chewgravel
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- Aug 28, 2004
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Hi all. I have been reading through the techniques forum and have learned from the tips that have been giving.
Pretty new to dirt riding, so curious about some things.
Can someone explain when fanning the clutch should be used. I know what it means and have experimented in the turns. I ride a 4 stroke, XT225. Not a real motocross bike, but have put on knobbys and am playing in sand.
Also, notice the front end likes to dip in turns sometimes. I am adament about staying on the gas in the turns, but still get that dip sometimes. I have not done anything with the suspension of this bike. Can anyone tell me specifically what adjustments I should make to it's suspension? I am 5'8" and weigh 125.
Also, I have been told to keep my feet on the pegs, and not use my foot turning. Is there a time and place for that? I watch motocross on TV and see the pros use their foot out quite a bit?
Probably riding this bike a bit harder than it is meant to be ridden, but haveing a great time with it. Fits me and it is kind of hard to find a 4 stroke that is not too tall that is made more for motocross.
Any riding advice appreciated.
Thanks in advance
Pretty new to dirt riding, so curious about some things.
Can someone explain when fanning the clutch should be used. I know what it means and have experimented in the turns. I ride a 4 stroke, XT225. Not a real motocross bike, but have put on knobbys and am playing in sand.
Also, notice the front end likes to dip in turns sometimes. I am adament about staying on the gas in the turns, but still get that dip sometimes. I have not done anything with the suspension of this bike. Can anyone tell me specifically what adjustments I should make to it's suspension? I am 5'8" and weigh 125.
Also, I have been told to keep my feet on the pegs, and not use my foot turning. Is there a time and place for that? I watch motocross on TV and see the pros use their foot out quite a bit?
Probably riding this bike a bit harder than it is meant to be ridden, but haveing a great time with it. Fits me and it is kind of hard to find a 4 stroke that is not too tall that is made more for motocross.
Any riding advice appreciated.
Thanks in advance