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How to properly lowside a bike..by the Melk-man

Started by MELK-MAN, November 11, 2003, 04:08:56 AM

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MELK-MAN

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smoke

Nice write up...  too bad it needed it 4 moths ago :o LOL  But I will try if I find my self in that situation again.

K3 Chris Onwiler

I must be doing something wrong, because I always dislocate my shoulder when I tuck the front, and you didn't mention that anywhere...
The frame was snapped, the #3 rod was dangling from a hole in the cases, and what was left had been consumed by fire.  I said, "Hey, we've got all night!"
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MELK-MAN

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QuoteI must be doing something wrong, because I always dislocate my shoulder when I tuck the front, and you didn't mention that anywhere...

refer back to "get in real hot"...my shoulder is about 2' off the ground in turn 1. This last time i took a moment to realize i was on the ground. I guess the only benefit of being somewhat fast through this turn, and my knee usually is hitting first :P I have the super duper "wont hurt if i crash" Syed shoulder pad/armour too..
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diesel748

I like to think of my self as an expert on this topic. The key to properly low side on a regular basis is to have a rear spring set for a 160 lb person when you weigh 210. this ensures the front wheel has little or no chance at all of sticking to the track. Now that I figured that out I hope to test my theory next spring. The part I will miss most about low siding on a regular basis is the cool ride back to the pits in the crash truck.

MELK-MAN

Quote. The part I will miss most about low siding on a regular basis is the cool ride back to the pits in the crash truck.

Makes ya feel like a gladiator riding a chariot.. or being on a float in a parade... :)
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Mark Bernard

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QuoteMakes ya feel like a gladiator riding a chariot.. or being on a float in a parade... :)
Every time I took the ride of shame it cost me a friggin t-shirt! I still owe a couple of shirts to Phil!  ??? By the way... is it concidered proper to do a victory dance once you get to your feet? 8)
Mark (Bernie) Bernard
Race Control CCS/ASRA - Mid-West Region

diesel748

your right it is like riding on a float b/c people on both sides are looking and waving.

MELK-MAN

Quoteyour right it is like riding on a float b/c people on both sides are looking and waving.

I always have that uncomfortable "do i look away and pretend i dont see them or do i act concerned about thier crash..".... :(
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dwilson

On the ride of shame I sit up straight and give the Qeen of England cupped hand wave to all that look as if they've never been there  ;D

To help minimize damage to the bike & to make reairs easier I've started coating my front body work in spray rubber under coating.  It covers up mediocre fiberglass work and gives the pavement a little extra to chew through.  I was considering wall paper but was concerned about it coming off at speed.  Yes I know, I'm strange  8)

flccs90

Hey Greg,
This info would have been helpful in May when I went down trying to chase you @ Moroso LOL , Could have saved me the $ for the forks and triple clamp. Gonna keep the wheel up thing in mind next time. Oh  and the ride of shame, I personally like the wave thing too!

MELK-MAN

QuoteHey Greg,
This info would have been helpful in May when I went down trying to chase you @ Moroso LOL , Could have saved me the $ for the forks and triple clamp. Gonna keep the wheel up thing in mind next time. Oh  and the ride of shame, I personally like the wave thing too!

Been there...did that.... :)
later James..
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