Radical Sportscars RXC, Handbook, Page: 31 / 44

BRAKING INPUT
It is important to remember that the brakes on the
Radical, although exceptionally good, are not like a
family saloon. They are not servo-assisted and
there is no ABS. It is also important to remember
that the brakes are the most effective way of
slowing the car, not the gears or engine. Braking,
where possible, should be done in a straight line
with steering input being minimal when the
heaviest braking occurs. When braking for a
corner, the initial brake pressure should be hard.
The closer you come to the corner and as steering
input increases, pressure on the brake pedal
should start to be released.
If you have large amounts of steering lock and
brake pressure, the end result may be that you
and the car will not be going in the direction that
you expect.
THROTTLE INPUT
The throttle shouldn’t be treated as a switch and
should only be applied once the majority of your
steering has been completed. Again, applying
large amounts of throttle and steering lock, may
result in you and the car pointing in a direction
other than intended. Throttle input should be as
with all other inputs, one fluid movement. This may
help aid traction and control over the car.
GEAR CHANGES
Downward gear changes should always be done
slowing before the corner. This will mean that the
car is settled as you enter the corner and ready
for you to apply the steering and throttle. Gear
changes should also not be rushed; again, if they
are this may upset the balance of the car.
On up changes, the only time this may affect the
balance of the car is when needing to change up a
gear mid-corner. Ideally this should be avoided, or
if it is required, sometimes short shifting between
corners into the next gear will help. Ensure you
have sufficiently slowed the car and selected the
optimum gear before steering towards the apex.
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