Pro Motocross and Off-Road Riding Techniques

Name: Pro Motocross and Off-Road Riding Techniques
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ISBN: 9780760308318

ISBN-10: 0760308314

ISBN-13: 9780760308318

Edition: 2nd 2000

Authors: Donnie Bales, Gary Semics

List price: $24.95

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In addition to pro tips and step-by-step photos on jumping, cornering, braking, starting, training, and more, this popular dirt rider's bible has been fully updated to include the very latest techniques in full-color photos. All-new information features data on four-stroke bikes, as well as updated information on the latest body positions, bar set-ups, and jumping techniques that reflect the current emphasis on front-wheel landings. Up-to-date advice makes this an essential guide for today's off-road racers and riders. The author is Jeremy McGrath's personal trainer.

Book details

List price: $24.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2000
Publisher: MBI Publishing Company LLC
Publication date: 12/10/2000
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 8.00" wide x 10.50" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 2.046
Language: English



Foreword



Acknowledgments


Introduction


Gary Semics on Riding Techniques



Riding Gear


How to Choose the Necessities



Motorcycle Setup Tips


The Most Critical Time You Can Spend with Your Bike



Terrain and Conditions


A Sampling of What Mother Nature Has to Offer



Body Position


The Starting Point


Gary Semics on Body Position



Braking


The Fine Art of Slowing Down


Gary Semics on Braking



Acceleration


More Than Just a Handful of Throttle


Gary Semics on Acceleration



Cornering


A Look at the World of Turns


Gary Semics on Cornering



Jumps


The Search for Air


Gary Semics on Jumps



Ruts


Mind over Matter



Whoops


Timing and Rhythm Are Key


Gary Semics on Whoops



Off-Road Obstacles


Nature's Way of Fighting Back



Passing


Tricks of the Trade



Starts


What to Do When the Gate Drops


Gary Semics on Starts



Practice


The Only Road to the Top



Adapting to Different Bikes


How Weight and Horsepower Affect Riding Techniques



Strategy


Power of the Mind


Gary Semics on Strategy



Four-Strokes


How to Use This Different Motor Type to Your Advantage



Newspapers, Magazines, Instructional Videos, and Riding Schools


Glossary


Index