Curbeater Test, Thunderhill Raceway Park: September 16th, 2018 Weather: 82F ambient high, 125F track high Bike used: 2009 Yamaha R6/450 AFM ‘A’ race bike Ohlins 30mm NIX cartridges, Ohlins oil at 22 hours of track time Ohlins GP TTX rear shock, Ohlins oil at 22 hours track time [...]
A kind gentleman allowed Dave to test ride his new base model Ducati Panigale V4. Dave evaluates the bike's braking, cornering, and acceleration, and concludes with some suspension direction. Freemium Video. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. Want to see the full video? [...]
Freemium Article. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. AFM ROUND 5, Sonoma Raceway September 1st and 2nd Funny how some old or new songs pop in your head at particular moments……..“Three wheels on my wagon and I’m still rolling along….” Getting the trailer fixed by Marvin and Pete in Williams was [...]
Sometimes you just need Dave Moss in your tool box. Thankfully this is the 21st Century. Whether riding on the road or at the track, Dave is available to help. Here's an example experience. Freemium Video. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. Want to [...]
There's more than one way to skin a corner. Dave explains these techniques for getting into, through, and out of corners more efficiently (code for "faster"). Freemium Video. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. Want to see the full video? Get [...]
What's the difference between progressive and linear (straight rate) springs? Almost every bike sold today is fitted with progressive springs. Freemium Video. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. Want to see the full video? Get Dave Moss Total Access [...]
Altering motorcycle shock length is often called "rear ride height adjustment." Most stock shocks are not adjustable for shock length. Some are. Why? And why should you care? Freemium Video. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. Want to see the full video? Get [...]
Freemium Article. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. AFM Round 5, Thunderhill Raceway Park July 7th and 8th Heading to the race event with a forecast of 104F for both days requires a lot of physical preparation. That means 1.5 gallons of water per day starting Tuesday to make sure your [...]
Given a properly adjusted chain, Dave identifies the 3 symptoms of a worn out chain needing replacement. How quickly these signs manifest depends on the chain quality, your maintenance regimen, and of course, how hard you ride. Freemium Video. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. Want [...]
Adjusting the angle of brake and clutch levers is a key fitment issue on every motorcycle. Achieving the optimum angle often involves "clocking" the brake line. Freemium Video. Enjoy. To view Premium content, please Subscribe or Login. Want to see the full video? Get [...]
