How to launch 986

[stephen wilson]

I agree, 3-4K with decent traction, release quickly so you get a bit of wheelspin. Don't try to feather/slip the clutch for an extended period, it's easy to overheat, and actually results in slower acceleration for me (987).

[san rensho]

Originally Posted by stephen wilson

I agree, 3-4K with decent traction, release quickly so you get a bit of wheelspin. Don't try to feather/slip the clutch for an extended period, it's easy to overheat, and actually results in slower acceleration for me (987).

Beg to differ, respectfully. The launch is all about the clutch slip. The fastest launches i get, in a car or moto, is to rev to the middle of the power band, around 5k, then the moment i start to let the clutchout i peg the gas to the floor and from then on its all slipping the clutch. I modulate thd clutch so that i stay in the power band , 4-6k and if the wheels spin too much i slip the clutch more to regain traction. Same thing if i start to bog. Slip the clutch to get the rpms up.

Its a very delicate and very fast dance with the clutch but it works. But beware. This is very brutal on the clutch

[j.fro]

I agree that it is a delicate & fast dance. My setup is an Aasco LWFW, Spec Sprung stage 3 clutch and 275 35 18 Hoosier A7 rear tires. All three of these bits are in play... YMMV, adjust accordingly.