my dad just told me that i can race my 400EX this spring. as far as performance mods, all i got is the pipe. im getting a set of shocks for christmas. i just ordered a skid plate. i plan on ordering some nerfs when i get some $$$. what else should i do to it. ill be racing mostly woods, crosscountry stuff.

 

if you will be racing in a association or league you will probaly need - kill switch,number plates,nerfbars,full helment and pads along with longsleeve shirt and heavy duty pants, and some mods

 

what type of racing are you going to do?

 

definetly get some handguards. shocks help. one of my friends gave me a tip i thought was interesting...take off one of you grips and fill teh inside with quick drying foam. supposedly it reduces vibration. and nerfs are a near must for woods racing. a good set of 6 ply tires are a big help. it also depends a lot on the rider. hone your riding skills, dont go out to win the 1st time. watch the leaders, see what they do. see when to pass and when not too.
another big tip- you should always be accelerating or braking, never coasting. racing all about having fun, so unless you plan to make a career out of racing, take it easy.

 

im definately getting some nerfs. christmas present[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif[/img]

 

The foam trick is realy, remove grips and inject the inner part of your handle bars with sillicone. This nearly dampens all vibration.

 

o ya? sounds like a good idea. i got the rear axle\housing, and swingarm taken apart, so maybe ill try it

 

You may also want to add a steering Damper.

 

i got a prm skidplate and new axle bearing kit on layaway at my dealorship. gotta pick them up soon. nerfs, for christmas.
im 14, i cant afford a steering damper