Twist or thumb for MX????? Which do you rather?
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04-07-2005, 10:32 PM
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04-07-2005, 10:42 PM
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04-07-2005, 11:05 PM
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04-07-2005, 11:53 PM
Twist or thumb for MX????? Which do you rather?
i prefer thumb. tradition for quads. i dont get arm pump really. the thing about twist is that if you start to slide off the back the throttle get held wid open. did that on an old old little 90 scooter. with thumb you can hang on pretty much as hard as you want and not have to worry about moving the throttle. i know some people may think differently but this is just what i think. from your last post it sounds like you already have your mind made up about the twist?
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#8
04-08-2005, 10:08 AM
Twist or thumb for MX????? Which do you rather?
The thing about a thumb is when you are competeing in competitive racing you thumb will go numb after all teh rhythm jumps and whoops and what not. You don't want to be out leading and then lose a race do to the fact you can't control your machine properly.
And keep in mind I prefer a thumb throttle on quads in all other occasions.
And keep in mind I prefer a thumb throttle on quads in all other occasions.
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04-08-2005, 01:18 PM
#10
04-08-2005, 04:54 PM
Twist or thumb for MX????? Which do you rather?
The more you ride MX with a thumb throttle the stronger your thumb will get. As with anything, to thumb it or twist it is personal preference. I have found that twist is the way to go when riding for long periods of time in the sand, but thumb is ideal for just about everything else; be it woods, track, or just play riding. With the thumb throttle you have more overall control of the power because it is independant of your grip. This allows you to let go of the thumb lever to regain control if need be. Also, your body english won't affect your thumb movement as mush as it would a twist. If you don't believe me try rippin through a whoop section with a twist and then a thumb. The twist throttle will react to your movements creating a blip, blip, or on-off throttle chop. We all know that when in whoops you don't want to let that front end dive and from my experience I have found that a thumb throttle won't do that to the extent of the twist. Cornering is also affected by twist. Again it's affected by your body english. As I said, it's all personal preference and it has a lot to do with your riding style, where you ride, and how aggressive you are.