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Trying to get the hang of this dirtbike thing.
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[QUOTE="76GMC1500, post: 1189725, member: 73139"] Some quickies... You don't need to pull in the clutch every time you get on the brakes. Leaving the clutch out makes the rear wheel slightly less likely to lock up. If your engine doesn't idle, it keeps it turning so you have power again as soon as you get back on the throttle. On hills, getting far forward is not always best. It works pretty well for the quickies that are only about 10-15 feet of climb. For the tall ones, I like to ride in a neutral position on hills. If the hill is slick, I will slowly lean back until the front wheel starts to come up. I ride in this position for most of the hill because it maximizes traction. If the hill has a turn, I return to the neutral position for the turn. If there is a rocky area, I will get forward because the rear wheel will hook up on the rocks and make the bike want to wheelie. As the hill gets steeper, you will have to get further forward. If you have problems with the rear fish-tailing around, try to hit the hill with a little more speed for the next run. You are right that the ATV's can turn harder. They have more rubber on the ground. For the foot position, the best place is forward and off the ground. Put it up by the front axle. Ideally, it shouldn't touch the ground. If you're having problems catching things with your foot, keep it on the pegs. It doesn't need to be hanging out with the front wheel where it's vulnerable. Here is a shot of a slide, notice the foot isn't on the ground. Also notice the body position. Notice that I am sitting on the top of the bike in the lean. I try to keep my weight over the point where the tires contact the ground. If traction is good, I can shift my body weight towards the center of the turn. Once in the slide or while riding burms, I shift my weight slightly towards the rear. [IMG]http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c8/76GMC1500/SpringBreak07023resize.jpg[/IMG] [/QUOTE]
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