz RIP Alex Name: Cuong Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 250r, '09 265r Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 2	Yes, It's official now that GSS is back on the track lists again! http://www.motohouston.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=274411 __________________________________________________ HalfFast Racing Team Serving Greater Houston Area Riders:WFO Riders MotoHouston HPC CMRA Ride Smart Fastline Lone Star Track Days

December 29th, 2013, 02:30 PM	#12
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Gracias! __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

December 29th, 2013, 08:49 PM	#14
Aodrn It's a long boring story Name: Ryan Location: St. Louis Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 167	Now im getting psyched. I hope this new job pays a lot more. The schedule in texas starts in FEBRUARY!!! I may have to be more strict about my motorcycle budget. __________________________________________________ #41 MCRA alex.s :crashing is a normal part of life... people are just in denial about that.

January 8th, 2014, 12:31 PM	#16
sharky nrk Fighting Texas Aggie '05 Name: Neil Location: Hutto, TX Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '07 ZX6R, '08 Versys, '09 250R Track, '93 F2/F3 Track Posts: A lot.	1.3 Cresson outside of Dallas. Perfect 250 track!!!!!!!

January 8th, 2014, 12:37 PM	#17
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Thanks Neil! Another track added to the map. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

January 9th, 2014, 02:04 PM	#21
Aodrn It's a long boring story Name: Ryan Location: St. Louis Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 167	Now I'm getting a little dissapointed. The job didn't come up with enough cash to make me wanna move so now I won't get to ride these new to me tracks. If I keep running the same tracks here, I won't have an excuse for crappy lap times. __________________________________________________ #41 MCRA alex.s :crashing is a normal part of life... people are just in denial about that.

January 15th, 2014, 08:38 AM	#22
cbinker Track Clown Name: Chris Location: Kingman, AZ Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 250R, 21 MV F3 800, Kawasaki 400 build Posts: A lot. MOTM - Sep '15	Sorry to hear that sucks, if i move it is to Texas or Lincoln, NE. I would rather go to Texas for a new start. __________________________________________________ TEAM ALFALFA www.apexassassins.com

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