Freerider MX Ultimate Guide to Freestyle

This is a new book. Condition: Brand New.

As freestyle motocross continues to capture the imagination of the mainstream public and motorcycle sales soaring, more riders are focusing their attentions on riding FMX than every before. With the racing scene becoming more competitive than ever, more people are opting for the lifestyle and fun factor of freestyle, and as a result, amateur classes at events are burgeoning, and letters from readers eager to make a career in freestyle motocross are flooding Freerider MX Magazine's inbox. Freerider MX's Ultimate Guide to Freestyle targets these new riders, the experienced riders wanting to learn new tricks and the enthusiast who enjoys looking at high-quality photographs. Packed into the pages of this essential guidebook is everything one needs to know about buying a motorcycle, setting it up for freestyle motocross, ramps, foam pits, basic riding techniques, your first jump, gauging distances, entering your first competition, landing sponsors, developing a professional attitude, and dealing with the media.
Along the way, Australia's best riders will reveal their secrets and tips on performing everything from basic one-hander tricks right through to the notorious yardstick, the Backflip. Whether you're serious about FMX or just starting out in this exciting sport, this book will become the essential handbook. If you're simply an enthusiast or a couch rider, the amazing images, highest- quality paper stock and perfect-bound, glossy finish will leave you inspired and hungry to get out there and give it a go.