waz up aany body got tips for a 17 year to get started in motocross any thing can help

Buy a bike and gear (A truck to haul it in, too). Practice out in a field. Look in cycle news for a race near you. Go for it.

And BTW, getting is spelled with two T's. 'anybody' and 'anything' are one word. Tell you what, forget about motocross and finish school first.

You don't have to be so negative Joe. Everyone can't be as smart as you...

Beyond buying your bike and gear and having a way to get to a track, I HIGHLY recommend going to a training class or getting some lessons. I am 100% convinced that the reason I do ok in MX and have not injured myself too badly is because I attended a class before ever trying to so anything but feel my way around a track.

Find a local MX web forum and see if someone gives lessons or holds classes. Go. You won't be disappointed. You need to learn the fundamentals of body positioning, braking, cornering, whoops, jumps, etc in order to be able to tie it all together in a nice on-track package that keeps you healthy and on the bike, not in the hospital.

If you're in Texas, I highly recommend 5 Magics. http://www.5mmxs.com

Also - If you're on a KLX, you're on a good starter bike, but make no mistake - it's not a motocross bike. It's good to learn on because you will be able to dominate the bike, rather than the bike dominating you, but if you get lessons and begin to practice, you will quickly outgrow a KLX. My suggestion is to get some lessons, ride, see if you enjoy it. If you do, prepare for the purchase of a KX, or other actual MX bike, very soon. Opinions vary, but especially if money is an issue, I'd recommend a used 2-stroke 125. Even a late '90s or early 2000s model, if well maintained, will serve you well for a long time, and they're easy and cheap to maintain.

Above all, have fun!

Chris

klx125 - 24 July 2008 05:09 AM

waz up aany body got tips for a 17 year to get started in motocross any thing can help

You really need to add more info. Are you fairly tall/short. Are you looking for 2 stroke or 4 stroke. What's your budget? New or used?

If you are looking for new and aren't too tall, I really liked the Honda CFR 230. Also, if you can afford it get an electric start bike. If you are new it will really add to your riding time and enjoyment. Also, buying too much bike like a 450 or MX style 250 can quickly put you off riding. You should be riding the bike not the other way around.

Start small and work your way up.

hornet1 - 24 July 2008 03:53 PM

klx125 - 24 July 2008 05:09 AM

i am about 190 pounds tall i have a 4 stroke kick start i have rode for about half a year.

I raced some of my friends and other people but never ben to a track ya no any tracks in louisiana or a good track web site

waz up aany body got tips for a 17 year to get started in motocross any thing can help

You really need to add more info. Are you fairly tall/short. Are you looking for 2 stroke or 4 stroke. What's your budget? New or used?

If you are looking for new and aren't too tall, I really liked the Honda CFR 230. Also, if you can afford it get an electric start bike. If you are new it will really add to your riding time and enjoyment. Also, buying too much bike like a 450 or MX style 250 can quickly put you off riding. You should be riding the bike not the other way around.

Start small and work your way up.

waz up im from louisiana do ya no any tracks her i can get to texas but not now.

i have a helmet and gloves any othor equepment you think i would need and how much will it cost have you ever gone to a class, and how did you have to pay.

what was your first bike, do you race and what type of bike do you race with.i have raced but never on a track. i am good with cat walks stoppis donuts and borning out. but right now my tube is bust so i have not road in a while.

chrison600 - 24 July 2008 11:50 AM

You don't have to be so negative Joe. Everyone can't be as smart as you...

Beyond buying your bike and gear and having a way to get to a track, I HIGHLY recommend going to a training class or getting some lessons. I am 100% convinced that the reason I do ok in MX and have not injured myself too badly is because I attended a class before ever trying to so anything but feel my way around a track.

Find a local MX web forum and see if someone gives lessons or holds classes. Go. You won't be disappointed. You need to learn the fundamentals of body positioning, braking, cornering, whoops, jumps, etc in order to be able to tie it all together in a nice on-track package that keeps you healthy and on the bike, not in the hospital.

If you're in Texas, I highly recommend 5 Magics. http://www.5mmxs.com

Also - If you're on a KLX, you're on a good starter bike, but make no mistake - it's not a motocross bike. It's good to learn on because you will be able to dominate the bike, rather than the bike dominating you, but if you get lessons and begin to practice, you will quickly outgrow a KLX. My suggestion is to get some lessons, ride, see if you enjoy it. If you do, prepare for the purchase of a KX, or other actual MX bike, very soon. Opinions vary, but especially if money is an issue, I'd recommend a used 2-stroke 125. Even a late '90s or early 2000s model, if well maintained, will serve you well for a long time, and they're easy and cheap to maintain.

Above all, have fun!

Chris

Would your local MC dealer have info on local MX events/clubs? All the shops around here have bulletin boards that advertise local events and clubs and I know for a fact that they have new rider programs and are very friendly and approachable.

klx125 - 24 July 2008 10:35 PM

waz up im from louisiana do ya no any tracks her i can get to texas but not now.

how hard did you look?

http://www.motoclicks.com/tracks/Louisiana

if a flat tire is keeping you from riding for awhile, you might want to re-think wanting to race just yet...

LJB-OSB - 25 July 2008 08:23 AM

if a flat tire is keeping you from riding for awhile, you might want to re-think wanting to race just yet...

how old are you?

He said he waz 17.