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The “Five to Survive” Rule & Why You Should Use It
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Getting pretty good with the video production there Eon, your friend on the FJ nearly lost it there at 00:47 …gotta keep a closer eye on those sheep;)
TrialsRiderParticipantBeing a minder does inherit some risk, it takes a keen eye, ear, reflexes and practice to do it well, requires supreme confidence in the riders ability. I really enjoy the task myself, it’s the closest thing to team work in Trials competition, plus you get to tell the experts how to do things you can only imagine doing yourself The main task for the minder is to Not touch the bike until you are needed (that would be a 5) then to catch the bike so it doesn’t fall on the rider in the event they need to bail. Minders are usually the fist to reach the kill switch too.
…I’ve crashed hard several times minding but my rider survived. Boots, helmet and gloves are recommended!
TrialsRiderParticipantFigured a dip like that would have to be an EFI controller issue, I’m sure it’s very ridable either way. Do you know if it’s a re-programmable unit or does she require replacement parts to benefit from the update ?:i
…that weakness in your knees, it’s amore
TrialsRiderParticipantFound this very interesting, Griso seems to take quite a dip in power at 4500rpm …or at least this 09 one did. Overall though anyone considering the Griso short on power would have to say the Sportster is a slug.
TrialsRiderParticipantTo be attracted to Italian motorcycles (like I am you need to forget about how they stack up against the competition for performance, comfort or economy. Italian motorcycles are like 4″ heels, they’re all about the sex appeal:)
…the shaft drive is a real plus
TrialsRiderParticipantBut on the statement: “…with a long wheelbase you’ll never pass the DMV riding portion of the license test when it comes time for the slalom through the cones” Not necessarily true, when I took my rider test in 1971, the Biker, Biker riding just before it was my turn aced the maneuverability test on a Triumph chopper stretched nearly as much as Captain America, it was truly awe inspiring !
…unfortunately he passed the test under an assumed name, because his original license was suspended for DUI.
TrialsRiderParticipant…easier to check if you have a center stand, but;
Grasp the rear tire right at the back and wiggle it fairly hard left to right, pay close attention to the chain (or belt) and note if chain slack changes while you are rocking it. If yes, your swingarm bushings or bearings need attention.
Grasp the wheel at top and bottom and give it a good wiggle, watch for movement where your wheel bearings meet the axle. Check both sides, if there is any wiggle replace the wheel bearings (they are cheap and available at any decent bearing supply shop)
Sit on the bike and put your thumb against the spot where the steering head bearing joins the top triple tree, apply the front brake and rock the bike front to back quite hard.
If there is play in any of these three bearing points, it will make your bike feel like it has a hinge in the middle.
TrialsRiderParticipantHome of the Giant Redwoods …or are there any still standing ?
If this one doesn’t get a response, at least I can sharpen up my chain saw and prep a site for the photo shoot, trees are way easier to ride over when they’re laying down anyway …just kidding! Closest thing here is where hydro power lines cut through treed areas or where they clear to build housing developments and highways, somebody else will need to bump this one.Clear-cut IS the best way to log, given a bottom line of short term pure profit.
TrialsRiderParticipant…wish I could attend.
TrialsRiderParticipantFull Floating Brake System:
…not to be confused with what some now market as a ‘full floating disk brake rotor’.Decades ago dirt bikes featured an innovation called a “full floating brake system”, it was a super simple design feature where the brake drum backing plate that is normally anchored directly to the swingarm by a post or short rod, is instead anchored to the frame by a long rod with near equal length to the swingarm. The advantage was under heavy braking on rough or washboard road surfaces, the wheel is far less prone to ‘wheel hop’ and chatter while the swingarm is moving through it’s travel on the bumps. This is such a simple design change it is puzzling that it didn’t find it’s way onto all motorcycle rear brake systems that followed, except for the fact it is less visually attractive and most public roads are considered smooth. Look at circa 1978 Suzuki RM400 or Yamaha motocrosser and enduro pictures for examples of the full floating brake arm system.
TrialsRiderParticipantI can imagine a BMW focused suspension seminar being something less then totally useful for many, BMW motivation would be slightly bias to developing consumer interest in their unique suspension design concepts with monoshock front ends and paralever shaft drive having little relavence to mainstream motorcycle applications.
When I get my MV I thought about imposing on a friend for free assistance with the suspension set-up, but strangely I’m having slight reservations over watching my brand new F3 being ridden to it’s limit by a top racer
I agree with eternal that suspension changes are something that requires experience through experimentation. I would like to post a few pointers that almost anyone might find useful, but best to initiate a new thread for a lengthy discussion on suspension modification.
TrialsRiderParticipantDid the seminar cover adjusting fork dampening by changing fork oil viscosity or altering the fork position at the triple trees?
You are lucky, it’s been years since I lived near a college that offered motorcycle related anything.TrialsRiderParticipantAerosmith is cool old school but Trials Riders do it standing, do you know ‘I stand alone’ by Godsmack ?:o
TrialsRiderParticipant…I tend to do the opposite, computer smurf off season and ride lots once the riding season starts. You guys that have 12 a month riding season have an advantage on gaining experience faster, but we have a scheduled down time to work on our bikes. ha ha For me, riding season officially starts today!
TrialsRiderParticipantI like the thought on your first bike choice, I am very impressed with the new Honda from first sight, true you might want for more steam once you are ready to venture out on superhighways or ride two up, possibly if you start riding with lots of others that are into go fast sport bikes, but I seriously can’t see anyone getting bored riding a sweet bike like that real fast. Honda singles are typically near indestructible if you maintain them well, you really don’t need to be afraid to ring the snot out of it and a 250 ridden close to it’s limit will impress way more than a hyper sport being ridden at 10%. Singles are great bikes to learn to self service too, order the factory service manuals at the same time you buy the bike if you are the least bit mechanical or interested, you will never loose money on manuals if you keep them with the bike forever.
I can’t over stress the importance of finding a riding partner, it keeps you motivated and you learn from their success and failures as well as yours. Easier to meet up with people once you actually have a ride and if finances and location allow for it, dirt bike experience will always be the best way to learn the basics. There is nothing wrong with having a leg up on riding skills before you sign up for the MSC.
…Madjaks site was easy to find, just google ‘Alberta motorcycle forum’ lol he’s addicted.
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