downhill corners

Robbins10 · 05-24-2012, 12:24 PM

So maybe ill get ripped open for this but ive noticed i go a lot slower around corners while going downhill?? is this normal, im not new at riding but also wouldnt say im fast, Any tricks tips?

Real Fast Travis · 05-24-2012, 12:27 PM

Normal for me...

Khustla · 05-24-2012, 12:28 PM

Drop a gear and use that engine grip and look lean believe!

DGA · 05-24-2012, 12:28 PM

It's just a matter of feel. Most newer riders - and it seems like you are not - have a problem with them and it's mainly that you don't encounter a lot of them.

A tip that you already know is, look where you are going, maintenance throttle, and relax.

RedKat600 · 05-24-2012, 12:30 PM

Right or wrong, I'm always afraid of overloading the front tire. I typically try and keep my weight a little further back on the bike as I go around.

I don't like them either. For whatever reason, I'd rather go uphill.

gannonjf · 05-24-2012, 12:51 PM

Just add more gas. Gotta get that weight transfer to the proper 40/60 front/rear. It's a little unnatural feeling at first but once you understand what you are doing it gets easier and easier.

MadManx · 05-24-2012, 12:59 PM

Have to have a slight dip, then crash in 6.5 miles

http://youtu.be/4jM6161B11Q

http://youtu.be/0GiT9q64VDQ

Loudo · 05-24-2012, 01:08 PM

Originally Posted by Robbins10

So maybe ill get ripped open for this but ive noticed i go a lot slower around corners while going downhill?? is this normal, im not new at riding but also wouldnt say im fast, Any tricks tips?

It's simple physics, and it's normal.

Reckincrue · 05-24-2012, 01:14 PM

Ride how you are comfortable, don't try and outthink yourself.

Confidence is key in my opinion.

PeteN95 · 05-24-2012, 01:31 PM

Go do a track day at PR and practice T3. When you get it right you'll be still on the front brake with your knee on the ground.

Robbins10 · 05-24-2012, 01:34 PM

Originally Posted by Reckincrue

Ride how you are comfortable, don't try and outthink yourself.

Confidence is key in my opinion.

i think your right about that

Real Fast Travis · 05-24-2012, 01:36 PM

Originally Posted by PeteN95

Go do a track day at PR and practice T3. When you get it right you'll be still on the front brake with your knee on the ground.

I'm getting more comfortable in T-3, it's the drop at T-Hill or The Ridge that still get me... Fun, but hard for me to really be on the gas...

PeteN95 · 05-24-2012, 01:43 PM

You can't be on the gas in a decreasing radius, downhill turn.

Bluuu · 05-24-2012, 01:55 PM

Originally Posted by PeteN95

Go do a track day at PR and practice T3. When you get it right you'll be still on the front brake with your knee on the ground.

Think I'm still a leeeetle ways from getting it right.

Bluuu · 05-24-2012, 01:59 PM

Originally Posted by gannonjf

Just add more gas. Gotta get that weight transfer to the proper 40/60 front/rear. It's a little unnatural feeling at first but once you understand what you are doing it gets easier and easier.

What about...

Originally Posted by PeteN95

You can't be on the gas in a decreasing radius, downhill turn.

Real Fast Travis · 05-24-2012, 02:15 PM

Originally Posted by PeteN95

You can't be on the gas in a decreasing radius, downhill turn.

Oh, then I guess I'm doing it right..... :D

courier11sec · 05-24-2012, 02:15 PM

Anyone that rips you up or belittles you for bringing this up needs to put down the technique books and go put some miles behind them.
I am slower and more cautious downhill too, especially if I am thinking about it.
Going uphill is like having a spoiler pushing down on you. A little extra grip. Super confidence inspiring.
Downhill feels just the opposite.

PeteN95 · 05-24-2012, 02:29 PM

Originally Posted by courier11sec

Going uphill is like having a spoiler pushing down on you. A little extra grip. Super confidence inspiring.

Not T3 at the Ridge! It is uphill, but is flattening off just as you tip in, which un-weights the bike and can start slides. A lot of people found this out last Friday!

courier11sec · 05-24-2012, 02:39 PM

Originally Posted by PeteN95

Not T3 at the Ridge! It is uphill, but is flattening off just as you tip in, which un-weights the bike and can start slides. A lot of people found this out last Friday!

Yeesh!
Bummer about the crashes.
No injuries I hope.

Stringcheese · 05-24-2012, 02:52 PM

Downhill right handers are the absolute worst corners for me. I don't think anyone will rip you for saying that downhill is more of a challenge, because I think it's true for most everyone. I just trust my bike, look where I want to go, and relax. Try concentrating on your breathing maybe? I've found that helps me relax when things are starting to get sketchy.


05-24-2012, 12:24 PM	#1
Robbins10 Training Wheels Joined: Jul 2011 From: longview Washington I Ride: 2007 Yamaha R1, 2008 Yamaha wr250x	downhill corners So maybe ill get ripped open for this but ive noticed i go a lot slower around corners while going downhill?? is this normal, im not new at riding but also wouldnt say im fast, Any tricks tips? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 12:27 PM	#2
Real Fast Travis Novice Racer Joined: Nov 2009 From: here, headed there. Blog Entries: 17 I Ride: on up to 28 wheels.	Normal for me... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 12:28 PM	#3
Khustla Peg Dragger Joined: Jun 2010 From: Alabama I Ride: , we ride!	Drop a gear and use that engine grip and look lean believe! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 12:28 PM	#4
DGA Joined: Jun 2007 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: naked	It's just a matter of feel. Most newer riders - and it seems like you are not - have a problem with them and it's mainly that you don't encounter a lot of them. A tip that you already know is, look where you are going, maintenance throttle, and relax. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 12:30 PM	#5
RedKat600 Joined: May 2011 From: LaCenter, WA I Ride: 2003 Copper SV1K	Right or wrong, I'm always afraid of overloading the front tire. I typically try and keep my weight a little further back on the bike as I go around. I don't like them either. For whatever reason, I'd rather go uphill. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 12:51 PM	#6
gannonjf Peg Dragger Joined: Apr 2011 From: Seattle, WA I Ride: for OPRT	Just add more gas. Gotta get that weight transfer to the proper 40/60 front/rear. It's a little unnatural feeling at first but once you understand what you are doing it gets easier and easier. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 12:59 PM	#7
MadManx Streetfighter Joined: Dec 2006 From: Kirkland, WA I Ride: Lived to tell about it..	Have to have a slight dip, then crash in 6.5 miles http://youtu.be/4jM6161B11Q http://youtu.be/0GiT9q64VDQ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 01:14 PM	#9
Reckincrue Licensed Joined: Feb 2012 From: Selah, WA I Ride: 2008 Ninja ZX14, 1977 Harley Superglide, Pro Street Chopper, 2006 Yamaha YZF R1	Ride how you are comfortable, don't try and outthink yourself. Confidence is key in my opinion. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 01:31 PM	#10
PeteN95 Joined: Jan 2008 From: Muk, WA Blog Entries: 4 I Ride: fast, except on the road.	Go do a track day at PR and practice T3. When you get it right you'll be still on the front brake with your knee on the ground. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 01:43 PM	#13
PeteN95 Joined: Jan 2008 From: Muk, WA Blog Entries: 4 I Ride: fast, except on the road.	You can't be on the gas in a decreasing radius, downhill turn. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 02:15 PM	#17
courier11sec Moto2 Contender Joined: Sep 2008 From: where they don't have lawns. I Ride: Red bike, Brown truck, various collections of junk held together poorly.	Anyone that rips you up or belittles you for bringing this up needs to put down the technique books and go put some miles behind them. I am slower and more cautious downhill too, especially if I am thinking about it. Going uphill is like having a spoiler pushing down on you. A little extra grip. Super confidence inspiring. Downhill feels just the opposite. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


05-24-2012, 02:52 PM	#20
Stringcheese Race Qualifier Joined: May 2008 From: Clarkinsas, WA I Ride: Whatever's next	Downhill right handers are the absolute worst corners for me. I don't think anyone will rip you for saying that downhill is more of a challenge, because I think it's true for most everyone. I just trust my bike, look where I want to go, and relax. Try concentrating on your breathing maybe? I've found that helps me relax when things are starting to get sketchy. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Stringcheese; 05-24-2012 at 02:55 PM..

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