Mx starts on concrete

Joemomma wrote:

 > My kid needs a little advice on a concrete start for tomorrows mx, and I
 > havent raced since, well lets just say concrete wasn't invented yet! He
 > does a second gear start in dirt and does fine, but at woodland they
 > have concrete, and he killed it, I know it could just be bad
 > cluth-throttle work, but does anybody have any hints? He rides the crf250
 >
 > Thanks
Most common problem with concrete starts is that people think they will
hook up on the concrete and loop out-so they don't get on it as much as
they should. However, your bike will get less traction on the concrete
than dirt. The key is to hold the throttle steady. Don't keep revving and
letting off until the gate drops, just grab a handful and let it go
steady-your RPM shouldn't vary at all. Then smoothly let out the clutch
when the gate drops-don't just let go of it, feed it smooth, and leave the
throttle steady. Be ready for the end of the concrete, as that is when you
will hook up. Don't bring your feet up on the pegs until after you grab
the next gear.
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2000 XR250, '74 Elsinore MR50 (original owner),
'99 CR80 (11yr old daughter), '96 RM80 (14yr old son), 2000 DS80 (visiting
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Awesome-Thanks, Jake

Joe

Jake #138 wrote:

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 > There are a few helpful ones there
 >
 >
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 > "Joemomma" <cupcake.DeleteThis@molalla.net> wrote in message
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 >
  >>My kid needs a little advice on a concrete start for tomorrows mx, and I
  >>havent raced since, well lets just say concrete wasn't invented yet! He
  >>does a second gear start in dirt and does fine, but at woodland they
  >>have concrete, and he killed it, I know it could just be bad
  >>cluth-throttle work, but does anybody have any hints? He rides the crf250
  >>
  >>Thanks
  >>--
  >>Joe
  >>
  >>
  >>CRF450 04
  >>CRF250 04
  >>CRF230 03
  >>XR500 85
  >>XR80 82
  >>
  >>Watching my 401k going down the driveway! Next time my kids roost me,
  >>I'm gonna gonna......where did they go!
  >>
 >
 >
 >

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Joe


CRF450 04
CRF250 04
CRF230 03
XR500 85
XR80 82

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Thanks Jake, nice site. Will give everybody a report saturday night!

Joe

Jake #138 wrote:

<font color=purple> > <a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.motocross-racing.com/forums/-riding-tips-index.asp</font" target="_blank">http://www.motocross-racing.com/forums/-riding-tips-index.asp</font</a>>
 >
 > There are a few helpful ones there
 >
 >
 >
 > "Joemomma" <cupcake RemoveThis @molalla.net> wrote in message
 > news:BIOdnawEEamMeqLd4p2dnA@scnresearch.com...
 >
  >>My kid needs a little advice on a concrete start for tomorrows mx, and I
  >>havent raced since, well lets just say concrete wasn't invented yet! He
  >>does a second gear start in dirt and does fine, but at woodland they
  >>have concrete, and he killed it, I know it could just be bad
  >>cluth-throttle work, but does anybody have any hints? He rides the crf250
  >>
  >>Thanks
  >>--
  >>Joe
  >>
  >>
  >>CRF450 04
  >>CRF250 04
  >>CRF230 03
  >>XR500 85
  >>XR80 82
  >>
  >>Watching my 401k going down the driveway! Next time my kids roost me,
  >>I'm gonna gonna......where did they go!
  >>
 >
 >
 >

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Joe


CRF450 04
CRF250 04
CRF230 03
XR500 85
XR80 82

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 >> Stay informed about: Mx starts on concrete 

If you want to be really "cool", hold the front brake and spin the rear
tire until you smoke it. Lays down a track of rubber to get grip on....
IF YOU'RE WILLING TO PAY FOR TIRES OR ARE A DRAG RACER!


Seriously, though, lots of clutch, smooth release and a steady throttle,
about half throttle until the dirt. Do not dump the clutch, but a
smooth, gradual, but quick release. Once you get to the dirt, hammer on!

Joemomma wrote:
 > My kid needs a little advice on a concrete start for tomorrows mx, and I
 > havent raced since, well lets just say concrete wasn't invented yet! He
 > does a second gear start in dirt and does fine, but at woodland they
 > have concrete, and he killed it, I know it could just be bad
 > cluth-throttle work, but does anybody have any hints? He rides the crf250
 >
 > Thanks


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1979 RM-125 (in restoration)
1991 RM-250 (in need of sale)
2002 CRF-450R (current love)
2002 SX-520 (motard)

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Here's what I like, half throttle as the pin moves feed clutch out (don't
dump)and roll throttle on at the same time.
That pad a Woodland is really slick if wet so he'll really need to drop the
R's and be very gentle with the clutch or he'll sit & spin.

My big question is,,,,,Joe, why aren't you racing???? They have a class for
you as well.
Doug
Pacific NorthWET/Oregon
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Well, lets think of an excuse,uh..............I plan to this summer at
albany, just trying to focus on my boys first year right now. Haven't
raced since I was 16, now 45 and don't know if I could keep my cigar lit
with these new full faced helmets!! Thanks for the tip, I think we are
going to madras bright and early, so he can race two classes and get
some more experience. Love your web site, you are right about meeting
great people and a few a-holes.

Joe

MXOldtimer wrote:
 > Here's what I like, half throttle as the pin moves feed clutch out (don't
 > dump)and roll throttle on at the same time.
 > That pad a Woodland is really slick if wet so he'll really need to drop the
 > R's and be very gentle with the clutch or he'll sit & spin.
 >
 > My big question is,,,,,Joe, why aren't you racing???? They have a class for
 > you as well.
 > Doug
 > Pacific NorthWET/Oregon
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Joe


CRF450 04
CRF250 04
CRF230 03
XR500 85
XR80 82

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 >..I plan to this summer at
 >albany,

Hey I love Albany, that's my fav track. Look for an Old guy w/# 211 I'll be
riding the 50 or 40 class. I hope to be at Madras on Sunday ,,,,but not sure
yet. (depends on my boys BB playoffs) I wont be at Albany the 7th I'm headed to
Az. to race.
Doug
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 >I hope to be at Madras on Sunday ,,,,but not sure
 >yet. (depends on my boys BB playoffs)

Bummer,,, wont make Madras Sunday.
Doug
Pacific NorthWET/Oregon
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Just got home thanks for the tips, it worked great, he got 3 great
holeshots (for a beginner) and one fair. Did great in the beg-beg class
and got last in the 125 beginner. But it was only his 3rd race ever. I,m
more than proud, and he sure is happy!! Haven't seen that smile since he
shot his elk last fall!! THANKS FOR THE TIPS EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Joe

MXOldtimer wrote:
  >>I hope to be at Madras on Sunday ,,,,but not sure
  >>yet. (depends on my boys BB playoffs)
 >
 >
 > Bummer,,, wont make Madras Sunday.
 > Doug
 > Pacific NorthWET/Oregon
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Joe


CRF450 04
CRF250 04
CRF230 03
XR500 85
XR80 82

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