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Message: [QUOTE="robwbright, post: 1016745, member: 60515"] If you're not used to being as forward as you're supposed to be, then it will feel like you are too far forward. It took me about 4 or 5 rides/races to get used to the proper position. It feels almost like the position you should be in on the starting gate. It's wierd till you get used to it. As you pass the apex and near the exit of the corner, you begin to move your weight back a little to gain traction on the rear wheel for powering out of the corner. Also, CHECK YOUR TIRE PRESSURE! As I was learning the proper position after a riding class, I went to a race and washed out twice in the muddy pre-race practice. My confidence was shot and I thought I was doing something wrong. Then I checked the tire pressure in the front tire and found it was about 7 pounds. It should be 10-15 depending on conditions. I usually run 12-13. Oh yeah - take an MX riding class. It'll be the best money you spend on the bike. [/QUOTE]