Dirt Bike Lesson No. 1

step 1.


You will fall off a 2 stroke quickly and could be detered from learning.Fourstrokes are easy and fun to ride, and have great power. Make sure you get a bike that is the right size for you because you don't want something too big that you can't handle-your dealer or whoever you are buying from will help you with that. I would suggest a 100-250cc older,cheaper bike, its preferable to dropping an expensive brand new bike.


Speed: When you are riding down a nice straightaway and you feel like goosing it, try to start in a low gear. This keeps you in better control and will conserve energy.

Turning: The trick to getting maximum speed and the best setup in a turn is control. Stick with it and keep steady power. Keep your outside elbow up and your inside leg out


humps: Hitting big jumps can be scary if you are not comfortable with your riding ability yet.
Lift up your handlebars and stand up a little.Before you hit the ground, give a little gas so your bike will flow smoothly.


step 2.

• Always be aware of speed limits, crossing points, and pedestrians. They have the right of way.
• Always ride with a camelback or fender pack...keep sparkplugs, tools, energy bars, water and a cellphone with you at all times. You never know when you will need it.
• Magazines such as Motocross Action and Transworld MX give great tips on making adjustments to your bike.
• Don't get cocky about what you can do on your bike. You will likely get brought back to earth pretty quickly.
• When jumping from dirt ramp to dirt ramp over a gap make sure to get the right speed. Going too slow, just like going too fast, might be painful.
• If your a first time rider, don't push yourself too hard, learning to ride a dirtbike is like learning to ride a peddle bike.
• Watch for arm-pump ( forearms/hands getting extremely tired) could be potentially dangerous!
• When building jumps, start small and work your way up. Try the jump before adding on to it.

warning:

• Always wear MOTORCYCLE protective gear. A hockey helmet might save you from the puck, but not from falling from a motorcycle. Similarly, knee/elbow pads for rollerskating aren't sufficient for riding a motorcycle. If you fail to follow these directions, it may result in serious injury or DEATH.
• Don't let your friends ride your bike. If they crash, that's just one more part you have to buy!
• If you're going to do tricks, make sure you know what you're doing and are not going to kill yourself. Don't try to impress your friends with something you can't do because chances are you will crash and they will laugh.
• Know your limits.
• Make sure that where you are riding is safe and you are allowed to be there

Things you'll need

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