MNellis Posted October 14, 2005 I don't have much actual riding time on my 426 and was wondering if anyone can help me estimate how long a full tank of fuel might last during a Hare Scrambles type of race. I plan on racing this weekend and my race is one hour. I was wondering if I should plan on a pit stop? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TxRenegade Posted October 14, 2005 no pit stop needed. i race from 1.5 to 2 hours on my stock tank. you should be able to do an hour easy. Good luck... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
00YZ426FMRCD Posted October 14, 2005 No need to stop for gas. I just raced a National Hare Scramble and ran just over 30 miles in 2hrs. You sure the race is 1hr? I have never heard of a 1hr Hare Scramble. Maybe its a GP. Hare Scrambles are usually 2-3hrs. Have fun and Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MNellis Posted October 15, 2005 Thanks everyone, I appreciate the help. I don't know if this race is officially called a "Hare Scramble". I figured since we were riding a loop longer than 7 miles through the woods it was some sort of scramble. It's a dead engine start and everyone in the class starts together. It's timed at 1 hr + 1 lap I believe. I'll be riding in the 45+ C group. Since this is my first dirt race since I was about 19 and I've only got about 5 hours dirt riding since I bouth the used 426, this should be interesting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RADRick Posted October 15, 2005 Figure it this way, even a good rider would be lucky to maintain a 30mph average during a race. You should be able to get at least 75 miles on a full tank so at an average of 25-30mph you should be able to ride over 3 hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
silverlakerider Posted October 15, 2005 On my stock '00 426 I've ridden it in desert race style conditions and tight woods single track and all areas in between. I always range between 65 and 75 miles to the tank. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4mud Posted October 15, 2005 I race the beginner class in a local hare scramble series (virtually the same background as you) with a WR450. Our race is 1hr long, I make sure my tank is only about 2/3 full. Helps cut down on the weight up high, never needed reserve. We usually go about 25miles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MNellis Posted October 17, 2005 Thanks for everyone's help. The race went well and fuel usage was not a problem. While my upper body is about as sore as it's been in many years, I managed to squeak out a 7th place (out of 12 entries). I finished 2 minutes behind the lead bike after 4 laps and about 29 miles. While I'm still a road racer through and through, it sure is cheaper when I crash the dirt bike and the my wife liked not seeing the $400 tire bill at the end of the weekend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites