Ken Hill Podcast Series

Starpower

Starpower

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braking drills

As usual, more priceless podcasts. I just got to the last 2 (shame on me!). The one on braking being the key to acceleration was spot on. Goes with "if you want to go faster slow down!"

I wanted to toss on a drill I came up with whenever I come to a stop on the street in both cars and bikes. I challenge myself to coming to a complete stop without ever being able to detect the halt in movement. Although we cannot sense speed we are extremely sensitive to changes in direction. It is surprisingly difficult to do this in a car due to the high mass and requires the most delicate control to master. Its fun, challenging and a great way at least for me to become in tune with my brakes especially at the very edge of pad contact. Try it and see how you can do, If I have a passenger I'll ask them to tell me when they feel the car stop. You actually ease OFF the brakes just before stopping with the pads just dusting the rotors.
 
khill

khill

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Starpower said:
As usual, more priceless podcasts. I just got to the last 2 (shame on me!). The one on braking being the key to acceleration was spot on. Goes with "if you want to go faster slow down!"

I wanted to toss on a drill I came up with whenever I come to a stop on the street in both cars and bikes. I challenge myself to coming to a complete stop without ever being able to detect the halt in movement. Although we cannot sense speed we are extremely sensitive to changes in direction. It is surprisingly difficult to do this in a car due to the high mass and requires the most delicate control to master. Its fun, challenging and a great way at least for me to become in tune with my brakes especially at the very edge of pad contact. Try it and see how you can do, If I have a passenger I'll ask them to tell me when they feel the car stop. You actually ease OFF the brakes just before stopping with the pads just dusting the rotors.
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HA! If you have ever ridden in a car with me when I am training, If the student comes to an "abrupt" stop......I won't let them out of the car until they make a proper, last 1% stop.

Ken
 
89fj

89fj

late braking
Thank you for being at thunderhill 10/15, Ken. I was only at one session but I cut two seconds off my lap time. :thumbup:teeth
 
khill

khill

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Finally back at it! A timely topic for off season.......

https://soundcloud.com/ken-hill-534...-bike-will-make-you-a-better-rider-everywhere


Listen in to Podcast #61 as Ken talks about why riding a dirt bike is a huge part of getting better in our sport.

Podcast Notes:

Have you ever wondered why the best riders in the world train on dirt bikes?

Why and how can a dirt bike help your riding?

This week on episode 61 Ken delves into all the ways training in a low grip environment can help you reach your street or track riding goals.

No matter what bike or discipline you chose, Ken outlines a number of ways in which you can work on your technique, while exercising your eyes, mind and body.

Whatever your flavour; 110 CC mini bikes on a 15 second oval, riding hare scrambles on a 450 or anything in the middle, you will become a better rider training & practicing in the dirt.
 
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khill

khill

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Podcast #62 is up!

https://soundcloud.com/ken-hill-534763963/ken-hill-podcast-62-c-2018

Listen in to Podcast #62 as Ken talks about what it takes behind the scenes to enable improvement.

Podcast Notes:

This podcast opens up what goes on behind the scenes of what the best riders in the world do, to enable improvement.

-Setting long term goals
-Embracing proper methodology
-What makes up an athlete
-Evaluating the 3 aspects of an athlete and how that fits in your world
-Separating training and practice
-Evaluating your time and money budgets
-Evaluating your motorcycle and equipment needs
-Establishing short term goals that align with your long term goals.
 
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khill

khill

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Podcast #64 is up.....Get your notebook out for this one.

https://soundcloud.com/ken-hill-534763963/podcast-64-motor-controls-adjustability

Listen in to Podcast #64 as Ken breaks down how the best riders in the world, are the most adjustable riders in the world. Ken discusses how all the physical inputs a riders uses, controls the ability to adjust for different riding situations. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2

Podcast Notes:

- What are Motor Controls?
- How are Motor Controls Adjustable?
- What are the inputs the rider controls?
- What starts the adjustability process?
- What ends the adjustability process?
- How you can learn the process of adjustability
 
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