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Feature Articles

Max McAllister is a noted columnist and Contributing Writer for Roadracing World and Motorcycle Technology. His series of articles entitled the "Club Racer's Guide" has been the bible for beginning racers for several years. Back issues of these articles can be obtained at www.roadracingworld.com. Frequently, Max writes feature articles on various suspension components and systems available to the racer. Below are links to various stories and industry related commentaries he has written over the years.

Setting Up The Big Bores At Daytona: Once again, Max teams up with the Army of Darkness at Daytona to take a look at the latest liter class hardware. Max provides his analysis of the stock suspension of each of the new models.

Fork Deflection: Max comes up with a way to test for front axle deflection on the racetrack. He tests with the Valvoline Emgo Suzuki crew at a private test at Talladega Gran Prix Raceway.

Inside HRC CBR 600F4 suspension: Max breaks down the suspension components that won the 99 Daytona 600 Supersport Race for Miguel DuHamel and Honda.

Basic Dial-in: Max's shortest possible version of how to get your bike into basic adjustment and proper function. Includes many tips on performance dial-in.

Sponsor problems with the AMA: Max's commentary on the AMA's unilateral decision to limit rider sponsor lists to 50 characters.

Inside the GSXR1000 suspension: We had the scoop so soon, we weren't even allowed to run this story for thirty days.

Mid-Ohio hassles: Max's commentary about a typical visit to the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.

600 Suspension Shootout: Get the inside comparison on stock suspension components on the 2000 model 600s.

Max's Club Racer's Guide has appeared in other issues as well. Contact Roadracing World for back issue copies.