Was this on a Supersportor the R7. They run taller
'Daytona" gearing on the bikes for that race. 1st gear is probably good for up to 80mph or more.
A racer runs whatever gear he needs to stay in the powerband. They treat 1st gear the same as the rest because unlike most us hacks, they have good throttle control.
Personally for my own safety If I'm doing under 50 mph I'd rather lug 2nd than grab 1st.
'Daytona" gearing on the bikes for that race. 1st gear is probably good for up to 80mph or more.
A racer runs whatever gear he needs to stay in the powerband. They treat 1st gear the same as the rest because unlike most us hacks, they have good throttle control.
Personally for my own safety If I'm doing under 50 mph I'd rather lug 2nd than grab 1st.