CMH Honda Menlyn has been involved in running the monthly track days for more than 10 years now. This event takes place at Zwartkops race track once a month on a Sunday. Zwartkops raceway has all facilities available like electricity in the pit area (tyre wormers etc.), ablution facilities and a restaurant with under roof parking.
Customers get the opportunity to ride their motorcycles under a controlled and safe environment in order to get to know their motorcycles and gain confidence whilst riding their new motorcycles. Fully trained instructors are available to assist in this training.
Riders and customers fill the pits from 07h00 until 09h00. At 09h15 all riders attend a riders briefing to fill them in on information regarding the rules and processes.
Riders are divided into four groups A,B,C and D. Group A riders are normally the open race class and usually consists of full spec race bikes with highly experienced riders. These riders are also allowed to pass each other anywhere on the track. Group B riders are riders that have mostly normal road bikes and are also experienced. These riders are only allowed to pass on the outside when it is safe. Group C riders are less experienced and are not allowed to overtake in corners at all. This group is much slower and are also allowed to carry pillions. The riders in group D are the novice riders and also people that has never been on a race track. For these riders there is a classroom session first thing after riders briefing. During this session riders are briefed about safety, corner speed, riding styles and also the track itself.
Riders in classes B, C, and D gets instruction from allocated instructors wearing bright yellow bibs. These instructors ensure safety on the track and also control the speed during such a session. They observe riders mistakes and train on and off the track. Ground marshals are placed at all corners with flags and two way radio’s to monitor and control safety. There is also a fully equipped clinic with two medics and one ambulance on duty to assist should a rider be in need of medical assistance. Safety is the one extremely high priority and riders are disciplined without hesitation should rules not be obeyed. It is emphasized clearly that this day is not a race day and the use of any timing devises are strictly prohibited.
Contact Honda Menlyn Wings for more information: 012 470 9200
