Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way - Page 23

AnthonyR6 · 07-20-2007, 11:14 PM

Ok thanks... (assuming looping is droping it). Hey, how many times did you fall.. But i guess its diff on a dirtbike, u dont really care as much right? Doesn't hurt the bike, persay. I had a yz85.

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Reyals Bemus · 07-20-2007, 11:17 PM

Well yeah dirtbikes are DESIGNED to be bashed around. Doesn't mean you won't break stuff. I've gone my share of clutch and brake levers...

Looping the bike means when you flip it backwards.

Last post for the night. I'll be back tomorrow.

AnthonyR6 · 07-21-2007, 01:09 AM

Shit... don't wanna loop my baby for shore... I'll post what happens tomorrow..

EDIT:

Your avatar better not be balance point cause no way i'm bringing my r6 that high.

cjoec01 · 07-21-2007, 05:31 AM

Also on youtube, search wheelies for dummies, it explains everything from tire pressure to expert stuntin wheelies, in about 8 segments.

Reyals Bemus · 07-21-2007, 01:36 PM

Naw my avatar is past balance point, but not because I'm going VERY slow in that pic (1st gear like 3-5mph), balance point is much higher.

For example, if you're going like 50-60mph and pull a wheelie then bp (balance point) would be much lower, but if you're practically at a dead stop and pop it up, balance point would be practically past 11!

Still take it easy, you DON'T want to loop your minty sportbike. It'll really f*ck it up.

Reyals Bemus · 07-21-2007, 01:37 PM

Stunting is an addiction. If you stay with it, your R6 WILL get that high, whether accident or not! Guaranteed!

AnthonyR6 · 07-21-2007, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cjoec01

Also on youtube, search wheelies for dummies, it explains everything from tire pressure to expert stuntin wheelies, in about 8 segments.

Thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reyals Bemus

Naw my avatar is past balance point, but not because I'm going VERY slow in that pic (1st gear like 3-5mph), balance point is much higher.

For example, if you're going like 50-60mph and pull a wheelie then bp (balance point) would be much lower, but if you're practically at a dead stop and pop it up, balance point would be practically past 11!

Still take it easy, you DON'T want to loop your minty sportbike. It'll really f*ck it up.

So today, I tried second gear at 18 mph and it sucked. I need more revs I think.. Or i'm going to slow, i dunno, but it wasn't as comfortable as 1st. Maybe because I didn't practice, I just tried once... I also dropped my tire pressure to 19psi and I can honestly say, I don't feel a damn difference.

Also, What you just said about speed, so I should go faster then If i'm starting out, because if I'm new to wheelies, don't I want the bp as low as possible?

What should I do tomorrow!?!! Switch to second and start practicing that? Or faster at 3rd for a lower bp? Or 1st like I am at 10 mph and try and hit bp higher.

I'm so confused and scared.. What do you think I should do? If I'm new to wheeling, it sounds like to me that I would want the bp low, so go faster...

Or, since I'm new I should stay slow? But then BP is higher and I risk looping it more??????

Thanks for ur help, what now?

AnthonyR6 · 07-22-2007, 01:03 AM

Also, quick side question,
how do I burn out?

Some kids saw me trying wheelies, and were like: "hey your gettin it, keep at it, can you burn out?"

I was like, "uhhhh, no."

Embarassing, I tried, I put the clutch in the friction zone, reved it good and held the front brake. The bike just kept pushing like it was the hulk and finnaly i let go of the brake and took off, 0 spin.

There brand new tires, probally 4 miles on them if that. Could that be why?

AnthonyR6 · 07-22-2007, 01:10 AM

Woops, forgot to add something. When I bring the bike up, regardless of my speed or gear it just pops up and goes strait back down. I can't keep it up. I thought i'd be able to adjust it, if I bring it up lower then bp, i thought i could give it a little gas and bring it up to bp, but it comes and goes down. No time for adjustment.

Sound familiar? What should I do?

StickyRice 636 · 07-22-2007, 01:42 AM

practice, practice and MORE PRACTICE . take yo time. too much too soon you ll get hurt.

AnthonyR6 · 07-22-2007, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOHC636

practice, practice and MORE PRACTICE . take yo time. too much too soon you ll get hurt.

Damnit I keep hearing that. I need to do everything NOW!

lol, i'm just kiddin, I do want to advance quick though. But I figure since everyone keeps saying that it probally means something.

Reyals Bemus · 07-23-2007, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnthonyR6

If I'm new to wheeling, it sounds like to me that I would want the bp low, so go faster...

Or, since I'm new I should stay slow? But then BP is higher and I risk looping it more??????

Either way you ARE going to loop it at some point or another. Looping is just as likely at high speeds as at low speed. Its all different.

Just try stuff. Here I'll make a little video today showing some stuff.

Reyals Bemus · 07-23-2007, 11:11 AM

You'll only progress if you don't rush. Rushing will just frustrate you nevermind getting hurt. Plus you'll destroy your minty bike...

Take it easy man...

AnthonyR6 · 07-23-2007, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reyals Bemus

Either way you ARE going to loop it at some point or another.

That's deffinitly something I don't wanna hear...

Anyways, lets see this video

Reyals Bemus · 07-23-2007, 04:29 PM

Oh yeah, well its been raining all day here so I'll do it tomorrow... Also get on your AIM.

AnthonyR6 · 07-23-2007, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reyals Bemus

Oh yeah, well its been raining all day here so I'll do it tomorrow... Also get on your AIM.

yea it's rainin here too..

tsenfw · 07-26-2007, 01:00 PM

Did you make that vid!? I'd like to see that too. Seems like I have the same problems.

Also, when I try 2nd gear standups the bike just seems to lunge forward and I feel like I'm going to fall off. Is it easier to bring the front end up while going slower? Like what rpm? Speed is relative, I'm -1/+2.

Tru Texan · 08-08-2007, 08:32 PM

if its lunging forward, I'd suggest giving it more gas when slipping the clutch....but I could be wrong...

Reyals Bemus · 08-08-2007, 08:33 PM

Try Lean back swiftly at the same time you drop the clutch.

jiz_17 · 08-16-2007, 11:38 AM

I'm having the same problems. I've been riding for a couple of years and I just want to ride one out at least until I hit the rev limiter. I have a k7 and I clutch it in 2nd and only get it up about a foot or so. I don't want to power it up because I know my speed will be around 80 or 90. I know I have to get it higher but I'm not trying to loop it. I guess I have to grow some bigger balls or change my technique.

07-20-2007, 11:17 PM	#442
Reyals Bemus Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Billerica, MA, USA Age: 18 Bike: '04 CRF250x, 1977 Sears Tractor Gender: Male Posts: 1,199	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Well yeah dirtbikes are DESIGNED to be bashed around. Doesn't mean you won't break stuff. I've gone my share of clutch and brake levers... Looping the bike means when you flip it backwards. Last post for the night. I'll be back tomorrow.

07-21-2007, 01:09 AM	#443
AnthonyR6 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Natick, MA, USA Age: 19 Bike: 01 f4i, 06 gsxr 600 Gender: Male Posts: 198	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Shit... don't wanna loop my baby for shore... I'll post what happens tomorrow.. EDIT: Your avatar better not be balance point cause no way i'm bringing my r6 that high. Last edited by AnthonyR6; 07-21-2007 at 01:24 AM.

07-21-2007, 05:31 AM	#444
cjoec01 Bacons Hot, Need a Spot Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kauai HI, free today FTP Age: 33 Bike: 07 zx6r,99 POS zx6r(sold again, waitin on $$)Title for sale Gender: Male Posts: 1,345	Re: Read This Newbies....i Was Just Like You Too... Also on youtube, search wheelies for dummies, it explains everything from tire pressure to expert stuntin wheelies, in about 8 segments.

07-21-2007, 01:36 PM	#445
Reyals Bemus Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Billerica, MA, USA Age: 18 Bike: '04 CRF250x, 1977 Sears Tractor Gender: Male Posts: 1,199	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Naw my avatar is past balance point, but not because I'm going VERY slow in that pic (1st gear like 3-5mph), balance point is much higher. For example, if you're going like 50-60mph and pull a wheelie then bp (balance point) would be much lower, but if you're practically at a dead stop and pop it up, balance point would be practically past 11! Still take it easy, you DON'T want to loop your minty sportbike. It'll really f*ck it up.

07-21-2007, 01:37 PM	#446
Reyals Bemus Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Billerica, MA, USA Age: 18 Bike: '04 CRF250x, 1977 Sears Tractor Gender: Male Posts: 1,199	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Stunting is an addiction. If you stay with it, your R6 WILL get that high, whether accident or not! Guaranteed! Last edited by Reyals Bemus; 07-21-2007 at 01:43 PM.

07-22-2007, 01:03 AM	#448
AnthonyR6 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Natick, MA, USA Age: 19 Bike: 01 f4i, 06 gsxr 600 Gender: Male Posts: 198	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Also, quick side question, how do I burn out? Some kids saw me trying wheelies, and were like: "hey your gettin it, keep at it, can you burn out?" I was like, "uhhhh, no." Embarassing, I tried, I put the clutch in the friction zone, reved it good and held the front brake. The bike just kept pushing like it was the hulk and finnaly i let go of the brake and took off, 0 spin. There brand new tires, probally 4 miles on them if that. Could that be why?

07-22-2007, 01:10 AM	#449
AnthonyR6 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Natick, MA, USA Age: 19 Bike: 01 f4i, 06 gsxr 600 Gender: Male Posts: 198	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Woops, forgot to add something. When I bring the bike up, regardless of my speed or gear it just pops up and goes strait back down. I can't keep it up. I thought i'd be able to adjust it, if I bring it up lower then bp, i thought i could give it a little gas and bring it up to bp, but it comes and goes down. No time for adjustment. Sound familiar? What should I do?

07-22-2007, 01:42 AM	#450
StickyRice 636 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: 402 Bike: 636 Gender: Male Posts: 110	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way practice, practice and MORE PRACTICE . take yo time. too much too soon you ll get hurt.

07-23-2007, 11:11 AM	#453
Reyals Bemus Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Billerica, MA, USA Age: 18 Bike: '04 CRF250x, 1977 Sears Tractor Gender: Male Posts: 1,199	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way You'll only progress if you don't rush. Rushing will just frustrate you nevermind getting hurt. Plus you'll destroy your minty bike... Take it easy man...

07-23-2007, 04:29 PM	#455
Reyals Bemus Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Billerica, MA, USA Age: 18 Bike: '04 CRF250x, 1977 Sears Tractor Gender: Male Posts: 1,199	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Oh yeah, well its been raining all day here so I'll do it tomorrow... Also get on your AIM.

07-26-2007, 01:00 PM	#457
tsenfw Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waterbury, CT Bike: 06 gsxr 1000 Gender: Male Posts: 36	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Did you make that vid!? I'd like to see that too. Seems like I have the same problems. Also, when I try 2nd gear standups the bike just seems to lunge forward and I feel like I'm going to fall off. Is it easier to bring the front end up while going slower? Like what rpm? Speed is relative, I'm -1/+2.

08-08-2007, 08:32 PM	#458
Tru Texan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: TEXAS Bike: GSXR 600, 750, 1K Gender: Male Posts: 616	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way if its lunging forward, I'd suggest giving it more gas when slipping the clutch....but I could be wrong...

08-08-2007, 08:33 PM	#459
Reyals Bemus Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Billerica, MA, USA Age: 18 Bike: '04 CRF250x, 1977 Sears Tractor Gender: Male Posts: 1,199	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way Try Lean back swiftly at the same time you drop the clutch.

08-16-2007, 11:38 AM	#460
jiz_17 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Fort washington, pa, us Bike: ninja 650, k7 1000 Gender: Male Posts: 2	Re: Complete guide for learning basic wheelies the right way I'm having the same problems. I've been riding for a couple of years and I just want to ride one out at least until I hit the rev limiter. I have a k7 and I clutch it in 2nd and only get it up about a foot or so. I don't want to power it up because I know my speed will be around 80 or 90. I know I have to get it higher but I'm not trying to loop it. I guess I have to grow some bigger balls or change my technique.

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