Players race through traffic on open roads, reaching the finish before rival riders while avoiding cars, roadside obstacles, police, and crashes. The motorcycle is steered from a behind-the-rider perspective, and attacks can be used to disrupt nearby opponents.

Successful races earn money and progression toward tougher events. Players can improve their competitive position by winning races, acquiring better motorcycles, and managing risk during increasingly demanding courses. The main structure is a series of races rather than a single continuous story campaign.

Brake before blind corners and use the full road width to set up overtakes. Avoid spending too much time beside another rider, where counterattacks and traffic can cause a crash.

Save money for a faster or more durable motorcycle, but choose equipment that suits the course. Use attacks when an opponent is close enough to hit; mistimed swings usually sacrifice steering control.