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Track day Thunderhill Superbike-Coach 6/22/2025
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Thunderhill Raceway Track Day By Superbike-Coach on 6/22/2025

May 6, 2025/0 Comments/in About bikes, Announcement/by Can Akkaya

Thunderhill Rabeway West Track Day with Superbike-Coach on 6/22/2025. It’s about time to get your ticket!

Superbike-Coach track dayGo with B+ or B group here: https://www.superbike-coach.com/portfolio-item/track_day
Or with the Track Rookie group here: https://www.superbike-coach.com/portfolio-item/track-rookie-class

Hope you come join the fun.

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Superbike-Coach team installs BrakeTech rotor

February 4, 2025/2 Comments/in About bikes, About Racing/by Can Akkaya

We’re installing a new BrakeTech front brake rotor, tires and a rear shock spring to Dean’s Supermoto. We love doing these things, especially together, and we like to share and to inspire.

The patented AXIS™ series Racing brakes and kits are all about demanding tight track SuperMoto racing where power and control is paramount. Feel and feedback at the lever can make all the difference on fast corner entries which is a core focus of our race rotors.   Not just another brake rotor, the patented AXIS full-floaters feature our uniquely hi-tech architecture that provides complete control of both axial and radial float.  This pivotal development increases load capacity under severe braking conditions in the rarefied atmosphere of top level racing…an exclusive trademark of the AXIS series race rotors.
Carriers are CNC machined from high tensile strength U.S. spec extruded billet aluminum.  Available in Black Diamond or titanium bronze hard anodize finishes.  Three floater button finishes are available:  Standard red, optional blue or black.

With focus squarely centered on racing, the advanced design AXIS™ full-floaters offer substantially improved performance in terms of both modulation at the lever and overall braking power.  The patented advanced floating system of the AXIS series full-floaters is many times stronger than conventional semi-floating brake rotors.  The heart of this patented design has the floater buttons controlling radial and axial float only, they are non-load bearing.  All of the considerable braking forces are channeled through the trademarked Direct-Link™ architecture comprising over an 800% increase in surface area load transfer as compared to conventional floating brake rotors…simply a superior design!
We offer them in in our new AXIS/RR as well as the brilliant performing Cobra SS (both in our proprietary stainless steel).  The Cobra features our optimized petal design with none of the downside problems associated with the wave type rotors.
Plus we are the first major brake rotor manufacturer to include hi-tech Cryogenic processing on the entire line of performance rotors as a standard operational component of manufacture.   The inclusion of this advanced technologically employing computer controlled, the 24 hour deep cycle freezing treatment provides improved wear resistance and longevity.
On brake pads for for heavy track use, the new Ferodo carbon/ceramci CPro is a true standout.  They feature a progressive rising torque curve for terrific feel and feedback at the lever, plus a higher thermal threshold than most sintered metal pads.

https://braketech.com/supermoto-racing-brakes-2/

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Vortex Racing

December 20, 2024/0 Comments/in About bikes, Announcement/by Can Akkaya

Vortex has become another sponsor of the Superbike-Coach Corp. For nearly 30 years, Vortex Racing has set the standard in the motorcycle aftermarket parts industry.

Founded on passion and driven by perfection, Vortex continues its legacy as the choice of champions, the preference of privateers and the way for weekend warriors. We’re proud to have them in our corner and for their support.

The Vortex product portfolio is covering our needs for riding bikes on and off the race track, and so it’s also right for you!

Vortex Racing

175 N. Apollo Road Suite 500
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
United States

(800) 440-3559

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BT Tune for Superbike-Coach V4R
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Discount with BT Moto to tune your bike

October 2, 2024/0 Comments/in About bikes, Experience/by Can Akkaya

BT Tune, also know as Brenn Tuning, can and will take care of some special needs around your motorcycle. How about to open up power recourses? Getting more rideability and smoothness for riding on street or track. Now, since you are a Superbike-Coach student, you’ll have access to a nice discount with BT Moto. Here is your code: SBC_TUNE

Discount with Superbike-Coach for a tune with Brenn Tuning

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Supermoto class with heats and races at Superbike-Coach
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1st Supermoto Race Class Coming Up

September 21, 2024/0 Comments/in About bikes, About Racing/by Can Akkaya

Our 1st Supermoto race class is coming up on 10/6/2024, and I’m very excited about it. So if you have a Supermoto bike, no matter what size, then you need to read and join this.

Riding Supermotos and such bikes are getting more and more popular. Yes, we offer the Supermoto 1on1 program for a long time, but we’ve decided to actually do an entire class per year because it’s just too much fun. A Supermoto is a total different breed, and so is the class. It’s gonna be wild, so you better buckle up because at the end of the class we also do some heats and a race.

Supermoto class and race with Superbike-CoachSuitable to

  • Street and track riders who have a any kind of Supermoto bike 
  • At least intermediate level or went through our Cornering program
  • Riders who want to learn Supermoto style
  • Want to learn to backing-it-in and to pass
  • Want to do a race (a bucket list thing for some)

What You Get

The Stockton Little 99 Raceway is a perfect place to run such class. The high repeating frequency leads to quick improvements. The student headcount is a little less than in all other classes and we’ll have a EMT, which explains the slight higher ticket price. This high paced class will conclude in fun heat races, where students can put to use what they’ve learned in a controlled environment that respects their fellow students, where we keep hooligans in check. Now how cool’s that?!

Riding a Supermoto is a total different approach, so you’ll learn specific lines- body positioning- shifting-  backing-it-in and passing. Furthermore body positioning, lines and viewing technique, passing and race strategies are subjects as well as learning to start from the grid before you’ll line up for a heat race and to qualify for the final.

Don’t wait to grab a spot because we’re doing this class only once per year.

Headcoach Can Akkaya, Superbike-Coach Corp

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Superbike-Coach Ducati Panigale V4R
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2024 Ducati Panigale V4R conversion, The Reveal

September 9, 2024/0 Comments/in About bikes/by Can Akkaya

There it is! The reveal of the entire Panigale V4R has come. Coach Can describes some of the mods and makes some remarks about the choices he has made. The bike looks absolutely stunning and we hope you like it as well.

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Superbikecoach atLaguna Seca
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2024 Ducati Panigale V4R conversion, part 14

September 7, 2024/0 Comments/in About bikes/by Can Akkaya

Coach Can Akkaya of te Superbike-Coach Corp finally got the bike ready for Laguna Seca. He talks about how it went, and his impressions of the bike and its modifications. An enjoyable weekend at the track despite his injuries. He also talks about his new MotoGear race suits and the stage 2 tune from BT Tune. His first attempts to set up suspension and geometry of the bike are very insightful. We’re almost ready to show you finally the entire bike :-)

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For a BT Tunde discount: https://www.superbike-coach.com/class-schedule/dates-locations/student-goodies/

 

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Highly highly recommend. 5 stars isn’t a high enough rating. Best decision I ever made. I was looking for a place that offered one on one classes cause I didn’t feel ready for a group class. The coach was super knowledgeable and very patient. He really took his time going over everything in detail and making you feel safe and comfortable. Gave me the confidence I needed to go into a group class. Had me riding in less then an hour. I highly recommend I will be signing up for more classes.
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Great training session! Finally training that isn’t just parking lot drills!
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EDITED REVIEW: 7/17/26 After my first 1:1 with head coach Can Akkaya, I was motivated to take the cornering class day 1… what I got from that day has been life changing. I’ve signed up for the suspension workshop and cornering day 2, as someone who had basically given up on riding a motorcycle all together! These guys are LEGIT! As an absolute beginner, I got more than I ever expected and advanced riders in the class had the same experience. I cannot recommend this program enough for anyone and everyone at all levels to develop skills and knowledge Plus it was so fun, funny, and we came away feeling like we are a part of a family! 5 ++++ stars Original review: I would like to say thank you for helping me get over my fear of riding during our one on one class. As a coach / trainer myself, I appreciated your knowledgeable, no-nonsense and practical approach as well as subtle cues to guide me to safely and effectively operate a motorcycle. I got some of my confidence back and am looking forward to the cornering classes now and possibly a track day or two!
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I had an amazing experience on day 1 of cornering school. Hearing coach Can's experience and credentials put insane faith into what he was saying and teaching me. After taking just a days worth of teaching into my daily riding I felt more stable and mentally finding a better line in my canyon runs and city streets. You have to understand though this isnt just a class to learn how be a faster rider. Its about how to be fast AND SAFE. We all love motorcycles and we want to keep doing it so practicing what coach teaches you is so so important. im already signed up for day 2 and 3 and im excited to go back. understand you may drop your bike so make sure its protected and so are you. wear your gear, ride smart, and be prepared.
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I had an amazing time learning from Superbike-Coach and his team. It was challenging at times because you realized how much you’ve been doing wrong as a rider, but Coach is reallyvtryingvtobsetvyou up to win. Even with a full class, the team pays attention to what you need to work on to be the best rider you can be. As a woman who rides, I felt seen and honestly, his daughter Jill is an amazing rider to learn from. I’m taking all 3 classes and will continue to grow my skills through his courses. 10/10 recommend.
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OK. Turning Class Day 1 was fantastic - I hate using that word but that’s THE best way to describe it. I am not exaggerating. We took the class as a family. My wife, a TOTALLY frightened noob with who worked with Can the weekend before and felt she wanted to go for it because he was such a good teacher (I guess unlike her husband, LOL). For me, 40+ years of riding and being a “good rider” and finding REALLY being a good rider are two different things. Can Akkaya (the instructor/ coach) watched me ride at Little 99 in Sacramento and after the first round was able to offer training and suggestions that instantly made my riding smoother and more efficient. I really enjoyed class in between track session as he and his team covered some pretty serious, potentially life saving, techniques and skills that the students were immediately able to apply and practice in real time on the track. He made it fun, we laughed, frequently at ourselves, but he impressed upon all the students the significance of how and why the riding techniques are used. This is not the State motorcycle safety course my wife just went through - which I feel is NOT worth it as I lost my mind watching her take it. But that’s is just MY opinion. Yet, this is what you NEED if you want to be a successful rider. What ever rider type you choose to be. Can knows his stuff. Seriously. Of that there is no doubt. He doesn’t mince words. He lets you know honestly, and with a true sense of caring and frequently with a bit of humor mixed in, what you need to do to be successful as a rider. I have a goal. I want to do track days and ultimately to race and be competitive at whatever level I am at that moment. I want to get better at every chance I am able. He is providing those tools. If you want to get better, this is THE guy. Seriously you should do it, it may save your life. My wife enjoyed the experience so much she signed us up for more classes so I guess we’ll see you at Turning Classes 2 and 3 or at the Suspension Class.
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Original post from 8/2025 and updated 9/9/2025, then 7/15/2026 at the end: What an experience! My son and I have been riding for a bit over a year commuting every day. I have done a track day with some instruction at Thunderhill West with a reputable provider. I’ve watched maybe a hundred hours of motorcycle YouTube (the good stuff, not the influencers) and read Keith Code and Lee Park’s books. That may sound reasonable and all, but we learned more about how to ride a motorcycle in the first two hours of class than all of the above put together. Literally, not figuratively. This class and Coach are what I was searching for. Dozens upon dozens of laps on a tight technical track with multiple coaches circulating amongst the riders, following you as an individual rider through multiple corners, then leading you through entire laps. Not just one offs, but ALL DAY. The coach to participant ratio is bananas. Coaches that learn your name, care about you, and give you actionable feedback. They create an intimate environment that encourages organic community building, sets the tone for no ego/no posturing, simultaneously hilarious and deadly serious about the subject matter. Passionate about instruction? An understatement. A few times in my life I have been lucky to know people that are elite at doing and elite at teaching. Elite at anything is an achievement but at both? That’s Coach. 9/9/2025 update: I have now taken five classes with Coach and can't recommend him and his team highly enough. If you are on the fence, get off and sign up now. The support you'll get from Coach, his team and your classmates will put you at ease, and if you fully engage and put your trust in them, you quickly won't recognize yourself as a rider. After completing Cornering School Days 1, 2 and 3, along with the Suspension Workshop, my son and were chatting with each other saying "can you imagine riding a motorcycle and NOT having taken these classes?" I know it makes me sound like a crazy person, but it feels literally criminally unsafe to imagine folks out there riding without the skills you'll learn from Coach. True no matter what kind of motorcycle you ride, but especially true if you ride any kind of performance motorcycle. It's like being unplugged from the Matrix. Eye opening does not begin to describe the experience. I thought in taking these classes, I would learn how to be more confident through corners on the street and track, and while that's exactly what I have gotten, I wasn't prepared for how cool (and radical) the skills are that add up to that kind of confidence. Everything I had hoped I would get out of the classes, I did, and yet they have helped me realize just how tall the mountain is, how far below base camp I truly am, and yet have shown me the path to climb to my max potential. I mentioned I took five classes, but only listed four different classes above, and that's not a typo. The fifth class I took is a repeat of Cornering School Day 1. In fact I plan to repeat all three days of Cornering School, and likely _more than once_. I met classmates who have been through all three days multiple times. Why would anyone do that? In short: these classes are THAT packed with information and experiential learning. It's not just the reps on track, these classes are that effective. The physical and psychological environment are that effective. Feeling your knowledge, skill set, confidence and as a result your pace on the track increase is that effective. Coach and his team are insanely motivating and they truly and deeply care about what they are doing and about their students. The man wears his heart on his sleeve, and pours his entire heart and soul into what he is doing. So again, stop what you are doing and sign up for Cornering School Day 1 now. You quite literally won't recognize yourself on a motorcycle after. 7/15/2026 update: Repeated classes (cornering, knee down, etc) so many times I’ve lost count. Completed rookie track day, and a 1 on 1 with Coach and Jill at Little 99. Lifetime of learning possible with Coach!
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Another great day on track! This is my second time taking the Day 1 cornering class with Coach Can and his team. I gained new skills and more confidence. I am looking forward to continuing the cornering series and improving my skills.
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Took their Cornering Day 1 as a new rider with about 2 months of experience. I had an inflated ego, so I pushed too hard before even learning about the lines and cornering strategies, and I ended up lowsiding on my first session. It was embarrassing, but the team handled the crash aftermath perfectly for me by fixing the dangling headlight and a bent shifter lever on my bike. I was able to continue with the rest of the day thanks to them. Thank you Mark! I learned not only about cornering, but also how fast the coach really is, gear selection, emergency braking, and mentally recovering after a crash. Just like what other people said, it was a very humbling experience. Will be coming back for Day 1 repeat and Day 2. Highly recommended.

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