Originally Posted by p1jrevely

The national level is a whole different animal. I wish I had that much money and vacation time to run a full season. I usually try to get to 2 or 3 national races when they come to the Mid-West. The transports and trailers that I have seen easily cost $100+K. Years ago there was a karter that had a hired truck driver to bring the trailer and equipment to the track while they drove the Ferrari 308 to the track . I love whipping on those boys when they come to my area. I may not have the unlimited budget but I know how to spend wisely.

I started racing when I was around 8yo. Driving at racing speeds taught me car control so when I finally got my license @ 16, I was already a very good driver. I knew how to handle a car in all weather conditions without having to think of what to do.

One bad thing about motorsports at the sharp end of the grid is that we have already been conditioned as far as the cost of remaining up front. So my biking habit doesn't nearly "shock" as much as my karting does. My last two engine rebuilds were $1200 & $950 . Unfortunately, I'm getting into biking as much as karting so the gap will be narrowing. Looks like I need another job.