HOW TO GET STARTED IN FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS | FMX Tips, Bike & Ramp Setup, and More!

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  • @faisstlife
    @faisstlife  5 років тому +52

    What you guys think?? Was this video helpful??

    • @team2sick850
      @team2sick850 5 років тому

      Brother all your videos are very knowledgeable..and this is the truth and not only fmx but mx. Everything u said would help all riders.. maybe not so stiff if they ain't riding fmx.. but everything u explained is awesome. Keep ripping it brother. So proud of you and giving me motivation.. thank you.

    • @rileyrizfransen8934
      @rileyrizfransen8934 5 років тому

      Ronnie Faisst yep very good 👌🏼

    • @301jax
      @301jax 5 років тому

      Ronnie Faisst , very helpful ... think this can help alot of guys get in to FMX without alot of injurys .. good to hear from a pioneer that tricks dont happens over night🙏🤛... think to many try to go all in at first , crash and no more 😬🥳👍🏁🇺🇸🏁

    • @jacobburen672
      @jacobburen672 5 років тому +1

      I appreciate isn’t a lot there’s not a lot of info out there about getting into FMX I hope to see more videos like it it would be awesome if you could do tutorials on tricks... that would make my life so much easier...

    • @NoBody-ft3cq
      @NoBody-ft3cq 5 років тому +1

      Nice vid bro

  • @RonnieandMel
    @RonnieandMel 5 років тому +15

    GOOOOD job lovey! You can see how passionate you are about what you e done all these years!

  • @marshallmccormick5311
    @marshallmccormick5311 3 роки тому +1

    Faisst is the only freestyle guy to help get others into the sport and I respect that as a 15 year old who wants to be a fmx rider

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  3 роки тому +1

      👍🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼👍🏼

  • @RonnieandMel
    @RonnieandMel 5 років тому +10

    And man... if I actually wanted to do freestyle motocross, this would be super helpful! You’re a great teacher! 👍🏼

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  5 років тому +1

      Coach is in full effect lol

    • @ksacdesigns
      @ksacdesigns 5 років тому

      @@faisstlife I sent you a email and dm on Insta @dirtrider479 hope to hear from you thanks

    • @saucecuz
      @saucecuz 5 років тому

      Ronnie someone from my church told me 2 hit u ☝

    • @saucecuz
      @saucecuz 5 років тому

      Your dope. Mission church told me 2 contact u about saving my soul from going 2 hell

  • @Willdriftfortires
    @Willdriftfortires 5 років тому +24

    I just started riding this year at 30. This is the kind of content I need to study and absorb lol.

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  5 років тому +5

      Going to be dropping more videos on riding tips for beginners soon 🙌🏼

    • @Willdriftfortires
      @Willdriftfortires 5 років тому +4

      @@faisstlife you should do a video on steel ramps. maybe sell ramp plans. im a welder by trade but the info is hard to find or trust.

    • @koolkat8639
      @koolkat8639 5 років тому +2

      willdriftfortires if you’re in California, scummy Morrison has fmx classes, you should check it out. It’s for beginner riders like you, all the way up to experienced riders.

    • @wilhogan7918
      @wilhogan7918 4 роки тому +1

      @@Willdriftfortires i am looking for a fmx ramp and im willing to buy one off you

  • @lefty4200
    @lefty4200 4 роки тому +6

    Awesome video man I'm just getting back into riding and your explanation on how you went from a no footer below the seat to a kod was so helpful just having a little guidance goes a long way could you do a video on how you progressed through other tricks as well?... big fan by the way your episode on talking shit with twitch really showed how awesome of a person you are

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      yes sir! i'm going to do a how to do a KOD video for sure 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @soundbreakermusic
    @soundbreakermusic 4 роки тому

    Great video, I’m 13 but jeez dude even 50 feet is big as for me... thanks brother

  • @kelliebrooks9094
    @kelliebrooks9094 2 роки тому

    I think last time i raced i was clearing 65 feet the table top was 50 an i was clearing the end and landing on the flat....good steering damper we use them road racing what a help it is....its nice to probably ride ur bike or race with out it first so u can feel where u want it and what it changes increments...so u dont not feel ur bikes handling feel....each bike has its own frame geo

  • @loganodone4547
    @loganodone4547 4 роки тому +3

    Very much appreciated the video I’m 15 and getting into fmx, definitely helps my knowledge and increases my confidence! Thank you!

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      For sure! I have some more FMX ones coming out soon. Dropping ramp set up tonight 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 keep killing it

  • @User37621
    @User37621 5 років тому +8

    Yoo keep the vids coming Faisst 👊🏻

  • @stevevanderhorst3501
    @stevevanderhorst3501 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome information mate, my 7 year old has just started hitting ramps on his husky 65 here in Australia. I’ve already ordered a full size ramp now, this is helping him so much

  • @rokguzaj9054
    @rokguzaj9054 5 років тому +1

    Big respect Ronnie! Such a badass rider with a great personality. Very insipred by your work, Keep it up!
    FMX videos are the best, looking forward for some more!

  • @austinfinkes1328
    @austinfinkes1328 3 роки тому

    Dude this helps out a bunch, more UA-camrs need to be like u

  • @NewEnglandPatriotsfan
    @NewEnglandPatriotsfan 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome Ronnie!! Big fan of you guys the Metal Mulisha

  • @SendersonVlogs
    @SendersonVlogs 2 роки тому

    This is exactly what I was looking for awesome video!

  • @adventurebrosmedia2053
    @adventurebrosmedia2053 5 років тому +1

    Definitely need more tips for FMX! This is great dude thanks!

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      More FMX videos coming 🙌🏼🙌🏼 ramp set up tonight

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      More FMX videos coming 🙌🏼🙌🏼 ramp set up tonight

  • @arptv806
    @arptv806 2 роки тому

    VERY VERY helpful man thanks so much

  • @FreeRiderFMX
    @FreeRiderFMX 5 років тому +2

    Sick vid man! Just discovered your channel. I've always wanted to improve my fmx skills and this helps! 🤘🏼
    Subscribed!

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      Awesome. I’ll
      Do some more FMX video soon 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @kingcarnage_
    @kingcarnage_ 5 років тому

    I was into the freestyle in my younger days but I’m older now. However if I were wanting to start then yes this video would be good advice.

  • @bastianbak3987
    @bastianbak3987 5 років тому +6

    Finale i find a video of fmx that i need... u must make a full video how to setup a bike complete for freestyle motocross...thust that video must be have a lot of hundres of likes...and then make a tutorial videos how to do a backflip step for step.. how to do a rock solid step for step etc... thats the kind of videos whats all wants to see... thats my recomendation sorry for my english i know its not the best... thanks for ur videos and i hope u see my comentarie and answer what do u think about that✊🏻🤙🏻

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +2

      Bike set for FMX dropping next week

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      Bike set for FMX dropping next week

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +2

      Bike set for FMX dropping next week

  • @mohdsayefsaumay3144
    @mohdsayefsaumay3144 5 років тому

    Finally i fund answers on my own question. Good bro

  • @cra4war
    @cra4war 3 роки тому +1

    I’m half tempted too quit my job take my bike and move out west, I can’t find anyone near me who does freestyle and I just wanna learn how and prove to myself that I can hit jumps like that. I’ve done no footers but nothing crazy.

  • @courtneygillespie
    @courtneygillespie 2 роки тому

    Stiff suspension tighten the bars tire pressure...start small....got it....what is a good size bike for freestyle?

  • @kellysunseri-adams8550
    @kellysunseri-adams8550 4 роки тому +3

    I don't even own a dirt bike and I loved this vid haha I really do want to get into fmx, just afraid I'm too old now. 30 too late to start?

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +4

      🙌🏼🙌🏼😂! Na man! 30 is fine to learn how to ride! I would get on for sure! 🙌🏼

  • @ericdavis5275
    @ericdavis5275 5 років тому

    Dope video big bro! Watchin this makes me wanna get a bike and learn! 😂😂

  • @lancethinkpink
    @lancethinkpink Рік тому

    dude thanks. rockstar!

  • @jtgross2324
    @jtgross2324 Рік тому

    Should I set my rebound faster or slower front and rear?

  • @wolverinebear5357
    @wolverinebear5357 Рік тому

    Same reason bmx guys run 100psi well atleast the real riders in the woods rippin trails, keep it woods my digga!

  • @sonnylopata4146
    @sonnylopata4146 5 років тому

    Thats some good tips here Ronnie. I've learned a lot from Trevor vines over the last 4 years. TVlandmx is my favorite playground.

  • @kelliebrooks9094
    @kelliebrooks9094 2 роки тому

    Really tru thanks im good...id love to have been able to do that laid over nac nac that i would work on for sure....peace thanks im retired now too much too late....peace....great job on thevideos well done...

  • @fmxbenburnett
    @fmxbenburnett 5 років тому

    Bro I really loved the video and would love for you too make more! I didn’t know anything about the tire pressure definitely going to try it!

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      Yeah man! I have some coming coming. How did the tire pressure work?

    • @fmxbenburnett
      @fmxbenburnett 4 роки тому

      Ronnie Faisst bro it made me jump way farther!! I’m stoked I can lower my gearing for a slower approach and still get the distance I want. Definitely helped me out a ton bro you the OG

  • @madamejesus6591
    @madamejesus6591 4 роки тому

    Really Great Video Ronnie...!! I'm a huge admirer of the OG's like yourself, and an Amateur FMX rider from the UK! Also friends with Ian who owns i-49 MX track in Kansas... was riding in Greenville,Texas with him back in 2017 - small world I know!! He's got a ramp set up at his place just now so I'm hoping to come over next year sometime :P Thanks so much for the vids, they're super helpful/informative/inspiring and I'm sure a whole bunch of people feel the same as me! I'll subscribe to the channel for sure... Bless Up.. Peace!

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks bro! Yeah man I met Ian who has the ramp at his place. I may be riding over there this Sat.. small world for sure 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @madamejesus6591
      @madamejesus6591 4 роки тому

      @@faisstlife Yeah man I just spoke to him on a video call tonight! He's built a big old dirt landing and the ramp is good to go!! Wish I could come watch you ride but I'm in the UK haha!! It's probably the safest way for him to jump it to have you go over there and tow him over it.. Anyways have a Great one if you end up heading out to I-49 & I hope to get out to Kansas when the world has gotten back to normal!! Keep on Rockin.. you're an inspiration mate!! Peace :)

  • @BIG_BODWELL
    @BIG_BODWELL 8 місяців тому

    very helpful

  • @VivaLaDoug1212
    @VivaLaDoug1212 5 років тому

    This was a good vid !

  • @yodavizion
    @yodavizion 4 роки тому

    This guys super bad azz and coo af 😎😎

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks homie 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @kyleblackcrow9455
    @kyleblackcrow9455 4 роки тому

    I have one of those x-pro Titan 250 dirt bikes is that a good dirt bike ??? or do I need like a Honda or Kawasaki dirt bike???

  • @danirinner6662
    @danirinner6662 4 роки тому

    Do you have any tips on tricks you can learn at the track because there are no ramps anywhere near where I live and in Austria you're not allowed to ride on your own property let alone build a ramp.

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      Yeah! Start with the basics!! No footer, no hander, heel clicker, nac nac, can can. You can do those if there is a big enough jump at your local track

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      Yeah! Start with the basics!! No footer, no hander, heel clicker, nac nac, can can. You can do those if there is a big enough jump at your local track

    • @danirinner6662
      @danirinner6662 4 роки тому

      Thanks 🤙🏼

  • @aidenmaves5537
    @aidenmaves5537 4 роки тому

    Ive done motocross for a long time so is being 15 yrs old to old for freestyle or should i stick with motocross

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  3 роки тому +1

      never to old bro. i didn't start fmx until i was 20

    • @aidenmaves5537
      @aidenmaves5537 3 роки тому

      @@faisstlife so if i wanted to start where can i get a fmx ramp or do they need to be custom made. Or should i just make one with dirt

  • @rexbryandeleon
    @rexbryandeleon 4 роки тому

    thanks for the tips, do you have how to vidoes on each trick? 😬🤘🏻

  • @harryo9072
    @harryo9072 4 роки тому

    So Ron I really look up to you and I am 11 so I could do this with my 70?

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      yes just on a much smaller jump lpl

  • @salmanchahim3907
    @salmanchahim3907 4 роки тому

    thanks for the vedio! I always wanted to practice since my childhood but I am from a country where there is no FMX...am still looking in the forest for a spot where I can practice :/

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @Hailey-pr1up
    @Hailey-pr1up 4 роки тому

    Im 13 and trying to start early lol. What cc do you recommend starting out on? I have a 125sx 2 stroke and a 250excf 4 stroke.

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      The 250 4 stroke would be better for the ramps for sure.. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @Grizzlesquad
    @Grizzlesquad 4 роки тому

    good job on here man !! just quick one what would be better ktm 250 sx or ktm 150 sx for freestyle im about 65 kg prefer 2t . more leaning towards 250. 2020 model. dont get alot of info and help in uk.

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      I would go with the 250 for sure! Way better for FMX then the 150 🙌🏼

    • @Grizzlesquad
      @Grizzlesquad 4 роки тому

      @@faisstlife Thanks man ,I went for the 250 sx should be here within two weeks then get back to it , thanks for the vids man they help so much ,

  • @mwmoto
    @mwmoto Рік тому

    What’s a stabilizer? I’m in western mass and trying to get into freestyle and use it to spread hope and a positive outlet for so many people in our community. I just know nothing about it and would love to have someone to talk to about it. If anyone sees this comment and wants to help me out please let me know!

  • @kelliebrooks9094
    @kelliebrooks9094 2 роки тому

    People think mx racers are crazy how many times do u practice taking just a table top or a double...or whoops..berms....my parents had an acre and a half i had the whole back area for a smal track oval 5 berms an a short run an a long run over and over....hours

  • @doobiedooo3720
    @doobiedooo3720 4 роки тому

    I'm 18 is it too late to go pro I've been riding since I was about 6 but I never learned tricks just basic jumps I stopped riding when I was 14 and started practicing to race cars did that for awhile then my dreams got crushed so I'm getting back into riding and wondering if I can actually do this dream

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      anything is possible brother! 👍🏼

  • @jasonodonnell5905
    @jasonodonnell5905 5 років тому

    Do you think 2 stroke or 4 stroke for freestyle is better?

    • @Eeky98
      @Eeky98 5 років тому

      Go for 4 strokes, preferably injection, carbereted tend to bog on the ramp. The enginebraking is very handy

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      4 strokes for sure

    • @Dk10244
      @Dk10244 4 роки тому

      @@faisstlife Why 4 stroke instead of 2 stroke?

  • @blaydealympic6815
    @blaydealympic6815 5 років тому

    I want to get into FMX but I have a pit bike

  • @chadkimble7456
    @chadkimble7456 4 роки тому

    Damn wish you was here to guide me through this shit I'm more of a one on one guy I need a professional to keep me on track and focused

  • @connormangseth1025
    @connormangseth1025 4 роки тому

    Hey, hopefully someone in the fmx community can help me out with the recommended rebound. I think faster rebound will buck me off the lip but I’m not sure. Do you guys run slower rebound? Plz help!

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      Yes a little slower is better for FMX.. start at like 10 clicks out front and rear and see how that feels 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @connormangseth1025
      @connormangseth1025 4 роки тому

      Ronnie Faisst thanks a lot. Hitting the ramp I bought from ol fitzo today, finally got her set up. U da legend!

  • @thecvhsricer3121
    @thecvhsricer3121 4 роки тому

    What if you live in an area where this isn’t very popular, Like I live in Washington state so where could I go to practice?

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      That’s the hard thing. I many states there’s no ramps set up at public places. Either have to get some land yourself or talk to one of the local track owners and see if you buy the ramp that they will build you a landed for it. Few tracks in cali did that for some of the guys

  • @my_name_is_betty283
    @my_name_is_betty283 5 років тому

    Thanks for the tips, should I cut my fenders?

  • @Raul1Silva
    @Raul1Silva 4 роки тому

    I want to know, how fast (in mph) do the pros take off to hit a 75 foot gap?

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      man i'm not sure what the mph would be but 2ed gear on a 450 just cruzin then power through the ramp

  • @FranzPartello
    @FranzPartello 3 роки тому

    Does anyone know if I can set up my 1997 yz250 for freestyle or is it too outdated?

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  3 роки тому

      no you can set it up 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @nathanwesener5585
    @nathanwesener5585 4 роки тому

    My back is broken rn thank God its for winter because I don't even like the cold

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      yeah man the cold is not so fun lol

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      yeah man the cold is not so fun lol

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      yeah man the cold is not so fun lol

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      yeah man the cold is not so fun lol

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому +1

      yeah man the cold is not so fun lol

  • @Akawe76
    @Akawe76 4 роки тому

    I know is crazy but i can do FMX with a 50cc?

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      yeah learn how to do easy tricks, one hander, no footer, no hander 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      yeah learn how to do easy tricks, one hander, no footer, no hander 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @huskylacio6390
    @huskylacio6390 5 років тому

    Sorry , can anyone explain to me the tyre pressure part in Bars ? I dont understand very well english so thanks in advance . 2:19

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      I’m not sure what the tire pressure would be in bars let me try to find out.

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      I’m not sure what the tire pressure would be in bars let me try to find out.

  • @Cody2nd
    @Cody2nd 5 років тому

    I’d kill to have a place to ride some metal ramps and start learning. there’s nothing but race tracks around me and no one that is into fmx, so there’s not much info. Do you know of anyone or anywhere in Ohio or the surrounding states that’s got metal ramps or a fmx set up people can ride?

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      What about Trevor Vines! He’s FMX guy from Ohio

  • @Joelontugs
    @Joelontugs Рік тому

    If I was him I couldn’t help myself I’d be like throw yourself off the bike figure it out from there lmao jkjk

  • @wilhogan7918
    @wilhogan7918 4 роки тому +1

    why did you green screen your background

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      Because in the winter it’s to cold in my garage to film. 🥶

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      Because in the winter it’s to cold in my garage to film. 🥶

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      Because in the winter it’s to cold in my garage to film. 🥶

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      Because in the winter it’s to cold in my garage to film. 🥶

    • @wilhogan7918
      @wilhogan7918 4 роки тому

      @@faisstlife fair enough

  • @motolife1496
    @motolife1496 4 роки тому

    What if I’m 11

  • @cencoast_7.340
    @cencoast_7.340 5 років тому +1

    Mortercross

  • @garrettparker8223
    @garrettparker8223 4 роки тому

    He’s on a green screen

    • @faisstlife
      @faisstlife  4 роки тому

      🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼