i have a couple questions. i have always watched racing and jumping but im new to riding. i always see the riders put there leg out going into turns. why?
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another question is i started riding last summer on a 1994 kawasaki kdx 200. i found myself keeping up with yz450 riders by the end of the summer and the reason im catching them is going in and coming out of the corners. what kinda bike would you consider for me. im 5' 8" 135lbs soaking wet.
A KDX200
They are very versatile and have excellent power to weight ratio. If you are keeping up with the 450s on your 200, you're doing it right... -BIG DAN
and they are one ones trying to teach me to ride. but im also not scared of my bike i was told to have respect for it but dont be scared... i just think i need a better bike for me and advise on how to ride better.
The bike is almost negligible when it comes to proper form and riding techniques.
Ride what is the most FUN for you!
I think you would do great on any 1996-2013 Yamaha YZ250, but form and technique is MUCH more important. -BIG DAN
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like 530 said, throwing your leg up front throws weight up front to help push the front end down to create better traction. Sounds like you handling that 200 just fine. Its not jumper but it sure is a great trail riding bike. I too have a KDX200, although I don't get to ride it much. I oldest is always on it. I rode it one day all day and the best thing I liked about it over my RM250 is I didn't feel half as wore out. The RM feels like its trying to pull your arms out of socket where the KDX just rolls on the power smoother. Good luck
like 530 said, throwing your leg up front throws weight up front to help push the front end down to create better traction. Sounds like you handling that 200 just fine. Its not jumper but it sure is a great trail riding bike. I too have a KDX200, although I don't get to ride it much. I oldest is always on it. I rode it one day all day and the best thing I liked about it over my RM250 is I didn't feel half as wore out. The RM feels like its trying to pull your arms out of socket where the KDX just rolls on the power smoother. Good luck 
Welcome, and as for riding....
WELCOME!
@kawasakikdx200 you would absolutely rip a YZ125 or any 125 at 135lbs.... light and fast, just keep them rpms up!
@kawasakikdx200 you would absolutely rip a YZ125 or any 125 at 135lbs.... light and fast, just keep them rpms up!