So you think you want to give motocross a go, eh? Great idea, motocross is a fun and healthy (and sometimes painful!) Sport which continues to grow in popularity worldwide. This article will guide you through some do's and don'ts to help you get organized and on the starting line for his first race.
Choosing a bike if you are just starting in the sport then no need for you to have the latest and greatest motorcycle. Apart from the fact that, initially, will not be able to mount a new motocross bike to its full potential anyway, there is also the consideration that if you decide the sport is not for you then you will have everything a toy expensive sitting in your garage that you have no use. Be realistic about whether a bike that suits you, it can be difficult to decide on a model when you have a lot of driving experience, but try to find something to say, it is easier to use. smaller displacement and preferably without modifying the bike is easier to ride.
Find a bike that seems in good condition, if you do not have much mechanical knowledge and then see if you can enlist the help of a friend who has some experience with bikes that come with you when you go to see a potential purchase. Check for obvious oil leaks, worn wheel bearings, indications that the bike has done a lot of work and may not have been well maintained. The end of the racing season and local time also new model of change can be a good time to go hunting, bicycle riders will be upgrading to the next season with the new bikes so it should be enough around on sale. Check your local listings and bicycle dealers, internet based sales moto sites are a great place to look too.
Riding Gear The same rule about not needing the latest and greatest application equipment mounting also the only one who really wishes to emphasize that buying new is his helmet. In that case, spend as much as you can afford the helmet, your head is one of your most precious parts! The rest of your team can be bought used, most motocross clubs have a newsletter that team have a sale horse classifieds section and various bits and pieces, as well as second-hand bikes, of check your local listings again and the usual places like Ebay second hand gear etc is a very good idea for children, even if they decide they like racing bikes growing so fast that you'll get your wallet constantly to update their team. After getting a helmet would probably prioritize goggles, boots, knee pads,Cycling Gloves, chest / elbow then riding pants and a jersey. Join a club and Practice riding OK, you're all equipped and has found the motocross bike of your dreams (or at least one you can afford!), Now has to go riding.
Find the local motocross club in your area and come together, they will be able to tell you when you are walking practice days and other important information such as how to go about getting a race license and some other technical details you need to study before a race. When you are practicing horsemanship, build your confidence slowly. Spend time mastering the basics of riding and then work your way up to riding at full speed and tackle some of the most difficult obstacles on the track. View experienced riders, take note of how to assemble the sections of the track that you're having problems. Most importantly, take your time, if you need to push a bit to improve, but if you feel uncomfortable with the way that is halfway decent and has an accident can take quite a while before you get your confidence back. This also applies to aggressive parents yelling at their kids see, if not having fun, what sense they do? Absorb as much information about riding techniques as you can and then apply them to yourself when you're out practicing.
Soon you'll be improving and growing more confident and comfortable. As fun as motocross is, it can still be a dangerous sport, so be careful. His first race right, his technique is razor sharp and you feel pretty fast, it's time to put everything to the test. Club meetings are a great way to start the races, which are low pressure and pretty casual and usually there are plenty of club members who will do what they can for the first time runners feel welcome. Getting to the meeting nice and early, register and have a look around. If at home track, then you know very well the design of all those practice laps. Attend a briefing before the race pilots and prepare for practice. Practice should not be a race, take your time and have a good look at the track and then put some pace and do a few laps at a speed close to what is run on. Once the program has started running, walking and take a look at how they are running start, take note of the procedure so you know what to expect when your career is over. Keep an eye on the running order and get to the starting line with plenty of time to spare before the race. Here in Australia the most common ways to decide which part of the door is via a random drawing, usually a numbered pin of a cube.
Choose what you want from door and then get into position, put your bike in gear when the table is up to 30 seconds to load the bike against the front brake (a technique where you apply the front brake and partially release the clutch until the bike is pushing against the brake) when the table is up to 5 seconds and when the door is already falling! Motocross racing is a great sport, but it can be quite intimidating when you start, remember to go at your own pace from the source and build their confidence and, above all, have fun!