Even though Kyosho buggies are among the most accessible and easiest to drive without having to change settings from track to track, it's always important to know which direction to go in before making any mistakes.
With just a few options, you can set up your buggy to suit you in all conditions!
I'm well aware that we don't all have the same expectations of our cars, depending on our individual driving styles. But I think that if you start with these basics for different types of track, and adapt it to your hand, you'll be able to take full advantage of the performance of the most balanced 1/8 brushless buggy on the market!
So these aren't necessarily the settings I'd use 100%, but really a base that can suit everyone.
Go-to setup
These settings can be used as a base on all tracks and for all levels.
Slippery tracks setup
In these conditions, we'll be looking to make the car more stable from the rear, without sacrificing steering.
As the MP10e already has a front oriented weight distribution with a very present front end, we must not hesitate to stabilize the rear.
There's nothing more frustrating for a driver than to have to "wait" in the corner for the car to turn, and that won't be the case with this car.
In these conditions, the use of stick batteries (which add almost 200g to the chassis), or shortys in the rear position, will give more stability.
As with its big brother, the MP10 nitro (geometry released 2 years earlier), modifying camber tie-rod positions, shock absorber springs and anti-roll bars could have a very positive impact.
High grip tracks setup
When grip is high, or on a full-synthetic track, we'll be looking for settings that make the car very forgiving.
Increasing the diameter of the anti-roll bars can have a beneficial effect, but be careful not to go to extremes with a very precise, unforgiving "karting"-type car.
When the car starts to roll, you have time to check and adjust if necessary. A car that doesn't roll is not going to "warn" the driver and go immediately upside-down.
In these conditions, we'll be looking to lighten the car. The use of shorty batteries is preferable.
Bumpy tracks setup
Again, an easy car will allow you to complete a bunch of laps without pain and with fewer driving errors! You'll need to find the right balance between an easy car and an efficient one.
An easier car will allow you to better choose your lines to avoid the bumps, but also to better absorb the holes you can't avoid.
The use of 5-hole shock absorber pistons (1.4mm at the front and 1.5mm at the rear) can have a beneficial effect on comfort, but I don't use them, as they often make the car "clunky" and slow.
Don't hesitate to share and comment if you have questions!
See you soon for a new tutorial!
The Shark
Reno Savoya