Motorcycle Suspension for Beginners

Motorcycle Suspension Guru, Dave Moss. Hey riders, welcome back to the channel! Today, we have a very special guest who is renowned in the motorcycle world for his expertise in suspension tuning—Dave Moss. With decades of experience and a passion for making bikes handle like a dream, Dave has helped countless riders achieve the perfect setup. In this interview, we dive deep into the art and science of suspension tuning, discuss common mistakes, and get exclusive tips straight from the expert himself. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just getting started, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Let's get into it! ‪@catalystreactionsbw‬ #podcast (p.s. excuse some of editing "harshness" I am still learning this stuff and its not my day day! :-) Chapters 00:00 Transitioning from Reviews to Interviews 02:57 Introducing Dave Moss: The Suspension Whisperer 06:10 Dave's Early Life and Passion for Motorcycling 09:08 The Journey into Suspension Tuning 11:55 Understanding Suspension Basics 14:48 The Importance of Planning in Racing 17:48 Tire Dynamics and Their Impact on Performance 21:08 Analyzing Tire Wear and Performance 24:01 Dave's Unique Approach to Tuning 26:54 Services Offered by Dave Moss Tuning 41:53 The Personal Journey of Motorcycle Safety 45:01 Community Support and Personal Health Challenges 50:58 Rider Coaching and Skill Development 52:29 Understanding Motorcycle Suspension and Setup 58:14 The Role of Technology in Modern Motorcycles 01:01:41 The Importance of Mastering Motorcycle Features 01:04:52 The Legacy of New Zealand Motorcycles 01:19:09 Global Recognition and Community Impact Links: https://davemosstuning.com/   / davemosstuning     / davemosstuning      / @catalystreactionsbw   Dates of significance: 1995 Novice license OMRRA 1996 worked with Circuit One Suspension. and then created GP Suspension with Dave Hodges in 1998 started racing with AFM in 2000 raced in AMA on a TZ250 during 2002, 2003 2004 started his own suspension tuning business, Dave Moss Tuning 2015 raced for the US Team at the Phillip Island Classic https://www.cycleworld.com/2015/12/15... #MotorcycleSuspension #DaveMossTuning #MotorcycleSetup #BikeHandling #SuspensionTuning #MotorcycleTips #RideBetter #MotorcycleExpert #SuspensionGuru #TwoWheels #BikeLife #MotorcycleCommunity #RidingSkills #MotoTech #PerfectRide Contents of this Video 00:00 -Intro 03:55 -Early Beginnings & Background 16:15 -Suspension basics 24:20 -Tires 28:27 - Dave examines my tires in real time 42:38 - Saving lives 45:02 - facing tough personal challenges 58:20 - Modern Motos & Electronic suspension 01:08 - Services Dave offers and how to contact him (online tuning, in person tuning, street coaching etc) 1:14- Kiwis in Motorsport 1:23 - Conclusion