I have pretty much that exact sled she's using to demonstrate but I still find "jockey throttle" works fine. 2 strokes don't run right with smooth throttle
You definitely notice a difference between EFI and carbs. EFI has much more faster throttle response. I remember the single cylinder days where you only ever needed full throttle or nothing.
Watching this 4 years later. Still riding my old school RMK with carbs. Throttle input can’t be taught because each person has a different feel for what the sled is doing and how it responds to throttle input. Some sleds with certain tracks need a little more of that “jockey” throttle as you put it, simply because they’re not as responsive to subtle throttle inputs. It takes time and understanding of the specific sled that you’re riding in order to perfect throttle input
I went from skidoo to a 4 stroke nytro, the torque curve and throttle is totally different. But with that said ill take the added weight that comes with a much longer maintenance interval and lower operating cost.
Wow. Just stumbled onto your videos and this was the first one I watched. Even for an experienced rider, this is great information. I've been riding for over 40 years (albeit never in the mountains) and never thought about head position. Thank you for taking the time to explain that. Subscribed to learn more!
I get the correlation now between head, knees, throttle positioning but I hafta ask, with your head/eyes that high on the horizon, it seems like you're not going to see everything that's right in front of you. I'll be on the slopes in a couple of weeks to go from beginner to intermediate riding hopefully. I'll be using what you're saying to make that transition. I've got a lot more video watching to do between now and then so maybe my concern will be answered as I go through the vids. Thanks for helping us beach people cast off out jet skis for the more thrilling world of backcountry!
