AMA motocross under lights
This will be only the fourth time the gate has dropped for an AMA Motocross at Thunder Valley. The first AMA Motocross race was held at Thunder Valley on July 24, 2005, with Ricky Carmichael winning on a Suzuki. Ricky Carmichael won the first two races at Thunder Valley, with James Stewart breaking through with his only win for last season.
Motocross racing starts
Make sure you keep your weight as far forward as possible and evenly balanced on the bike. If you have trouble touching the ground with both feet you can use starting blocks which are required to be certain dimensions set by various racing governing bodies. If you are not balanced correctly the bike will jut to the left or right and you may lose control.
Bilko back in the game in Baltimore
To come back here and take it out, you know, I’m stoked,” Williams said. “Nate and I are good friends so should be a good year battling together and everyone else is obviously going to step it up.”
Ronnie Renner to attempt the biggest air on a motorcycle
Renner is a respected freestyle motocross veteran, will attempt to establish the Guinness World Record for highest air ever attained on a motorcycle. This kind of attempt is not something Renner is known for as he seemed to be more focused on style, highlighted by huge whips, rather than risk-taking, Renner assures everyone that he’s ready to soar into freestyle fame. “My whole career has been shaping up to do something unique like this,” he said. “I feel like the sport needs it. I don’t want to just be a trick guy. This is where my heart is at.”
Black duck valley motorcycle park reopened
Black Duck Valley has reopened after a recent enquiry into the safety of the motorcycle park resulted in the closure of the freestyle motocross ramps and tracks 1 and 4.
The park has implemented additional safety measures to meet the concerns of safety raised by various members of the community. Black Duck Valley Motorcycle […]
Redlands shire to get new motocross track
Redland City Council is investigating the possibility of providing a site for the development of a new motorcycle facility. Initially catering for Motocross riding. A lot of tracks and venues have been closed or are threatened with closure. Regardless of your own location, a motocross facility in Redlands will enhance the sport and provide a safe alternative for riders of all ages.
Timing supercross jumps
One of the most difficult and envied supercross riding talent is the ability to time triples, doubles and rhythm sections to land precisely on the down face of a jump lap after lap.
So whats the secret?
How do the pros do it so well?
Correctly timing jumping distance depends on the type of dirt bike, slope and […]
Mat Rebeaud wins Red Bull X-Fighters Freestyle Motocross in Texas
Robbie Maddison (AUS) had to learn the dangers of extreme rodeo riding the hard way in his semi-final against Jeremy Stenberg. The Australian FMX star fell heavily on the huge course featuring seven kickers and a ten-meter-high quarterpipe. “I landed hard after pulling a Backflip Cordova and my kneecap popped out. I couldn’t bend the joint anymore so I was forced to quit the competition straight away. On the way back to the riders’ camp it popped back in on its own. Now I’m really going to go for it at the next Red Bull X-Fighters event.”
One motion corners
“Making a smooth corner is best accomplished when you can do several things, all at once: let off the brakes, sit down and lean the bike over. When you sit down, the suspension will compress, which will in turn make the bike easier to lean over.” - Ryan Hughes
Steer with your butt
This will help the bike get traction and drive forward. Pushing out will make the rear tire slide.
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