More than anything else, safety should be the
number one priority when riding on motocross tracks, even though most of us
might not want to adhere to guidelines when enjoying probably the best
experience of our lives. However, to make sure we get a chance to cherish these
moments, it is important that we be vigilant to avoid or minimize the injuries
as much as possible. Whether you are a rookie or a pro to dirt biking, safety
should be as important as relishing the ultimate fun experience.
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Injuries might ruin the fun. Although they
might be impossible to avoid, especially in a highly competitive scenarios,
there are precautions every rider can take such as slapping on the fox motocross gear. The long-sleeve pants and shirt,
helmet, motocross boots, a pair of gloves and goggles should suffice if you are
looking at the very minimum.
Also make sure your bike is set-up for the kind
of riding you have chosen. If the bike isn’t in an efficient condition, it
might eventually result in wearing off or causing even a fatal accident.
Equipping the bike with a suspension valve is the most important fact to tick
off if you wish to ride for longer.
Maintaining your dirt bike is also extremely
important and it is equally easy to do. Change the oil and the filters
regularly and ensure all the bolts and nuts are well torqued. Adjusting the
chain and tire pressure can also come in handy.
Another important precaution is to walking the
track before you mount on the bike. This will give a great insight as to which
lines to ride on and which ones not to. There could be pits and bumps or even
soft spots you might want to avoid to sidestep a major crash.
Although it is more of a self-preparation
trick, stretching can be important if you want to avoid an injury. Once you
start riding there is a higher tendency that your muscles will tighten and can
cause an injury. Also staying hydrated for a few hours before the ride is a
must. Consume healthy food to keep up with the stamina needed on the track.
If you are novice and just stepping into the
track with minimal supervision and practice it is significantly important to
keep to your lane. The right side of the track is considered as the slow lane.
It is important not to move out of the lane if you are riding on the left side
of the track and you hear another rider closing in on you from behind. This
might result in a hazardous outcome for yourself and for the fellow rider.
Always bring company along with you when you
step into the track. There should be someone, family or friend, to drive you
into a hospital and let your family know what happened. Although you can rely
on the fellow riders on the track, it is best to bring in someone who knows you
better especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
