This in-depth interview was shot with multi time Canadian National Superbike Champion Ben Young at Daytona International Speedway. We cover a wide range of topics including advice for aspiring young riders, comparing old school and modern MotoGP riding techniques, mastering bumpy tracks, suspension and electronics adjustments on modern superbikes and much more.
@gasonbikeup-motorcycles produces videos to show how the same techniques that are used by MotoGP and World Superbike riders can translate to all riders, track or street. If you’re interested in road racing, track days, or simply how to get the most out of your sport bike this video is for you! You’ll learn from Eric Wood, the head coach for the oldest motorcycle track training school in the United States. In this video, we discuss a common problem that affects both top racers and street riders when they need to stop the bike as quickly as they can. The solutions to better braking may surprise you!
Timecodes
0:00 Introduction
0:47 The career path of a superbike champion
2:07 Insights for young racers
3:54 Navigating the role of parents as riders transition from privateer to factory efforts
6:48 Racing in Canada versus in the USA – insights
9:14 How to adjust your motorcycle for bumpy tracks
13:17 How to adjust your riding for bumpy tracks
16:28 Modern electronics and chassis setup programs
17:49 Blending old school riding techniques with modern motorcycles
21:56 Feeling out pavement
24:20 Big bikes versus small bike track strategies
28:45 Torque maps and traction control
33:32 The pros and cons of modern riding techniques
36:03 Using the rear brake
38:17 Training at the limit on the dirt to help tour road racing craft 43:50 Daytona 200
45:50 Describing the feeling of the high banks at Daytona
47:40 Daytona 200 predictions and wrap up
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