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Bike set-up – Being at the local tracks often made me realize the importance of proper bike set-up, while everyone has their own preferred set-up there are some great basics to fallow. When setting up your bike make sure all the basic control components, such as brakes, clutch throttle, etc. are in good working order. Levers shouldn't be bent or broken and lubricated and adjusted to manufactures specs. If your clutch isn't working properly for instance It may change the performance of your clutch thus the action will be inconsistence . This can cause many other issues when your riding besides the performance of your bike. If you are thinking about the bike while your riding that will distract you from other important aspects such as line choice, track condition and other riders. As you can see just one small clutch issue snowballs into more issues that can affect your riding overall.

CONTROLS

make sure all controls are lubed & adjusted properly
check for bent or broken components, replace if un-fixable
check position of components & set them to your comfort.
check bolts and fasteners

ENGINE

re-build at regular intervals to ensure reliability 10-15 hrs. max.
clean air filter before each riding session
change engine fluids on a regular schedule

DRIVE TRAIN

inspect chain alignment & sprockets
adjust chain to manufactures specs
check brake pads for wear, bleed brakes if needed
check bolts and fasteners

SUSPENSION

set sag on shock for your weight
check clicker settings on forks for evenness
replace any leaking seals if needed
check suspension bolts and fasteners

Part of being prepaired as a rider is knowing the motorcycle is ready to give you a full day of trouble free riding. KEEP IT FUN, KEEP IT SAFE

Ethan

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look out New clinics and seminars coming this fall/winter, check back soon for dates & times. Finish or start the new year off right with some quality lessons

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