THIS is a HUGE +1 to that...I think learning to do more and get more out of less is exactly the reason why people should start with a lesser track machine before going up to one of the "easy button" track bikes that are out there...that and personally, since I am not racing, I find it more enjoyable to have to plan my way around the easy button bikes on the track which makes my time on the track that much more enjoyable and a learning experience..and in the same vein...I have seen guys come down to VIR with their beater EX500 race bikes from New England and they are beating them almost to a bloody pulp and railing the ever living life out of them around the track
Here's me on my track ride - no easy button bike for me A converted 650 Endruo, making about 55hp. Won't claim to be the fastest out there by a good measure, but I'll lap beginner group folks on much 'better' bikes.
Besides body position, for me it's a lot of throttle and brake. Getting on the gas earlier does a lot to shave lap times. Late braking (within reason) does as well, and a good way to sneak past folks
