I'm just starting out on trail riding and this has been super helpful! Clarified many of my questions. The comments really shed more light on the issue too
Thanks for the video. Not sure I understand the braking/shifting though. If I want to shift my foot forward, it means I need to put more weight on the other foot, which will likely steer the bike no?
New rider. Having a hard time with the new motocross boots as I started off in hiking boots. Please tell me it gets easier! I can't even think about shifting standing up, lol. Get comfortable shifting seated down first and then standing, or should just start practicing right away? Any advice appreciated... 🙂
First thing I recommend is to adjust the clutch pedal so you can fit your boot in there with no issues. Most riders have little room for a boot there in stock bikes. Eventually you won't be able to ride without mx boots, trust me 🤣 I was also overwhelmed the first time I tried boots, and thought "I'll never get used to this", my friends told me the same thing I told you before and I didn't believe. With time I realized they were absolutely right
Great vid, quick and simple. Newbie question - my hands and forearms tire badly, mostly because I am fighting against body momentum a lot of the time and have to hold on tight - I speed up, my body is thrown back, I let off the gas, its thrown ahead. I've tried being more subtle with the throttle and riding in higher gears, helps some... do you have a video on this or any tips?
You gotta get your chest more forward. It sounds like even though you think you are balanced, you are standing too upright with your chest. Keep your legs straight, but try to get you head up and over the bars. Try to see your number plate, but keep your head up when actually riding
When you have high revs and a low gear, the bike gets more "twitchy" and harder to control. It is also hard to control wheel spin, which reduces traction. In a higher gear and lower RPM, the ride becomes more smooth. Clutch is the tool to master to avoid stalling. It is your "manual" traction control.
Problem is moving feet forward for breaking of your on a fast hair hound race with lots of corners your braking so much it’s hardly worth moving foot back and forth.
I disagree with dropping your heels, when you drop your heels you are shifting your weight/the load rearward. If you get the front end light could be a potential problem. Stand on the ground lift the front of your feet up and see what happens to your body. You want to keep your feet as level as possible during riding. When you are coming to a hard stop dropping the heels is a good idea when you want to get over an obstacle with the front dropping your heels is a good idea but not for most of the ride. This is what I have found to be more optimal
Just want to say thank you. These tips are priceless. Straight to the point and very clear.
Thanks.
I'm just starting out on trail riding and this has been super helpful! Clarified many of my questions. The comments really shed more light on the issue too
Love these tips and tricks! Keep ‘‘em coming!!
Nice clear tips i have been applying these for a while,some good extra pointers!Thanks!
3:45 how are you locking the rear tire by pulling in the clutch if you're right foot isnt on the rear brake?
Greay video and tips. I know this video is older but the info is really helpful to me. Thank you for posting!! 💪😃👍
Very good explanation, looks like a fun trail!
Keep the basic instructional videos coming! Thanks!
Thank You! We will 👍🏻
Thanks for the video. Not sure I understand the braking/shifting though. If I want to shift my foot forward, it means I need to put more weight on the other foot, which will likely steer the bike no?
New rider. Having a hard time with the new motocross boots as I started off in hiking boots. Please tell me it gets easier! I can't even think about shifting standing up, lol. Get comfortable shifting seated down first and then standing, or should just start practicing right away? Any advice appreciated... 🙂
First thing I recommend is to adjust the clutch pedal so you can fit your boot in there with no issues. Most riders have little room for a boot there in stock bikes.
Eventually you won't be able to ride without mx boots, trust me 🤣 I was also overwhelmed the first time I tried boots, and thought "I'll never get used to this", my friends told me the same thing I told you before and I didn't believe. With time I realized they were absolutely right
It gets easier.
Always keeping it simple, slick and concise.. Thank you.
My dad use to make me stand the whole ride. I had kids really young so only recently have i been able to get back into riding
Great stuff man. I need this kind of help and explanation. Can you explain how to corner sharp at average speed. Eg 90 to 180. Corners.
Thanks for watching 👍🏻 We have been filming a lot lately and have some cool stuff coming.
WELL DONE 🏁
a question: you are leaning with the bike when you use heel drop technique, but I feel that in enduro we keep counter balance.
Thank you sir 🙏🇮🇳
That bike is so nice❤
I live down there! Tecate baja!!
Great vid, quick and simple. Newbie question - my hands and forearms tire badly, mostly because I am fighting against body momentum a lot of the time and have to hold on tight - I speed up, my body is thrown back, I let off the gas, its thrown ahead. I've tried being more subtle with the throttle and riding in higher gears, helps some... do you have a video on this or any tips?
You gotta get your chest more forward. It sounds like even though you think you are balanced, you are standing too upright with your chest. Keep your legs straight, but try to get you head up and over the bars. Try to see your number plate, but keep your head up when actually riding
@@davidsollenberger2998 Thanks, sounds like what I am doing wrong, this should help!
why low revs, high gear ? isnt it more likely to have a stall or not enough power to apply if suddenly needed ?
When you have high revs and a low gear, the bike gets more "twitchy" and harder to control. It is also hard to control wheel spin, which reduces traction. In a higher gear and lower RPM, the ride becomes more smooth. Clutch is the tool to master to avoid stalling. It is your "manual" traction control.
@@SocalOffroadSchool perfect, thank you
Thanks 🎉❤
Thanks a lot ! 🙌🙌
Awesome!!
Wow its like riding an mtb but on a different level
Great! In spanish!
Thank you!
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How far ahead do you look down the trail?
Problem is moving feet forward for breaking of your on a fast hair hound race with lots of corners your braking so much it’s hardly worth moving foot back and forth.
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I disagree with dropping your heels, when you drop your heels you are shifting your weight/the load rearward. If you get the front end light could be a potential problem. Stand on the ground lift the front of your feet up and see what happens to your body. You want to keep your feet as level as possible during riding. When you are coming to a hard stop dropping the heels is a good idea when you want to get over an obstacle with the front dropping your heels is a good idea but not for most of the ride. This is what I have found to be more optimal
I agree, turn by dropping heels is only suitable for slight turn, you still need to counter lean for sharp and technical terrain
The day I started “standing” was the day I stop “falling” off the bike
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all fun and games until your knees are a few inches above the seat
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