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I talked to and guided many people in just the situation you describe, ranging in age from maybe 8-9 yrs old, to their 40's+
Same things always apply.
If you can, get there early and walk the track, or at least walk along the side. This will get you familiar with how it goes, the direction, as well as where it gets rough, or sandy, or muddy. Then on those first laps, everything isn't a big surprise.
Tell the people running the day, you're a virgin. You're new. It's your first time. They'll figure it out pretty quickly once on the track, but you're giving them a heads up on what to expect and any good track op will make sure you go out at right time and give you some advice.
As been said, HOLD YOUR LINE. No weaving back and forth. DO NOT try to get out of anyone's way. There's a 50/50 shot at going the right way, and you'll always pick the wrong one. Just stay in your line, on your side of the track, anyone going by will find their way past you. If they yell at you (and someone will), don't sweat it.
Don't feel you have to jump anything. You don't, there is no rule saying you have to. But do pay attention to where everyone else has been going, the line they're using to make that jump, and go to the other part of the track to roll it. Take your time on jumping. Let confidence build over time, then jump it when you feel ready.
Don't cut the track. No one wants to have to pass you 3x a lap, unless they're actually lapping you. Cutting the track pisses people off.
Talk to your neighbors in the pits, introduce yourself, tell them you're a noob. Ask advice. You'll make friends quick, and most everyone is willing to be an expert and offer advice, even if they a noob as well.
Don't worry about how you look. It's not a fashion show, though some act as if it is. Don't worry about style or looking like a goon, you'll be a goon, because you're new, don't sweat it.
and lastly, never show up at the track with #1 on your bike, ever.
Ever
Oh, and remember to have fun, that's why you're doing it
Ride your pace and a little faster every other time or so.
And don't wipe that smile off of your face EVER !!!
Don’t enter the track behind a jump
Don’t exit the track crossing lines. I.e. if you know you will be pullling off to the right or left set your self up before hand and slowly migrate that way then exit.
Go for it. You'll be fine and you will feel more alive than you have ever felt before.
But do pay for some lessons.
Go for it!!
Op... Hit a track.... As long as you don't just send it, it will be even more fun than u imagine...
You will be cursing if you get to an age that you wished you had hit a track on a dirt bike, but you were physically incapable of doing it.
I have a 2019 YZ125. The weight and power means i can generally keep it all on two wheels. The state i am in is mainly sand, so huge whoops and thick sand berms take it out of you.
Just enjoy yourself.. go to the track on practice days and just churn out laps. Have fun.. because in your 30's your not going for a AMA plate.
Cheers,
Pit Row
Riding MX/SX tracks is very dangerous. If you're not feeling safe about a jump, don't do it. Best advice is to follow somebody who is successfully landing the jump "Shadow" them and match their speed.
The only sure thing about riding tracks and getting hurt is that it's not "IF" it will happen, but when
Good luck
Whatever you do, dont go with a 450. It will not be fun and you will end up scaring, if not hurting, yourself.
Used 4 strokes are a scary endeavor
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