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Notics · 04-18-2006, 10:14 AM

Riding/Racing tips

Newbies and experienced riders alike will often fall prey to the "panic steer". This is where you come too hot into a corner and you don't think you can stay on the track, so you stand the bike straight up and naturally run off the track. One of the most important things to remember when trying to keep your intended line through each corner is to look where you want to go, not where you don't want to go! If you look at the grass on the side of the track or the rider that just slid out in front of you, that is what your mind communicates to your body and that is typically where you steer. Also, don't look immediately ahead of the bike, look well ahead of the bike. Depending on your speed, you are talking 3-10 bike lengths or more ahead of you. For example, if you are approaching a corner, look just past the apex. Look at some pictures of professionals and you'll see where their eyes/head are pointing.

When racing, you need to develop multiple lines through each series of corners. Typically you will find an "ideal" line that gets you through the corners fastest, but you also need a 2nd and maybe a 3rd line and practice those. The reason being is typically the fastest line is also the same line most of the other racers will use, and you have to select an alternate line to get around them. You can't pass someone if you are using the same line!
Stretch before practicing/racing! Develop a stretching routine has numerous benefits, including better flexibility on the bike and reduced chance of injury in a crash. When stretching, don't do the "bounch stretch" (quick stretches that alternate between minimal stretching and stretching to the limit of pain), as this can cause injury in itself. Rather slowly and steadily apply pressure, hold it, and then ease off of it and either repeat or go to the next stretch. It takes awhile before you'll notice you can stretch farther, but it is worth the effort. It is also wise to warm up your muscles before stretching, as stretching cold muscles can lead to injury also.

KTO Racing

*Sleeves* · 05-19-2006, 10:22 PM

I wanna see some good riding ! just like he described!

theNatural · 06-06-2007, 09:24 PM

sweet, speaking of corner turns, what would be the best strategy when turning, release the throttle and squeeze both breaks till you finish the turn or just keep reving while you turn?

*Sleeves* · 06-06-2007, 11:34 PM

for now , try all your braking before your turn ,and to get back up , use throttle

inthelead83 · 06-07-2007, 09:12 AM

yea, you really wanna roll through the center smoothly other than hammering on the brake and flooring it, that just screws up your line.

frikin_bike! · 06-07-2007, 09:34 AM

I think we should have a stretch time before every race

*Sleeves* · 06-07-2007, 03:38 PM

There are many techniques to riding . Finding a style that works for you is the key .
I have been trying some new ones lately . From out of the starting line , to turns and braking . Got some real interesting braking ideas from a friend , which i am going to try next time out .
i have been working on my style of riding lots lately . And am noticing a difference in speed and confidence in the turns .
Will remind you all that none of the riding i have been working on would be possible without any of my gear . Full leathers , helmet ,gloves and shoes .
Otherwise would not do this .
I find also riding with experienced riders helps your riding . Watching them in corners , and out of the hole . AND not to mention actually getting out there and doing it , riding !

Bigbone57 · 06-08-2007, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sleeves

There are many techniques to riding . Finding a style that works for you is the key .
I have been trying some new ones lately . From out of the starting line , to turns and braking . Got some real interesting braking ideas from a friend , which i am going to try next time out .
i have been working on my style of riding lots lately . And am noticing a difference in speed and confidence in the turns .
Will remind you all that none of the riding i have been working on would be possible without any of my gear . Full leathers , helmet ,gloves and shoes .
Otherwise would not do this .
I find also riding with experienced riders helps your riding . Watching them in corners , and out of the hole . AND not to mention actually getting out there and doing it , riding !

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inthelead83 · 06-08-2007, 03:41 PM

DUDE! THERES A HOTEL LIKE 2 KM's AWAY! IM SO EXCITED WILL PHONE YA LATER!

inthelead83 · 06-08-2007, 03:42 PM

If You Need A Ride Anywhere I Will Drive Ya Anything To Make This Happen!!! Ahhh Im Excited!

04-18-2006, 10:14 AM	#1 (permalink)
Notics Decent Rider Join Date: Feb 2006 My Gallery Location: Toronto Posts: 37	Riding & Racing Tips Riding/Racing tips Newbies and experienced riders alike will often fall prey to the "panic steer". This is where you come too hot into a corner and you don't think you can stay on the track, so you stand the bike straight up and naturally run off the track. One of the most important things to remember when trying to keep your intended line through each corner is to look where you want to go, not where you don't want to go! If you look at the grass on the side of the track or the rider that just slid out in front of you, that is what your mind communicates to your body and that is typically where you steer. Also, don't look immediately ahead of the bike, look well ahead of the bike. Depending on your speed, you are talking 3-10 bike lengths or more ahead of you. For example, if you are approaching a corner, look just past the apex. Look at some pictures of professionals and you'll see where their eyes/head are pointing. When racing, you need to develop multiple lines through each series of corners. Typically you will find an "ideal" line that gets you through the corners fastest, but you also need a 2nd and maybe a 3rd line and practice those. The reason being is typically the fastest line is also the same line most of the other racers will use, and you have to select an alternate line to get around them. You can't pass someone if you are using the same line! Stretch before practicing/racing! Develop a stretching routine has numerous benefits, including better flexibility on the bike and reduced chance of injury in a crash. When stretching, don't do the "bounch stretch" (quick stretches that alternate between minimal stretching and stretching to the limit of pain), as this can cause injury in itself. Rather slowly and steadily apply pressure, hold it, and then ease off of it and either repeat or go to the next stretch. It takes awhile before you'll notice you can stretch farther, but it is worth the effort. It is also wise to warm up your muscles before stretching, as stretching cold muscles can lead to injury also. KTO Racing __________________ www.ktoracing.ca sales@ktoracing.ca " Do it once, and Do it right" http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/8...odudeme7gw.jpg

05-19-2006, 10:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
Sleeves Pocketbike Dealer Join Date: Oct 2005 My Gallery Real Name: ??? Pocketbikes Owned: 2 Location: winnipeg Posts: 2,568	I wanna see some good riding ! just like he described! __________________ RCMRRA OWNER 06' P1 BMS competition BZM 15.5hp Open 50cc 05' DM Telai - ZPF 18 h.p Open 50cc 07' Pitsterpro 125cc 08' CBR125r 96' Gsx-r 600

06-06-2007, 11:34 PM	#4 (permalink)
Sleeves Pocketbike Dealer Join Date: Oct 2005 My Gallery Real Name: ??? Pocketbikes Owned: 2 Location: winnipeg Posts: 2,568	for now , try all your braking before your turn ,and to get back up , use throttle __________________ RCMRRA OWNER 06' P1 BMS competition BZM 15.5hp Open 50cc 05' DM Telai - ZPF 18 h.p Open 50cc 07' Pitsterpro 125cc 08' CBR125r 96' Gsx-r 600

06-07-2007, 09:12 AM	#5 (permalink)
inthelead83 Pocketbike King Join Date: Nov 2005 My Gallery Real Name: Shawn Pocketbikes Owned: 5 Location: Pine Ridge Posts: 1,865	yea, you really wanna roll through the center smoothly other than hammering on the brake and flooring it, that just screws up your line. __________________ RCMRRA - Vice President Proud Owner of: Modded Blata b1 Origami, Blata Elite 11, & Moto-Vert www.rcpra.net 3rd Place overall in CCMRRS 50cc pocketbikes 3rd Place overall in CCMRRS Open Mini Motard

06-07-2007, 09:34 AM	#6 (permalink)
frikin_bike! Moderator One of the good guys Join Date: Jan 2006 My Gallery Real Name: Jeremy Pocketbikes Owned: 3 Location: RM of Portage la Prairie, mb Posts: 940	I think we should have a stretch time before every race __________________ winners never win, the people that take you down and take your flag. They are the winners

06-06-2007, 09:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
theNatural Pocketbike Master Join Date: May 2007 My Gallery Real Name: Kevin Pocketbikes Owned: 2 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 134	sweet, speaking of corner turns, what would be the best strategy when turning, release the throttle and squeeze both breaks till you finish the turn or just keep reving while you turn?

06-07-2007, 03:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
Sleeves Pocketbike Dealer Join Date: Oct 2005 My Gallery Real Name: ??? Pocketbikes Owned: 2 Location: winnipeg Posts: 2,568	There are many techniques to riding . Finding a style that works for you is the key . I have been trying some new ones lately . From out of the starting line , to turns and braking . Got some real interesting braking ideas from a friend , which i am going to try next time out . i have been working on my style of riding lots lately . And am noticing a difference in speed and confidence in the turns . Will remind you all that none of the riding i have been working on would be possible without any of my gear . Full leathers , helmet ,gloves and shoes . Otherwise would not do this . I find also riding with experienced riders helps your riding . Watching them in corners , and out of the hole . AND not to mention actually getting out there and doing it , riding ! __________________ RCMRRA OWNER 06' P1 BMS competition BZM 15.5hp Open 50cc 05' DM Telai - ZPF 18 h.p Open 50cc 07' Pitsterpro 125cc 08' CBR125r 96' Gsx-r 600

06-08-2007, 03:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
inthelead83 Pocketbike King Join Date: Nov 2005 My Gallery Real Name: Shawn Pocketbikes Owned: 5 Location: Pine Ridge Posts: 1,865	DUDE! THERES A HOTEL LIKE 2 KM's AWAY! IM SO EXCITED WILL PHONE YA LATER! __________________ RCMRRA - Vice President Proud Owner of: Modded Blata b1 Origami, Blata Elite 11, & Moto-Vert www.rcpra.net 3rd Place overall in CCMRRS 50cc pocketbikes 3rd Place overall in CCMRRS Open Mini Motard

06-08-2007, 03:42 PM	#10 (permalink)
inthelead83 Pocketbike King Join Date: Nov 2005 My Gallery Real Name: Shawn Pocketbikes Owned: 5 Location: Pine Ridge Posts: 1,865	If You Need A Ride Anywhere I Will Drive Ya Anything To Make This Happen!!! Ahhh Im Excited! __________________ RCMRRA - Vice President Proud Owner of: Modded Blata b1 Origami, Blata Elite 11, & Moto-Vert www.rcpra.net 3rd Place overall in CCMRRS 50cc pocketbikes 3rd Place overall in CCMRRS Open Mini Motard

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