Indianapolis Motor Speedway Meet?

[Docthrock]

I rode my Yamaha around the track a couple years ago as part of the Riley Children's Hospital thing they have the week after the 500. The track is incredibly smooth and it was a blast. Too many Harleys, but I had fun anyway. I laid back a little ti give myself some breathing room ... and when no one was watching... did a wheelie down the back straight.

There were troopers and security people spotted around on the outer edges of the track at regular intervals. And the speed limit was 35 mph. Well, I broke that a little, but not much. There were probably 2000 bikes on the track that day. It's a parade, not a hot lap.

Regrettably, there's NO WAY I can go on a Wednesday. Weekend, yes, weekday... no.

Great idea and I think you all will love the experience. Have a great time!

[Big Panda]

A WHEELIE on the BACKSTRETCH??? What ARE you, nuckin' futs?

My 'cycle' event with the 10sp was comprised of TWENTY LAPS around the track. Well, that was the max you could do. You took pledges for so much money per 'mile'. When I signed up people to donate, they asked 'so how many laps?' and I would say 'no more than 20' , but the pledges were 'per mile'....OOPS! They thought 20 laps equaled 20 MILES!

Some were a little shocked when I asked to collect $50!!!

[wildman]

Finally, something I could do, Wednesday and Thursdays are my only days off. I would be up for it.

[chieftmc]

Hey,

What's up with you "parts" guys being OFF on Wednesdays?

[Snefferdoodle]

Sounds like a good time. Keep me posted so I can ask for the day off!

[Big Panda]

Here's the description of "Community Day" from the Indianapolis 500 Festival website:

American Family Insurance 500 Festival Community DayHome » Events » American Family Insurance 500 Festival Community Day DATE: Wednesday, May 20, 2009

LOCATION: Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayTIME: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

TICKETS: $7/person; Kids 6 and under free; available at Gate #2 or Gate #10

LAP THE TRACK: Enter gate #10 off 30th Street to drive your car around the track.Ever wonder how cool it would be to take a lap around the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway? Then rev up your engines for the American Family Insurance 500 Festival Community Day and you can do just that! Experience this unique opportunity of taking a lap around the track in your own car before the real race cars hit the track just four days later—at speeds of more than 200 mph! Experience the one and only day race fans get an up-close insider’s view of the legendary raceway. A whole host of activities await you! Lap the raceway in your own car! Tour the IRL car transport trailers. Visit Pit Lane and check out the vintage cars on display. Get autographs from Pro Series drivers and past champions. Take a Victory Circle photo—just like you’re the winner in a car with a trophy, a wreath and a glass of milk! Tour suites and the official timing & scoring area in the pagoda. See an amazing (and huge!) LEGO® replica of the entire Speedway.

Media Pit Stop Competition, Enjoy live music, Q&A sessions much more! Plus, admission to Community Day includes admission to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum.

So, do you think that would be cool or WHAT? A lot to do for only $7/person. At least it will keep us off the streets!

[Big Panda]

UPDATE: Received a VM from the IMS rep. He referred me to the "500 Festival Committee", who is overseeing the event. IMS is only the 'host' that day. I contacted the committee for a meeting. I'll keep all of you informed as we make progress.

Like Walter told me, this could be a really big event for smart owners should we not only have a great turnout from Indiana but the surrounding states as well. I think he was dreaming a bit when he said 200 SMARTS! But that would be soooooo cool!!!!

Keep your fingers crossed that we can pull this off......

[Smart55]

I think that sounds like fun, if we are in town we will be there.

[chieftmc]

Sounds doable & FUN

[Big Panda]

Still getting all the details ironed out, but you can count on a "smart Meet & Greet" on WEDNESDAY May 20th at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway!

More details to follow.....but start making plans!!!!