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Jumping: scared, HELP!
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[QUOTE="wannayz, post: 646519, member: 34378"] I like this post because it lets me know I'm not alone. I'm 45 and just took it up last season after a lifetime of wanting to do it (thank you Mr. Kneivel, "Then Came Bronson", and of course "On Any Sunday"). The thing is MX is the only legal dirt riding for me near NYC and it scares the crap out of me every time I get out there. I resist the urge to pick up my pace before I'm comfortable. Everyone says to push yourself but that's when I end up washing out, eventually. But my skill level and speed are definitely increasing AFTER taking it slowly to a comfort level first. So aside from that advice, of not getting ahead of your basic skills to avoid injury I agree that gripping the tank is the single most important thing I've learned. Of course stand, get your weight somewhat forward and yes ACCELERATE right off the jump (Not constant throttle but GENTLY ACCELERATE). You will keep the front wheel up that way and manipulate the bike's attitude between your knees right to touch down. By holding on with your knees you have more control of the throttle too because you are not in a death grip. Don't be unhappy with one or two feet. That'll grow with confidence. [/QUOTE]
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