Freestyle Motocross

Freestyle Motocross, also known as “FMX” or “Moto-X” traces its roots from the motocross sport. It has developed as 1 of the fastest advancing sports of the new era. The event also has one of the highest viewership, at a number of thrilling sports contests. It’s different from the old-style motocross in that it gives less importance to higher speeds and lays more emphasis on the ability of the riders in performing excitingly dangerous stunts. So to witness this event live, buy your Freestyle Motocross tickets now!

The event involves a plethora of aerial tricks and stunts. Bob Kohl became the 1st person in 1993 to do a backflip on motocross “Honda Cr9808” motorcycle. Kohl was a seasoned “BMX” rider who would regularly perform the trick on his bicycle. Then, the year 2000 saw Carey Hart attempting his 1st ever backflip while riding a full-sized motocross motorcycle. He performed the stunt off an adapted mud landing-ramp at the Gravity Games event that year. He crashed right after, and many speculated whether he accomplished the stunt or just attempted it. Nevertheless, this episode changed Freestyle Motocross for good. Many bikers started attempting the backflips themselves including the very popular Travis Pastrana, who undertook it during the Summer X Games.

Finally, Caleb Wyatt became the 1st person ever to perform a complete backflip riding on a large motorbike in 2002. The trick was carried out on a mulch heap of grass, barks and leaves, which was actually meant for the track maintenance. 2002 also saw the backflip being taken to the X Games grandeur. Both, Travis Pastrana as well as Mike Metzger successfully performed the flips off the ramps. So the backflip incredibility became a common stunt performed within freestyle contests. Mike Metzger got awarded a “Freestyle Gold” for his continuous backflip stunt at the Summer X Games 8.

Owing to the nature of Freestyle Motocross races, the bikes involved need ample suspension in order to undertake extreme tricks and stunts. Similarly, in order to minimize the weight of the motorbike, additional fixtures like electric starters, kickstands, speedometers and lights are excluded in the motocross bike-construction.  Elements with a low weight like magnesium and aluminum are normally used. Furthermore, the riders mostly spend time standing, which helps them in absorbing any shock or impact with the knees. Plus the lengthened seat, although uncomfortable, it enables the riders to shift the weight quickly enough while still providing added grip around the corners.

Some of the most distinguished Freestyle Motocross shows include NIGHT of the JUMPs, Moto-X Freestyle National Championship, X-Games, Dew Action Sports Tour Freeriding, Gravity Games and Red Bull X-fighters. Freestyle riding requires more skillfulness as well as mental capability compared to other styles. The most prominent locations for Freestyle Motocross include Beaumont in Texas, Cainville in Utah and Glamis Dunes and Ocotillo Wells in the state of California. The Freestyle Motocross tickets are usually sold-out very quickly as the event provides a combination of thrill, adventure and skill, all in one live show!