Blue tape: The track organizer I ride with, Team Pro-Motion, requires a strip of tape with name and shift style (standard, or GP) on the tank. I think most places require this -- makes it easier for the guys showing up if you biff.
Damper: Ohlins from Kyle Racing. Works good, though I can't say I have deliberately tested it.
BTW, I was at the NJ Motorsports Park today. Darn, the 696 likes the track!
Team pro-motion? I met them at NJMP last weekend at the AMA races.
Where are you located??