Motocross and Off-Road Motorcycle Setup Guide: Ergonomics, Suspension, Engine, Carb, more
This is the book dirt bike riders have needed for years!
Motocross and Off-Road Motorcycle Setup Guide covers all the tweaks, adjustments, and tricks riders need to know — but too often have to learn the hard way.
This guide will show you the tools you'll need to keep your bike in top running condition. Advice on buying a new or used bikes. How to set up your bike for your first ride.
Plus, what you need to know about wheels, tires, and brakes, the principles of effective suspension setup and adjustment, and ergonomics which tells you how to adjust your bike so it fits you (instead of the other way around).
A motorcycle is an investment, so you'll want information and tips to keep your bike looking good and running well, and that includes info to keep chains, the clutch and transmission in top form; carburetion principles, including jetting, filters and fuel are also covered, not to mention performance modification ideas for any budget.
And last but not least, tips on storing, maintaining, and transporting your bike as well as valuable advice on how to achieve the best racing results.
TABLE of CONTENTS:
Introduction
Tool Time
Basic Bike Setup
Wheels, Brakes, and Tires
Life's Ups and Downs: Dealing with Your Suspension
Ergos: Making It Fit
Making It Look Good: Bodywork and Graphics
Ground Power: Chains, Clutches, and Transmissions
Mix It Up: Understanding Dirt Bike Carbs, Jetting, Filters, and Fuel
Performance Modifications
Dirt Bike Saavy: Buying and Taking Care of Your Stuff
Mud, Sweat, and Gears: Race Day Problems and Situations
Tips and Tricks
Index
Whether you own a dirt bike or are currently shopping for one, Motocross and Off-Road Motorcycle Setup Guide provides all the information you need to get the most from your machine.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
Publisher: Motorbooks
Author: Mark Thompson
Pages: 144 - Hundreds of color photos and illustrations