Trials Technique of Ryan Young (tutorial series)

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Trials and Enduro News has been publishing The Trials Technique of Ryan Young series of motorcycle trials tutorials beginning with the Feb, 2009 issue (then called Trials Competition newspaper).

No, digital versions of the tutorials are NOT available here or anywhere else on the internet. The various authors/contributors/owners of that content are still working on the best way to make it available beyond publication in Trials and Enduro News. But you can buy back issues of the paper… or better yet, subscribe! Here are the tutorials that have been published to-date:

  • Feb. 2009: Lesson 1 – Stance
  • Mar. 2009: Lesson 2 – Balance
  • Apr. 2009: Lesson 3 – Wheelie
  • May. 2009: Lesson 4 – Bunny Hop
  • Jun. 2009: Lesson 5 – Turns
  • Jul. 2009: Lesson 6 – Floaters
  • Aug. 2009: Lesson 7 – Flip Turn
  • Sep. 2009: Lesson 8 – Roll Up
  • Oct. 2009: Lesson 9 – Splatter
  • Nov. 2009: Lesson 10 – Jap Zap
  • Dec. 2009: Lesson 11 – Holding Pressure
  • Jan. 2010: Lesson 12 – Soft Zap
  • Feb. 2010: Lesson 13 – Drop Off
  • Mar. 2010: Lesson 14 – Front Hop
  • Apr. 2010: Lesson 15 – Rear Hop
  • May. 2010: Lesson 16 – Uphills
  • Jun. 2010: Lesson 17 – Downhills
  • Jul. 2010: Lesson 18 – Double Step
  • Aug. 2010: Lesson 19 – Clearing Gaps
  • Sep. 2010: Lesson 20 – Drop-off Turn
  • Oct. 2010: Lesson 21 – Extreme Drop
  • Nov. 2010: Lesson 22 – Uphill Turn
  • Dec. 2010: Lesson 23 –

The introduction:

Finally! A straightforward, clearly written, fully illustrated guide to Trials riding technique! Six time US Champion Ryan Young is renowned for his ability to teach riders of all levels. Now, in an exclusive arrangement with RYP USA, Trials and Enduro News proudly presents this first in an ongoing series of monthly riding lessons by Flyin’ Ryan himself!

The presentation will be as methodical as it is precise: We’ll lay a foundation of basic skills and gradually work up to advanced techniques. So whether you’re a newbie Novice or seasoned Expert, put your boots on and let’s get started!