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hey guy i went to the track the other day and i was wondering some ways to jump farther
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Yep, going faster is the best way. The real key is to carry more speed through the turns...both cutting your lap times and allowing you to hit the jumps faster.
If you'll notice, with the current pro riders being able to easily clear most obstacles, they have switched from trying to jump high and far to getting just enough air to clear something and getting back on the ground where they can be accelerating. The "Bubba Scrub" is the perfect example.
If you'll notice, with the current pro riders being able to easily clear most obstacles, they have switched from trying to jump high and far to getting just enough air to clear something and getting back on the ground where they can be accelerating. The "Bubba Scrub" is the perfect example.
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thanks
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im also wondering if it is better to seat bounce or preload the front suspension
Every jump is different, and each one requires it's own technique. Your ability in the corners, the landing from the previous jump, and track conditions all play into the technique required to get over. An easy third gear hop on a beautiful morning can easily become barely possible after a long day of riding and a few inches of rain. Seat bouncing is better WHEN it is needed and only harder otherwise.
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thanks frudaddy but what do you suggest i do at a track thats clayish and has a lot of run up
Brake late and hard into the corner, accelerate early and hard out of the corner, don't let up. If you find yourself jumping too far, scrub the lip. The key to speed is to get back to the ground as quickly as possible while still clearing the jump. Don't bother preloading the suspension if you can clear the jump with speed alone.
I would expect that trying to preload only the front suspension would yield a result similar to suddenly accelerating on the face. A rather unpleasant flight.
I would expect that trying to preload only the front suspension would yield a result similar to suddenly accelerating on the face. A rather unpleasant flight.
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haha thanks for the advice indy
