joe_b - 25 July 2008 11:27 AM

waz

At 190 pounds I might think twice about a 125, but you might try it out and go to a 250 two-stroke if you prefer. A 250 four-stroke would probably do too, but trusting a used one is more difficult because of the more complex engine.

As far as tracks in Louisiana, do a Google search for Louisiana motocross tracks. There are plenty of lists out there. Another way to find them is by visiting a Louisiana motocross forum. Here's one: http://www.bayoumx.com/forums/

You can also ask a local dealer about tracks, online forums, and training. That might be the most efficient way to get info.

Different tracks and schools have different requirements. Most of the instructors I know will let you in a basics class as long as you have a helmet, but if it's a hardcore MX class, they'll generally require a helmet, gloves, boots, and a chest protector. I have a full protective kit including padded shorts, knee, and elbow guards, as well as the above, and a kidney belt (highly recommended). The main thing to keep in mind is that it's much cheaper to buy protective gear than it is to go to the hospital, AND the more protected you are the less likely it is that you'll get injured and have to stop riding for a while.

Get that tire fixed and go ride!

Chris

I am going to say it because someone has to, if you are 17 and have no racing experience other than stoppies and burn-outs, you will have your butt handed to you on a platter. Motorcross is serious syuff, probably the most physically demanding of all of the motorsports. At 190 I am hoping you are REALLY tall, like 7 feet, otherwise you had better put yourself on a serious traing schedule, now. The stamina needed to last through qualifiers and Motos can not be under estimated.

Equipment is secondary concern. You will not start in the pros. Start small take your lumps and learn.

On the chance that you really can make it, I would recommend that you spend some time learning to speak and write English in a way that people can understand. Sponsors will not want to be represented by a person that can not communicate their product well to others.

Best of luck to you!

http://www.thumpertalk.com

They have a MX Racing Forum hosted by Gary Semics(SP) they also have suspension engine and riding techinique forums. There are also tons of training videos on YourTub some of the best are hosted by Andrew Short Covers just about everything you would want to know about MX http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_Yh4oM7yIk Just take your time and don't race/ride over your head.

Just because your 190# doesn't mean a 2Stroke 125 or 4stroke 250 is too small. You can only learn corner speed by riding a smaller bike(Hmm Sounds Familar) What you loose in power will be made up by learning to carry corner speed to the face of a jump.

Stay Safe
Thrash1

Step 1:

Find some mud.

chrison600 - 24 July 2008 11:50 AM

Everyone can't be as smart as you...

I disagree with that statement.

r60man - 26 July 2008 10:28 AM

I am going to say it because someone has to, if you are 17 and have no racing experience other than stoppies and burn-outs, you will have your butt handed to you on a platter. Motorcross is serious syuff, probably the most physically demanding of all of the motorsports. At 190 I am hoping you are REALLY tall, like 7 feet, otherwise you had better put yourself on a serious traing schedule, now. The stamina needed to last through qualifiers and Motos can not be under estimated.

Equipment is secondary concern. You will not start in the pros. Start small take your lumps and learn.

On the chance that you really can make it, I would recommend that you spend some time learning to speak and write English in a way that people can understand. Sponsors will not want to be represented by a person that can not communicate their product well to others.

Best of luck to you!

HOLY CARP!!! WTF kinda response it that? Do you even know what you're talking about? First off, on the stamina thing, unless his first race is in the pro ranks(which it wont be), he's not going to have to worry about Qualifying, AMA Amateur racing doesn't work that way. Your entry fee gets you two Motos per class.... which are only 4 or 5 laps depending on the length of the track. My 4y/o son could do 4 laps, so this guy should have no problem. Although at 190, his bike is too small to be competitive, it's big enough to have fun on and good enough to start on.

On making it and his grammar, F Off! You're not the grammar police, especially if you don't call the sport by the right name. It's MOTOCROSS not MotoRcross. He's already to old "to make it" anyway. Starting at his age he'll never go pro... ever. The guy can't even find a local track, and you're worried about sponsors. :rolleyes:

highlander179 - 26 July 2008 08:11 PM

r60man - 26 July 2008 10:28 AM

I am going to say it because someone has to, if you are 17 and have no racing experience other than stoppies and burn-outs, you will have your butt handed to you on a platter. Motorcross is serious syuff, probably the most physically demanding of all of the motorsports. At 190 I am hoping you are REALLY tall, like 7 feet, otherwise you had better put yourself on a serious traing schedule, now. The stamina needed to last through qualifiers and Motos can not be under estimated.

Equipment is secondary concern. You will not start in the pros. Start small take your lumps and learn.

On the chance that you really can make it, I would recommend that you spend some time learning to speak and write English in a way that people can understand. Sponsors will not want to be represented by a person that can not communicate their product well to others.

Best of luck to you!

HOLY CARP!!! WTF kinda response it that? Do you even know what you're talking about? First off, on the stamina thing, unless his first race is in the pro ranks(which it wont be), he's not going to have to worry about Qualifying, AMA Amateur racing doesn't work that way. Your entry fee gets you two Motos per class.... which are only 4 or 5 laps depending on the length of the track. My 4y/o son could do 4 laps, so this guy should have no problem. Although at 190, his bike is too small to be competitive, it's big enough to have fun on and good enough to start on.

On making it and his grammar, F Off! You're not the grammar police, especially if you don't call the sport by the right name. It's MOTOCROSS not MotoRcross. He's already to old "to make it" anyway. Starting at his age he'll never go pro... ever. The guy can't even find a local track, and you're worried about sponsors. :rolleyes:

Motorcross was a spelling error, not grammer, but thats beside the point. We have an entire generation that are incapable of speaking or writing intelligable sentences. Blame it on texting or IMing,. whatever, but if no one tells them it is wrong, it will never improve. My spelling isn't perfect, and neither is my grammer, but I would be willing to bet that 99% of the people who read it can understand it. Read his second post, its actually painful. From a 17 year old? Come on, defending it will not make things better. I can not help feeling this way I am a high school teacher. Sorry if it bothers you, but "F Off!"

Your 4 year old could most likely do 4 laps, but a 190 pound 17 year old might not be able to. Do the math.

It's getting late at night and I am too tired to look at this too closely, but without trying I see seven spelling, punctuation and sentence structure errors in your post. Teacher teach thyself.

r60man - 27 July 2008 10:02 PM

Motorcross was a spelling error, not grammer, but thats beside the point. We have an entire generation that are incapable of speaking or writing intelligable sentences. Blame it on texting or IMing,. whatever, but if no one tells them it is wrong, it will never improve. My spelling isn't perfect, and neither is my grammer, but I would be willing to bet that 99% of the people who read it can understand it. Read his second post, its actually painful. From a 17 year old? Come on, defending it will not make things better. I can not help feeling this way I am a high school teacher. Sorry if it bothers you, but "F Off!"

Your 4 year old could most likely do 4 laps, but a 190 pound 17 year old might not be able to. Do the math.

Wow. You teach high school, you're a bike guy, and you mis-spell motocross with an "R"??? Dude, that is a fatal error. The dirt industry has been making fun of that mistake for 40 years now.

Can you blame that one on texting or IMing?

BTW - grammar

thx for the great tips ChrisOn600. I've been lookin into the Yam MX 125 myself. The version with the "good forks" that won't snap when ya land! Lourdes wants one of those "Yam pit bike scooters" for herself and a cruiser for us to travel with. I told her we'll need to build another garage just for the fleet of bikes! I guess I'm startin to become a "Joe Camel Yamaha Man" for life [now that I finally own one]. Love the feel! Good fit for me.

Part of the problem with kids today might be some of the teachers, lol - most of the few I know can't spell! 'Grammer' is a classic!