Motocross For Beginners: Attack Position

[@cameronboswell7888]

Great stuff, but can’t I experience an achilles injury during heavy landings? And isn’t it sometimes appropriate to point the toes out to let the bike move beneath you? Also, how do I correctly sit down 😅

[@CoachJames749]

You could certainly experience an injury! Another thing I've talked about in the video, was making sure that you use all of the body hinge points. For example, if you ride really rigid in the hips, knees, and upper body, and you only allow your feet that flexion, you create the scenario where all of the force is going into your ankles. It's important to distribute force across all of those hinge points. I'm not saying that you won't get injured on the dirt bike, as this sport is extremely dangerous, but force must be distributed evenly! Also, the lower legs should always be locked in, so the feet need to be correct as part of that equation. What needs to allow the bike to move from side to side, is the side to side movement of the knees and hips. It is not your legs opening up and allowing the bike to freely move. Lastly, I have a seated position video coming out for you guys next Wednesday! Be sure to subscribe, and turn those notifications on!

[@TheProcessor]

If you can't get over the fear you can purchase heel saver pegs.

[@MotoXXXManiac-dp1tz]

​@@CoachJames749 ....A Damm Serious Coach with excellent Bodymechanic know how, skills and Technics...Exellent Job 749👊💨💨

[@bkh5746]

This guy has never seen escalante ride😂hes all over the bike sometimes with both feet off it😂😂and fast as shitz

[@CoachJames749]

I'm definitely not saying that it's impossible to be fast, and extremely sketchy at the same time. I think for some people, that's how they've ben built as a rider over the years, and it just ends up working for them. My goal is just to educate anyone who doesn't aspire to be like that, and wants to understand every aspect of the most optimal way to ride a dirt bike. There is no such thing as perfection, but the desire to be perfect in every way, is what makes an athlete great. It's definitely not 100% about these things that I talk about in this video, as there are endless variables that create an amazing motocross/supercross racer. I am simply just starting with this video, as this is as basic as it gets, and it lays a solid foundation to start building on. More to come! @@bkh5746

[@Pleo1899]

I've watched countless training videos, but this one is not just another attack position video. It is by far the most informative training video I've ever seen, including paid versions. You explain in detail the why and why not of each body position, which is incredibly helpful. Thank you for creating such a valuable resource!

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you! That means so much ❤🫡

[@REKLUSE53]

I second this comment. I think the main thing most leave out are the explanations of why and how doing it right/wrong has an effect. Instead of do this and that's it.

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you!@@REKLUSE53

[@BrappTN]

I was gonna comment that but ya beat me to it 😂❤

[@CoachJames749]

🫡🫡🫡

[@gavinlunn4487]

one of the best educational dirtbike videos I’ve seen, very articulate and it made it easy to understand what you were explaining

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@antreaszhni1473]

Dude this video is propably the best standing explanation video on whole KZbin…!!!

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@tonytrial356]

This is by far the best attack position video I've seen. Good job!

[@johnsands146]

Brilliant James, so much detail and really at ease in front of camera. My only request would be a couple more shots from the side. Looking forward to the next one, thanks.

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you! I’ll work on that!

[@РадикФазлыев-в7к]

Best video about position i'v ever seen. Thank you James.

[@CoachJames749]

You’re welcome!

[@StansE250]

Excellent presentation, very professional production value as well. I have taught Biomechanics for decades (First Responders -cops are typically ‘difficult’ students, firefighters, nurses, Pro athletes, and More). You’ve got a long, successful future ahead of you in this field, if you choose. 👍🏼

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for watching! Thats super interesting

[@cooganbeggs4942]

Stoked to see you doing your own thing James! I’m an instructional designer by profession and Ive worked at some of the leading colleges and universities in my country (Australia) and I can tell you with authority that you are a fantastic teacher and have a real gift for this. Wishing you the best on your new venture mate 👍

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you very much!

[@damonforrest1570]

I really appreciate your teachings. I grew up racing in late 80s through the 90s. Wish they had all these people teaching techniques. All things that will improve my ability next time I’m able to purchase a bike again.💯🤙🙏🇺🇸👊👍✊✌️

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the kind words 👍🏻

[@plockepinn9]

Thanks a lot! This was a really good break down. One of the best ones I have seen.

[@CoachJames749]

Glad it was helpful!

[@seantibbey9368]

That had to be one of the most detailed description of the attack and riding position I've seen awesome job

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you sir 🫡

[@CaptJaipreetJoshi]

u have a lot of honesty and conviction in your diction . kudos !

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you sir!

[@luichek1858]

One of the BEST videos about body position I have ever seen ! Thanks James

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for watching! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@Yoda6921]

Bloody champion mate that is the best I have heard someone explain this position and more importantly the importance of it. Thanks for your help.

[@CoachJames749]

You’re welcome!

[@Bizzybee1.]

Great video! It's important to learn the basics before trying to go as fast as you can.

[@CoachJames749]

Absolutely! Thank you

[@malvinashimanov1700]

Thank you. Clear, presize, logical. Thanks again. Walk before you run !!!

[@cme982]

Never have I seen a more well put together MX instructional video. The flow of information is flawless, you gained a new subscriber. Thank you for the time you took to prepare for this content.

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevendunbabin1879]

Wow, great work, concise and easy listening.

[@CoachJames749]

Much appreciated!

[@impalaSS65]

Great video! Felt way shorter than 13:54 I particulalry learned something about why I seem to struggle keeping my elbows up - I probably death grip the donuts...

[@CluelessMoto]

Really really really really good video. Best video I've ever seen about body position on a dirtbike 💪

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you liked it!

[@Harpoika]

This is so important video. If you cant get the hang of this on a stationary bike, train your mobility, muscle condition and balance. I've noticed many people can't do these at all because they are in such poor physical shape in some critical areas, even if they do other activities.

[@CoachJames749]

Well said! Thanks for watching!

[@abadonael]

How i wish, such videos would exist when i was just learning to ride the bike 18 years ago. Only pain, try and error and stupid stuff back then. Amazing guide, thank you

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed

[@Kristian_Saile]

Great video. I grew up learning to ride and getting into racing in the mid 80’s. At the time I had a David Bailey VHS that showed some fundamentals and introduced me to the attack position. Your explanation here breaks it down much better and I know would have helped me as back in those days you improved by just figuring things out a lot by watching vhs camcorder footage of yourself and other riders to figure out what worked or didn’t. So most of us were really flying by the seat of the pants. Teaching my kids the basics right now and I am going to have them watch this as it enforces some stuff I have been working on with them but also explains some stuff I hadn’t considered. Good stuff, thanks! Also it’s pretty interesting as I had been a lifelong alpine ski racing coach and a lot of the points you make apply to most sports, being in a good athletic position where you can move efficiently, add pressure, or absorb using flexion in all of your joints as well as the ever important, look ahead! This stuff applies really well to skiing, mountain biking and dirt bikes, so it’s cool to see these parallels reinforced and probably why these particular sports crossover so well.

[@CoachJames749]

Love to hear it! Thanks for sharing this cool story, and thank you for watching!

[@coltonbrady8389]

Glad to see you’re still coaching! I really enjoyed the class in Idaho at skyline Mx

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you!! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@careymurray1027]

I understand that spine flexion (rounded back) is bad, but I would think a neutral spine is the correct position. At around 6:11, it looks like a lot of lumbar extension (arched beyond neutral). I've seen others advocate this type of position, but I don't understand why this would be preferred to a neutral spine.

[@CoachJames749]

From my perspective, the arched lower back creates a different level of isolation and freedom! Neutral spine is certainly an improvement from a hunch, but the idea is to create as much of a separation from the legs to the torso as possible!

[@jean-charlesbon9618]

Amazing video, the most descriptive that I watch so far, Please continue this with all the same details and content. I will share it with all my network for sure

[@CoachJames749]

Will do! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@utahdesertrider1806]

Great video. The only concept I change is I don’t squeeze the bike with my knees much. I ride off-road not moto. In rocks I let the bike move under me and I stay centered. Always head over the bar pad and I’ve worked hard to stay mostly on the balls of my feet. The grip angle I’m working on also. Old habits are hard to break

[@SteveGoodwin-d8o]

Thank you for posting look forward to seeing more. Best of luck with RideMXU

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you!

[@SICVlogs]

You just made me realize why I struggle braking so much. I can't wait to get out and try this. Thank you.

[@CoachJames749]

Awesome! I'm glad it helped!

[@traavdasav]

Awesome awesome job explaining, I’m going to send this to my buddy who’s learning.

[@CoachJames749]

Love it! Thank you

[@alant779]

This breaking down of the posture is quality stuff! Please keep them coming

[@CoachJames749]

I’ll do my best!

[@JimG1964]

great explanation and information. I definitely wasn't doing accel/decel right and will practice that. You need pretty good hamstring flexiblity.

[@ajholmes4867]

Awesome, hope to see you all back in TX one day.

[@CoachJames749]

I hope so too!

[@gregorgeiger8385]

Fantastic video James! I learned a lot in this few minutes. Thank you very much. Best regards from Germany.

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ArvidElstrodt]

Excellent video ! Like someone else wrote, I have seen many of these videos on stance but I find yours to be the best so far.

[@CoachJames749]

Glad it was helpful!

[@daviddong1286]

🎉🎉🎉You did it! I will share your video with all my riding buddies. Great video! Really looking forward to your new videos.

[@CoachJames749]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@vijayam1]

Crucial point on upper body and head position and over-weighting. Finding the balance is key as you've rightly pointed out.

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you very much! You’re absolutely right.

[@lerche8142]

Danke!

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you for the support ❤️🫡

[@fepradoo1]

Amazing content. Thanks for your share.

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you for watching!

[@ryanpavich2476]

Amazing explanation and demonstration!!

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ilusionkick]

Great video for the beginner enduro rider here. Will definitelly try this out next time instead of flooring it and "it is what it is"

[@CoachJames749]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching!

[@kendawg44]

This vid is legit. As a new rider, I especially liked the pointer about the hand position to get the elbows out. Sub'd for more great vids!

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for the sub! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@arturmichalski6301]

thats crazy how little details affect control of the bike. immediate effects after watching this video. great explanation even for non-native speakers

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@diegogarces3654]

Thanks for taking the time to explain the basics easily 👍

[@CoachJames749]

Glad it was helpful!

[@aliennetwork08]

This is freaking awesome dude ! You’re so kind I appreciate that brotha ! I have a 2020 yz250F my first “big” bike and my first four stroke I have been on the track but I’m always trying to get better to be safe and efficient on the bike

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you enjoyed it! Best of luck

[@richardhartley1705]

Very interesting about hand position something I hadn’t thought about will put this into practice tomorrow thanks👍👍

[@CoachJames749]

Glad it was helpful!

[@datboi8140]

Easily the best video I've seen so far, coming from someone who has never ridden before. Explaining WHY, as well as HOW, to do something helps me immensely. You've done a great job at that in this video. Most videos just say something along the lines of "squeeze with your knees and send it", and leave it at that. I love to easy to follow "landmarks" you mention (knees over footpegs, chin over the bar pad, etc). I'd 100% subscribe to a Patreon or something where I could access other lessons.

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you sir!

[@michaeldill7620]

Nice work. Appreciate that. Would be awesome to get two cameras and show a frontal and side view.

[@andersonmoura7139]

NICE tips bro!!! Greatings from Brazil

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you for watching!

[@Teebsy312]

Great video youre a good teacher

[@CoachJames749]

I appreciate that!

[@deepaksreenivasan4788]

Of many videos out there this one really taught me some things.....

[@CoachJames749]

I’m glad it did🫡

[@rayg6913]

Great job, explaining body position, James! Congratulations on starting your own business. Good luck on your new adventure!

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks so much!

[@mileyondrumz]

Learning as an adult. Pilot not Passenger. Brilliant. Great vid 🤙

[@Stroopwaffe1]

I used to do a lit of track riding before falling asleep in bed, I found this to be really helpful.

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed!

[@setnsun21]

Nice breakdown!! Been riding for 25 years and definitely found a couple of new strategies for consistency and mental comfort.

[@CoachJames749]

Awesome! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@davidtrevor6612]

A great video James , plenty of great tips .

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you sir 🫡

[@Jay-ju9jw]

Great information! Wish we had this available back in the 80’s therefore I would have stopped pogo sticking jumps! Lol good stuff!!!👍🏼

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelsupple6081]

I like to watch training videos including a couple paid ones. This is the most detailed and well thought out videos on this subject. Thank you so much for sharing. Subscribed.

[@CoachJames749]

I appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@edumendes1965]

Very comprehensive explanation!! 👍👍👍

[@CoachJames749]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kevinsnow9157]

Great video James !! Very good breakdown for all levels of riding .

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@tylerbob66]

Great video, very informative on every topic & easily digestible! Definitely looking forward to more!

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for watching! Pumped that you enjoyed it!

[@Ingenuity_One]

Super informative for a brand new rider. Thank you sir!

[@CoachJames749]

I’m happy you enjoyed it! You’re welcome

[@Alex_Rdz90]

best video on position iv yet to see. thanks!

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching

[@ZETSUEN26]

Never thought about hand placement thanks for the video

[@CoachJames749]

You’re welcome!

[@olasod1]

One of the best basic videos Ive seen. Great job👍🏼

[@jsyetor]

Great vídeo, nice and clear explanations

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you!

[@ScottCarrier-bf5zv]

Great video it’s been 14 years since I’ve been on a bike I will be aware of what I’m doing thanks man

[@CoachJames749]

Glad to help

[@nickd698]

Fantastic, thanks for that!

[@CoachJames749]

No problem!

[@mthandazosibanda8944]

Awesome well said thanks James

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for listening!

[@sz004]

That was really well explained! Waiting for more content like this 👌

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you! More to come soon!

[@richielee5398]

Some great info there. And very well put across.

[@CoachJames749]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@T__Rex__0727]

Awesome. Learned a lot in a short time. Thank you

[@CoachJames749]

Great to hear!

[@jezuaccc]

Great stuff I just got my first dirtbike at 50years old a 450yz

[@CoachJames749]

Love that! It's never to late to learn. Best of luck!

[@nickg2431]

Thanks for this James liked and subscribed!I like the way you patiently explain it so i can recall every detail as i practice one piece at a time.I already learnt this but i have found your video helps me improve and refine the technique

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for the sub!

[@TrailBoundco]

Great breakdown. You should do braking/accelerating on downhills and uphills and how that’s different than on flats

[@CoachJames749]

I could’ve definitely gone a little more in depth there. Thank you for the insight!

[@doug_errickson]

Great video and explanations of the WHYs. You have a good delivery of information. #new-sub

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for the sub!

[@tonygee3284]

Great video easy to understand to make my riding better

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you!! I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@nofixedplan]

Good stuff, very clearly articulated. Thank you.

[@CoachJames749]

Thanks for watching!

[@AlexCage19]

Great video! One thing about doing this for tall people is it requires some good stretch if you want to maintain that proper possition on acceleration specially. And the bar risers won't help here because you still need to squeze in that distance from foot pegs to handlebars. In fact I even feel better without risers

[@CoachJames749]

Great info! I don’t have any experience with being tall 😂, what will make a difference with your lower body is changing up the pegs whether it’s dropping them if your bike has that capability, or purchasing a peg that sits lower in the bracket (I think the only ones available are from fastway). Also getting a taller seat will make it so that your knees have something to drive into!

[@AlexCage19]

@@CoachJames749 Right in the spot Coach! Taller seat already installed and can confirm its much easier for knees to grab and not so much work to stand up. As for foot pegs unfortunately fastway is not available for my bike so haven't tried it but pretty sure it will make a difference. But I''ve always looked at how pros are riding small pitbikes for fun and noticed how they maintain that same position although the bike is much smaller. So bike upgrades is great but the main upgrade would be the rider itself:)

[@CoachJames749]

As always, absolutely!@@AlexCage19

[@cookiemonster2308]

New to riding - ty so much!

[@CoachJames749]

No problem! Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻

[@FastCoachToby]

Excellent video! I would add that chest up+elbows out promotes free movement of the arms - and not call it a "strong position" because the arms should work as loosely as possible, which requires active balancing which I teach in my 4D Body Position Program ✌️

[@CoachJames749]

Sorry for the confusion! When I say strong, it’s in the sense of keeping them where they belong. I’m not referring to gripping the bike, I am referring making sure that you are re-enforced, which will keep the upper body where it belongs, which is centered. I do preach in my videos that the lower body/core is the power plant that manipulates the bike, while the upper body is simply there to stabilize. I also want to add that you do not want your arms to move in the sense that they drop. When the arms fall, the head shifts, and the core destabilizes.

[@FastCoachToby]

@CoachJames749 yes I'm sure that's what you meant with "strong position", with your level of knowledge 😁 But I'm also sure most entry level riders will misunderstand it, as they tend to hang on for dear life, LOL 😆 Also you should consider highlighting the importance of "Active Balancing" as THE KEY to riding with more looseness in the arms and avoid arm pump. I invented this term (active balancing) for my coaching and would be honored if you credit me for it, if you talk about this concept in future videos 😁🙏Your video structure and clarity is an inspiration to me. Let's move the sport forward together 🍻 here's a video I did about it kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2m9gWtsZb5_oZI

[@omarconcha8888]

Excellent Video....but I have a question. How to accelerate properly? (I mean, the grip, re grip, wrist movement, and so.) to keep the elbow up. Thanks!

[@CoachJames749]

Re gripping is something I will be going over in another short video. It’s simply just gently releasing throttle, rotating the wrist forward, and re-gripping after you get your braking done. All while keeping the index finger on the lever, so that you have a gauge on how far you’re rotation your wrist. It’s a very subtle movement that’s often overthought.

[@ridelifenz]

So, on a fast smooth corner, are you weighting the inside peg by dropping your ankle to initiate the turn, then weighting outside peg as you power on out of the turn? Cheers from NZ

[@CoachJames749]

Im primarily using my knees/lower legs to initiate lean angle, and making sure that my hips are freed up enough to allow the bike to get into the corner without me being 100% attached to the lean angle. I am not weighting my inside peg when I’m coming into the rutted corner.

[@ridelifenz]

Thanks James, I'm trying to convert this knowledge to my slower adventure riding style. All advice helps. Cheers mate

[@comp20B]

Wow. Excellent advice.

[@CoachJames749]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joedrt0013]

Great beginner course👍💯

[@Axel_GP]

Just awesome thank you for this video 😍

[@CoachJames749]

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@jaymckoskey25]

Nicely presented. While trying to put this into practice I find it's hard to remember to transition my body forward or back before accelerating or braking and end up fighting the acceleration. Very tiring. It also seems like a lot of effort to move my feet forward and back to shift and brake. Is there a trick to that?

[@devineunlimited6800]

Coach, love your coaching and well spoken. Did u divorce from the moto academy?

[@CoachJames749]

Yes. I’ve resigned a little over a month ago! Thank you, and I’m glad you liked it!

[@TriAngles3D]

Coming from track riding and wanting to get more into off-road riding...this video is EXACTLY what I wanted to hear/learn more about. Thanks for taking the time to not just talk about but also illustrate the techniques/positions.

[@CoachJames749]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching

[@bnanas529]

Great video very informative

[@CoachJames749]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EarthSurferUSA]

5:46 Question about your Alpine stars boots. Can you feel the shifter and brake lever with those boots? I went to an adventure boot so I can feel the controls. Pretty sure I will crash less if I can feel the controls. I like the low profile toe area on those boots, but I also need to feel the controls.

[@CoachJames749]

Yes the alpinestars boots are great! Although they are stiff, I still have good feel! Fox boots would be the number one top teir boot as far as mobilty and feel, however I feel that they have slightly too much flexibilty in the ankle, and aren't as durable. This is just my opinion! Try them all on at your local dealership if you can!

[@PVicus]

Best tutorial ever!

[@CoachJames749]

Thank you!

[@fernandomorales807]

Great video, thank you, very helpful

[@CoachJames749]

You're welcome!

[@moto_head-u2t]

Nicely done! My one concern is anterior pelvic tilt. Pelvis should be neutral, not tilted forward or backwards. A neutral pelvis will decompress the spine and allow the correct use of the abdominals.

[@CoachJames749]

Hey! You make a really good point. The reason for the forward position is the immense amount of freedom from the lower body that it creates. I definitely understand you’re argument! I simply just teach it this way to give maximum control over the bike while the upper body can remain stable. I’ve personally ridden with improper pelvic position, and truly understand what it translates to as far as what my input is, and the response that I get from it. With a neutral position or rotated the opposite way, I found that the force transmits into my shoulders and arms as well, along with that, I end up riding fairly rigid. I also urge you to search, “foundation training” on here. It’s a brilliant video that was originally made 11 years ago, and then recreated recently. Awesome stuff! Please go check it out 🙏🏻 thank you for watching!

[@moto_head-u2t]

@@CoachJames749 I’ll check it out! Interesting how we have opposite experiences, and we can learn from each other. I’m open minded and like to experiment to see what works. Appreciate your response, keep up the great work!

[@moto_head-u2t]

“Becoming a supple Leopard” by Kelly Starret is a great book that goes into detail about neutral spine, pelvis and how to create torque in the joints for optimizing athletic movement that I think translates well to the bike or anything we do in life.

[@moto_head-u2t]

@@CoachJames749 I viewed a video on the "founder" and tried it on the bike stand, it feels really good. The key takeaway that I misunderstood from your video, was applying torque with the heels inward while keeping feet straight or toes turned in, which engages the glutes/inner thigh, and provides a solid connection to the bike, and I could feel what you described as isolating the lower body from the upper body by tilting the pelvis forward and taking the weight off the hands. Will look forward to using this technique next time I ride!

[@AUSTIN_RIDES]

@@CoachJames749 I was about to comment the foundation training video its incredible. I do it a few times a week but more importantly it shows you what muscles you are suppose to be using while riding, if that part of your back and hamstrings are sore after a long day you are doing it right!

[@cameronhall4]

I’m brand new and still trying to figure out the basics. This makes sense to me except now I’m confused as to how you constantly shift and keep your foot in the proper position?

[@CoachJames749]

It's definitely hard work. Think of hinging at the knee, and sliding your foot forward and hooking underneath the shifter rather than bringing the entire knee/lower leg forward. Your feet will require constant adjustment, as they will be shifted around constantly whether its from use of controls, or the force of certain obstacles moving them out of place. Eventually it becomes instinctual, and it becomes easy to correct them. Until then, it requires a lot of attention.

[@cameronhall4]

@@CoachJames749 ok thanks! So your foot is supposed to be constantly moving and adjusting. Good to know.

[@MAGNESIUMBURN]

Great content thanks for sharing this..

[@H2Shadow]

Awesome video planning on getting a dirt bike any suggestions on what type I'm looking to do trail rides

[@CoachJames749]

This depends on not only experience but also height/weight. For me to give you a better answer I need more info, but I would stick to anything that’s an off-road bike. Stay away from the sx /sxf models and get something with plush suspension, shorter gearing, and ergonomics that will be designed for the woods.

[@bloomerb4162]

So why don't they make a bar with a better bend angle at the grips? Seems like if the area of bar at the grips was angled slightly forward instead of back, it would help with elbows. I'm having trouble where to place my bars, seems like bars rotated forward helps when standing but when I need to get over back of the bike, like on a sand track, then the bars forward works against my wrist and grip.

[@CoachJames749]

They do make all different sorts of bar bends. They are measured by width, height, sweep, and rise. It sounds like you prefer something with very little sweep. If I were you I would try the renthal 827, or the pro taper “mx race”.

[@pixymod]

i do the shifter leg out and brake strate