Motorcycle & Scooter
Related: About this forumWorld record attempt
Next month I will be in Ohio for a world record attempt at the Ohio Mile!
The bike is a highly modified 2003 Victory Vegas. 104" turbo charged engine producing 220HP at the rear wheel.
I am hoping for 170mph. This will be a standing 1 mile acceleration run with the speed clocked at the traps.
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flamin lib
(14,559 posts)Wishin ya luck. Post the outcome for us!
lumberjack_jeff
(33,224 posts)With appropriate gearing, 170 should be attainable in standing start mile.
Flyboy_451
(230 posts)And cannot remember the exact phrasing of the category, but it boils down to modified cruiser, V-Twin, overhead cam, turbo charged, gasoline, less than 2,000cc.
I'm pretty sure the bike is capable of reaching 170. Not sure about me though. Lol
If the bike runs well and I do my part, I think we have a shot at a record. But, this is my first attempt at this type of racing, so I am expecting a steep learning curve.
As long as I make it down the track without a mechanical failure or accident on every run, I will call it a successful first attempt!
Glassunion
(10,201 posts)Good luck... Be Safe... I hope you safely nail your attempt.
Flyboy_451
(230 posts)And simply hope that the better half is in a loving mood when we return to the hotel. Lol
IDemo
(16,926 posts)All glass must be removed or taped over
Glassunion
(10,201 posts)
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