How Do You Master Tight Turns In Motocross Racing?
Increasing your overall performance in motocross racing depends upon your control of the bike in tight turns as well as speed on the straight track. Riders who haven’t mastered a sharp turn lose time that might cost them the race. You can increase your race time by tightening your turns. Enter the turn before braking. Use the brake to bring the back tire around when you reach the apex of the turn. Slide up on the tank. If you watch motocross races, you will notice that the riders sit forward during turns. This shifts your center of gravity forward, reducing the chance for the front wheel to catch in a rut. Extend your leg into the turn. If you’re turning left, extend your left leg forward, towards the front wheel and hold it approximately 6 inches above the ground. Be careful not to touch it to the ground as it could snag, injuring your leg or off balancing your bike. Accelerate after your rear wheel passes the apex of the turn. Increase your speed gradually; hitting the throttle too h
