When you are just 3, 4 or 5 years old, focusing on a task can be difficult. It may be an advantage if coaches/minders are constantly in touch with the rider. This way you can help keep the focus. It is a matter of constantly making little motivational comments, praising and applauding desired behavior. In …
Cone training – balancing exercises
A big part of being able to ride Trial is having good balance. This being one reason why I believe Trial can be a good base, for moving on to other motorcycle sports. Training balance with cones Since balance is so important, it is necessary for us to train balance, and to continue coming back …
Equipment – what and when
How much equipment and when. That’s a totally legit question that is brought to bear when junior starts in motorsport. The following review is based on Trial training. For other sports, especially Motocross, Enduro, and track riding, there are completely different guidelines. Here, however, I will tell you what we have learned from Trial training. …
The art of training in sections
Training in sections is essential for Trial. It sounds obvious, but in my experience it is actually the hardest thing for new riders – be they young or old. The answer is probably found in the fact that it is easier (and not quite as demanding) to ride around “leisurely” outside the sections. You can …
Cone exercises – Steering exercises
Arguably, it is just as important to be able to steer as it is to be able to slow down. For this reason, it is only natural to include some steering exercises on level ground, using cones as the instrument. Steering exercises for Trial The variations are endless, and your imagination sets the limit. Below, …
Cone exercises – brake exercises
As you might read elsewhere on JuniorMoto, I am a big fan of training techniques on level ground. When I write “level ground”, I mean a large open area without obstacles like rocks, fences, or trees. This could be a field, a sports field, or something similar. Brake and steering a Trial motorcycle. When I …
Motorcycle manufacturers
It is completely natural to ask which manufacturers exist in terms of machines for the little ones – ages 3-9. In my opinion, there are not too many serious manufacturers for that age group. There are quite a few motorcycles available, but the quality is just not great. It bears mentioning, however, that price and …
Turning – type and possibilities.
A turn is not just a turn! By knowing the various types of turns, it will be easier to identify which types are challenging for the rider. A good section can contain several types of turns, and as the child gains skill, you might combine the different the types of turns with other types of …
Into the woods
It was quite natural for us, to introduce our son very early on to the concept of riding in the woods. At the same time, we could combine it with a walk or later on a run. We started with him riding on Push Bike. That way, it was quite natural for him to move …
Starting on motocycle
Let’s just be honest. It aches to get junior on the motorcycle, and watch them twist the throttle for the first time. However, my experience is that it is really important that they are ready for the motorcycle before their first time, otherwise give the development a setback. ? Start on a bike. That’s why …
Storytelling as a tool.
We have been telling stories since the beginning of time – or at least since humanity evolved. There are many studies about why it’s important for children to hear stories, even though it’s difficult for many make time for it. I will not get into the many benefits of telling stories, I would recommend doing …
Throttle assist.
Help to the little ones, to make the transition to motorcycle easier. When kids move from pushbike to their first motorcycle, they often lack a bit of strength. This is especial the true, in the case of kids below 3 years. It might therefore be hard for the little ones, having to keep the throttle …
