How much weight do I gotta lose.... ???

[snakemanracing95]

I rode a SV650 last year@ 245#'s. The year before I was on a 600. When I made the switch to the SV I had a hard time adjusting to the new style of ridin it. I felt @ 245#'s I was giving away a significant advantage to  lighter and equally skilled riders. I heard an equation once that for every ____#'s of weight it's like adding a "h.p." I can't remeber what that # was, maybe something like for every 10#'s it's a pony???
Anyway, I told my fatass that this year would REALLY be the year that I took off the weight. Well, to date I am weighing in at 219#'s and it's still dropping. My height is 5'10". I plan on getting down to about 190-200# range. So far I can tell you that the almost 25#'s that I have lost has made a HUGE difference in almost EVERYTHING I do. Stamina,energy level,metabolism,mental state, and a "good feeling overall". One thing I had a problem with in racing has been my "limberness". It was hard for me to really move around on the bike and even get into that tight "racer tuck" on the straights. (Part of that problem was my beer belly too.)
I know that when my weight gets down to my goal I will feel incredible.
I am totally stoked and ready for next season!! So my say so on the matter is.....YES, loose the weight and you'll feel great!!!

Happy New Year to all and best wishes for a great 07!!

Brian Liebe
CCS95AM

[kylbie]

at the end of summer i was 230, i started working out and got below 220 for the first time in about two years... it felt so good, then i had to go work out of town for a couple weeks and when i came back i got lazy and now with the holidays i am back at 230 +/-  but at the beginning of this week i went grocery shopping and started workout hardcore again

if you want to just drop weight and work on stamina do aerobic exercise, your heart will thank you

[Eric Kelcher]

Okay take the weight of the bike ~400 add your weight 215 so take 615 / by what 160hp for a 1k? so 3.84 pounds per hp lose 25 pounds 3.693#/hp

For a lower hp bike the weight changes are more significant
Like a SV ~360 +215= 575 / 70 hp =8.21#/hp  lose 25 7.86#/hp

[Grashopr]

I dont know about your local areas, but around here, the High School gym's open up on Wednesday and Sunday nights from 7pm to 9pm for what is affectionally known around here as 'Old Man Ball'.   A bunch of guys (and girls) over 18 get together for a couple hours of half-court basketball.  It's a great, free, 'fun' way to get some expercise, get your heart rate up for an extended period, and to hang out with some great people.   If they offer open gyms in your local area, I'd recommend attending once just to check it out.  It's been allot more fun for me than going to the gym or running around the square by myself.

[benprobst]

Okay take the weight of the bike ~400 add your weight 215 so take 615 / by what 160hp for a 1k? so 3.84 pounds per hp lose 25 pounds 3.693#/hp

For a lower hp bike the weight changes are more significant
Like a SV ~360 +215= 575 / 70 hp =8.21#/hp  lose 25 7.86#/hp

+1, people tend to use 7 lbs per horse power as a constant. But in reality, the lighter/lower hp the total package the larger the difference a few pounds make.

ohh and Baller, just think of how cool you 1000 would be if it weighed a solid 25lbs less, then think of how much it would cost you vs. riding your bicycle and lifting a few weights

[Garywc]

i lost about 45 lbs this past race season and it made a difference with more stamina and felt better on the bike
but did seem to crash harder must have been the less padding made it hurt

[GSXR RACER MIKE]

i lost about 45 lbs this past race season and it made a difference with more stamina and felt better on the bike
but did seem to crash harder must have been the less padding made it hurt

Just don't crash then!  8)

[Addicted2Danger]

In June '05 I did my 1st trackday at 167#'s.  The most excercise I was used to getting was remodeling a house.  I could bench press maybe 135 at that time.  I barely finished the last session of the trackday I was so exhausted.  I knew I wanted to race, and if I'm gonna race I want to be competitive, so it was time to get my ass to work.  By July '06 I could run 4 miles in under 30 minutes, bench press 200#'s and my weight was down to 147#'s.  Granted, 167 is not exactly heavy for 5'10", but every little bit helps especially on a stock motor 1st gen. SV.
I have no doubt that the best thing a racer could do for themselves is to be in the best physical condition they can.  Thats different for each of us, but I was an athlete in high school and know what a difference it makes.
Good luck everybody, and remember- the more you stay focused this winter- the better off you will be at Topeka in April!!!!!!

[Scotty Ryan]

In June '05 I did my 1st trackday at 167#'s.  The most exercise I was used to getting was remodeling a house.  I could bench press maybe 135 at that time.  I barely finished the last session of the trackday I was so exhausted.  I knew I wanted to race, and if I'm gonna race I want to be competitive, so it was time to get my ass to work.  By July '06 I could run 4 miles in under 30 minutes, bench press 200#'s and my weight was down to 147#'s.  Granted, 167 is not exactly heavy for 5'10", but every little bit helps especially on a stock motor 1st gen. SV.
I have no doubt that the best thing a racer could do for themselves is to be in the best physical condition they can.  That's different for each of us, but I was an athlete in high school and know what a difference it makes.
Good luck everybody, and remember- the more you stay focused this winter- the better off you will be at Topeka in April!!!!!!

+1

I have never been big but - this season I want to be at 100%....I don't want to leave anything to chance or say "Well if I did this" Or "I could have tried harder" - basically I don't want to have any excuses..... So I have been busting my ass in the gym - at home - on the Stationary bike- proper dieting - proper sleep.... All of this is done under the supervision of a trainer - So I don't get too out of control.... But I am in the best shape of my life and I have also lost 10 pounds since last season(I'm down to 155 & I'm 5'11").......  So here's to everyone and hoping that it all pays off next season.... Cheers

[Addicted2Danger]

Thats another great point Scotty - proper eating is VERY important also.  I didnt achieve my results without alot of discipline about the type of fuel I put in.  I might drink soda 1 time a week at the most.  Low sugar, low carb and HIGH PROTEIN will take you a long way.
What are your racing plans for next season Scotty?  Still lookin' at that ride with "Safety First"?  How about the awards banquet?

[funsizeracing]

This thread makes my cheesecake taste even better. 

[wolf44]

No more Jack 'n the Box from Ken   Come over and we'll do some measuring and I get you a program.  I've been working with Ben for a while now, seem's to be coming along pretty well.  Ben...get ready for a butt whooping tonight