He dude, I should probably stick with what has been the perfect bike for this returning 70yr old, after 50 years, a '98 Ninja 500. BUT, I have my heart set on the Triumph Daytona. The 660. The 675's are beautiful but likely too much bike for moi. Could you PLEASE do a video of you riding the new 660, aggressively? And how to avoid pulling an accidental wheelie?
That’s good you’re afraid but if you want to dip your toes into the world of wheelies, start with a bicycle on grass and then work up to a dirt bike. Don’t forget, if you get caught doing one on a public road, it’s usually a guaranteed reckless driving charge in most states. Don’t get caught 😉
When I was young trying to master wheelies I did my share of bending license plates and cracking taillights and although rare seeing my bike continue on without me. My best wheelies were the ones not intended. If I happen to pop the front wheel up now it’s only inches getting on the throttle hard from a stop sign or red light I’m really no longer interested in popping wheelies.
u can practice it in the spot really.. I learned to do it just like that with my both feet on the ground and popping the clutch on first gear (on a small bike) and that's very easy to control just hit the clutch again and it will go down, that's how I grasp the concept in a more practical and safer way. You can also do it while riding very safely that's how most ppl also learn to do it like its explained on this video just ride super slow and use the clutch (no power wheelie) and u can very easy control it by not only pulling the clutch again but also using the rear break (that's how u keep the wheely going once u "master" it u can tap the rear break to keep the wheely from going to far up while keeping the front wheel up at all times) NOTE: very important if u decide to practice it.. do it at a parking lot or some very open area with no1 around that's the number 1 priority.
I've found that I enjoy wheelies in my mountain bike far more than my motorcycle. I don't care about tossing my bicycle. Actually, I ride it to the absolute limits knowing it will get tossed and be unharmed. GSXR? Different story
For over 5 years of motorcycling, I did not understand how other people could wheelie the bike. I just never made it. Then something happened in my head. It finally "clicked," and I realized that if you turn the TCS off, it all goes much easier...
Its also more easy to wheelie a bike with soft suspension, since it will “begin” the rotation of the bike already with the compression of the rear spring/decompression of the forks. That way it requires less force to bring the front wheel up, and the entire action is slowed down. That’s some of the reason why dirt bikes and mt07’s are easy to wheelie on
Yup, that's something we touch on toward the end of the video, and it was the MT-07's proclivity for wheelies that prompted this video in the first place!
@@AriH211 Ahh sorry. I watched the whole video, but something must have distracted me at that point since I missed that. My bad. I really love your content (-:
1. The back brake is your best friend. Practice slow wheelies and train your brain to let them down with the rear brake. 2. Ride an older, cheaper, mechanically sound bike you don't give a shit about. 3. Second gear clutch-ups are far safer than looping it on the throttle in first.
@@supermotardrider if I had a second bike to mess around with I’d be all Over it but just got the one bike. 02 Ducati monster. Not dropping her for a wheelie haha
I accidentally pulled a wheelie on the first dirt bike I hopped on just trying to take off (not understanding the tradeoff between clutch and throttle). I managed not to yeet it and got the front tire back down after 10 yards or so. The couple people standing around were really impressed thinking I knew what I was doing, but I was basically having a heart attack as I brought the bike back around.
MT-09 does it all the time mostly because rear suspension mush, rear swingarm geometry relative to the chassis (pro-squat angle, vs. anti-squat angle), and a rear-wheel-weight bias. Basically the countershaft sprocket is trying to climb around the rear sprocket, via a chain connection. And the bike and rider go with it.
Im so bad at wheelies. Every time I crack that throttle open and I get the front tire 2 inches of the ground I have a code brown moment and think I was at the tipping point....🤦🏼♂️🤦🏼♂️🤦🏼♂️🤦🏼♂️
What a great series. All the little details, motion graphics, sound effects and humorous interjections by Ari make this easily one of the best educational series on RUclips. Easily digestible and accessible videos presented in a straightforward way without any pretension, but with enough detail to appeal to a range of viewers. Spectacular!
It's beautiful how the complexities in motorcycle dynamics mean that a relatively simple mechanical machine can perform so well with what is essentially small geometric tweaks. The weight transfer to the rear wheel means we get full traction even with one-wheel-drive, and vice/versa full stopping power with only one-wheel-braking.
You trying to give RF9 a run for his money ;-). Great vid. Thank you. Using simple, relatable analogies like the pickle bottle is the mark of a good teacher.
I love the cheesy 70s porno music at the beginning of each video. No seriously I do I absolutely love it and I hope they never change it. Also great video as always! Keep up the good work!!
Ari is da man! Thanks for the brilliant tutorial. By the way... I once sold his dad a TZ350 rolling frame with a very cool, period-correct mono-shock mod.
Counter rotation cranks similar Ducatin street fighter and MV AGusta 800rr’s help keep front wheel down and help cornering against gyroscopic wheels? Great video
Freaking excellent Ari and team! We are blessed with such awesome Moto content now, and you guys (and Ryan Fortnine) are on the bleeding edge). Well done y’all!
Ironically, after owning 20 different motorcycles, the easiest one to wheelie consistently and the furthest by a huge margin was my Yamaha BWS 50 automatic step through scooter. Having a CVT and rear brake on the handlebars made it super simple, only about 5 hp made it less intimidating.
I was prepared to get on here and make fun of this video but I honestly enjoyed it. I didn't learn anything but I think young people could really learn from watching this. The toy demonstration was particularly clever and I could see a student making a science project of it.
Late to the party but commenting to say that in the pickle jar example, the lid itself is the opposite force in reaction to your hand, and the jar also provides the opposite force to your other hand.
Wheelies make peoplehappy bcs not everyone can do it, and from this raises sense of skill and accomplishment mastering something difficult. If anyone could do it, no one would feel special about it.
I’m going to grab my bike, head to Ecuador, glue the rear tire to the road, with the nose pointed east, and see if the Earth’s rotation will do the trick!
Am I the only one confused by a company video sponsored by another company? I see other RUclipsrs videos sponsored by RevZilla so seeing Revzilla's videos being sponsored by yet another company perplexes me.
I just can't get over NOT holding the clutch side of the handle bar while popping the clutch 🤷♂️ I mean what? Am I Spoda pop clutch then grab the bar real fast? 🤷♂️
I have been interested in learning wheelies but afraid I’d hurt myself. I only want to learn to have more control not to be a hooligan. Any suggestions for a 50 yo guy without a pos dual sport to thrash and no longer bounce when I fall?
Search for info on the little Honda 50cc dirt bikes. There’s lots of adults that ride them for fun, practicing stunts, and even racing. For learning to wheelie they’re light, slow, and low. Which means if you do crash or fall over you don’t have far to go and won’t be really fast. And, they’re a cheap dirt bike so tearing it up isn’t really an issue.
I'd have to imagine the weight alone is enough to deter them from changing the diameter just to solve for wheelies. Diameter would also have consequences for handling, cornering, tire drag, and top end speed issues. I'm no engineer though, but I'd have to imagine that fix isn't worth the repercussions it causes elsewhere.
I notice that its harder for me to Wheelie. Its possible but I notice I have to work harder. I'm short and light weight, and I notice that cause me not to be able to lean my my weight back. Or that my weight has much of an effect. I often have to bounce the shocks on the bike to get a decent effect
Same boat and I ride a MT-09, even in A-Mode, the front wheel stay grounded. Even when commuting with a heavy backpack, it doesn't change the riding dynamic in any way I can notice. So yeah, no dank nooners for me.
@@tarouyamada2686 mt-09's wheelie great! idk what ya'll are talking about rider weight and heavy backpacks for..? thats got nothing to do with the ol wheelie! sounds like ya'll just need to improve your clutch work.
@@DownHillSkateTime No doubt 👍 What I was addressing was more about power wheelies or getting front lift under very hard acceleration, which doesn't happen to me, leaning back and pulling on the handlebars or not. My technique is non-existant, don't read too much into it 😂
Same concept of physics but technqiue-wise... Clutch up, you just clutch in, rev to appropriate RPMs and then dump the clutch. Power wheelies, you just roll on the throttle quickly.
@@ErichWilhelmVW Yeah, simply rev up, dump the clutch and either end up on your back or with the handlebar ripped from one hand and on your side. There's a bit more to clutch wheelies than just dumping the clutch at X rpms, it's not as simple as that for beginners. Because if you need the clutch to do a wheelie that means your bike is too front heavy for a power wheelie and proper technique is that much more important. That means proper body position, knowing how to pull and hold on the handlebar while at the same time dosing the gas, making sure your right foot is on the brake at all times, etc. Power wheelie can easily be practiced, clutch wheelie not at all. There's a much bigger risk of dumping the bike instead and hurting yourself.
@@mickeypopa Of course proper technique is required for any skill one tries. I didn't say just twist and pray lol you can "easily" practice by releasing the clutch at low RPMs and gradually increase to see how the bike responds.
You know the saying "so much fun it should be illegal"? Well in Ontario Canada (and I am sure elsewhere in the world too) get caught doing a wheelie or stoppie on the road is considered "stunting" and will result in hefty fines, vehicle impoundment, and license suspension. Bummer :(. But on private property there are no rules so knock yourself out.
In my case, it's my fat ass, normally. As a 300lb guy, few bikes will.left me if my weight is forward without really making an effort, but if I throw my weight rearwards while dumping the clutch? Up she goes.
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He dude, I should probably stick with what has been the perfect bike for this returning 70yr old, after 50 years, a '98 Ninja 500. BUT, I have my heart set on the Triumph Daytona. The 660. The 675's are beautiful but likely too much bike for moi. Could you PLEASE do a video of you riding the new 660, aggressively? And how to avoid pulling an accidental wheelie?
That demonstration that you did with the GSXR toy model, was the best explanation I've ever seen on how a bike wheelies! Great work Ari!
Yes!! Exactly
Absolutely, you said it mate, spot on 😎👍
As long as I have been riding, I have never done a wheelie. Too afraid I'm going to bin it. These were great explanations!
Honestly it's almost as stable riding on 1 wheel as 2! Centrifugal force or whatever haha
That’s good you’re afraid but if you want to dip your toes into the world of wheelies, start with a bicycle on grass and then work up to a dirt bike. Don’t forget, if you get caught doing one on a public road, it’s usually a guaranteed reckless driving charge in most states. Don’t get caught 😉
When I was young trying to master wheelies I did my share of bending license plates and cracking taillights and although rare seeing my bike continue on without me. My best wheelies were the ones not intended. If I happen to pop the front wheel up now it’s only inches getting on the throttle hard from a stop sign or red light I’m really no longer interested in popping wheelies.
u can practice it in the spot really.. I learned to do it just like that with my both feet on the ground and popping the clutch on first gear (on a small bike) and that's very easy to control just hit the clutch again and it will go down, that's how I grasp the concept in a more practical and safer way. You can also do it while riding very safely that's how most ppl also learn to do it like its explained on this video just ride super slow and use the clutch (no power wheelie) and u can very easy control it by not only pulling the clutch again but also using the rear break (that's how u keep the wheely going once u "master" it u can tap the rear break to keep the wheely from going to far up while keeping the front wheel up at all times)
NOTE: very important if u decide to practice it.. do it at a parking lot or some very open area with no1 around that's the number 1 priority.
I've found that I enjoy wheelies in my mountain bike far more than my motorcycle. I don't care about tossing my bicycle. Actually, I ride it to the absolute limits knowing it will get tossed and be unharmed.
GSXR? Different story
For over 5 years of motorcycling, I did not understand how other people could wheelie the bike. I just never made it. Then something happened in my head. It finally "clicked," and I realized that if you turn the TCS off, it all goes much easier...
Its also more easy to wheelie a bike with soft suspension, since it will “begin” the rotation of the bike already with the compression of the rear spring/decompression of the forks. That way it requires less force to bring the front wheel up, and the entire action is slowed down. That’s some of the reason why dirt bikes and mt07’s are easy to wheelie on
Yup, that's something we touch on toward the end of the video, and it was the MT-07's proclivity for wheelies that prompted this video in the first place!
You should have watched the video before making a redundant comment.
@@AriH211 Ahh sorry. I watched the whole video, but something must have distracted me at that point since I missed that. My bad. I really love your content (-:
@@AriH211 who are you?
@@rppoker8541 The fella in the video!!
I’ve always been too scared to commit to doing a wheelie that wasn’t just a speed wheelie. I cannot just replace a bike I drop and ruin.
Hah, I feel ya.
@@dandymcgee have you heard of "Sonic inflation" ?
1. The back brake is your best friend. Practice slow wheelies and train your brain to let them down with the rear brake.
2. Ride an older, cheaper, mechanically sound bike you don't give a shit about.
3. Second gear clutch-ups are far safer than looping it on the throttle in first.
Fuck the bike, what about your life and body?
@@supermotardrider if I had a second bike to mess around with I’d be all
Over it but just got the one bike. 02 Ducati monster. Not dropping her for a wheelie haha
Best explanation I have seen on the subject.
When your favourite American motorcycle channel does its version of your favourite Canadian motorcycle channel. Great video!
Awesome episode. I'm 90% close to cracking all those formulas, meaning I can wheelie but don't use the rear brake. 😅
I don't feel safe enough to wheelie without the rear brake! It's the emergency stop button!
Same... I always have it covered just in case, but I've yet to figure out how to use it to maintain a balanced wheelie...
Best episode of the Shop Manual so far. Awesome! Looking forward to the next season to HSLS.
I accidentally pulled a wheelie on the first dirt bike I hopped on just trying to take off (not understanding the tradeoff between clutch and throttle). I managed not to yeet it and got the front tire back down after 10 yards or so. The couple people standing around were really impressed thinking I knew what I was doing, but I was basically having a heart attack as I brought the bike back around.
MT-09 does it all the time mostly because rear suspension mush, rear swingarm geometry relative to the chassis (pro-squat angle, vs. anti-squat angle), and a rear-wheel-weight bias. Basically the countershaft sprocket is trying to climb around the rear sprocket, via a chain connection. And the bike and rider go with it.
Can’t wait to tell my wife I’m heading out to study physics this afternoon!
Im so bad at wheelies. Every time I crack that throttle open and I get the front tire 2 inches of the ground I have a code brown moment and think I was at the tipping point....🤦🏼♂️🤦🏼♂️🤦🏼♂️🤦🏼♂️
I like your channel more than the others. I appreciate being learned without the pretentious "Top Gear" attitudes some other guys have!
how is this guy so vascular I swear every video of him he's popping veins everywhere 😳
What a great series. All the little details, motion graphics, sound effects and humorous interjections by Ari make this easily one of the best educational series on RUclips. Easily digestible and accessible videos presented in a straightforward way without any pretension, but with enough detail to appeal to a range of viewers. Spectacular!
Glad you enjoyed it! TSM has a great editor that really pours himself into the vids.
@@AriH211 who are you?
Of all the video, the toy model is what impressed me most! Quite amazing!
@3:24 Damn Ari set that wheelie down hard!!
Epic explanation! Love the graphics and visuals
Stoppies are for real masters!
Excellent video explaining the physics behind the wheelie.!
It's beautiful how the complexities in motorcycle dynamics mean that a relatively simple mechanical machine can perform so well with what is essentially small geometric tweaks.
The weight transfer to the rear wheel means we get full traction even with one-wheel-drive, and vice/versa full stopping power with only one-wheel-braking.
You trying to give RF9 a run for his money ;-). Great vid. Thank you. Using simple, relatable analogies like the pickle bottle is the mark of a good teacher.
I love the cheesy 70s porno music at the beginning of each video. No seriously I do I absolutely love it and I hope they never change it. Also great video as always! Keep up the good work!!
F9 level research and exlpanations going on here. Love it.
Little blue motorcycle toy is so so soooo precious. I wish her well.
Common Tread is just the best RUclips bike show of all time.
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@3:25 A force is "interaction between objects that causes a change in motion."
Inertia isn't a force, it's a property that resists changes in motion.
I didn’t think I needed this concept explained lol but wow did I learn a lot from this video!
Ari is da man! Thanks for the brilliant tutorial.
By the way... I once sold his dad a TZ350 rolling frame with a very cool, period-correct mono-shock mod.
Counter rotation cranks similar Ducatin street fighter and MV AGusta 800rr’s help keep front wheel down and help cornering against gyroscopic wheels? Great video
This was a masterclass in Squidinomics✌️🏍
Freaking excellent Ari and team! We are blessed with such awesome Moto content now, and you guys (and Ryan Fortnine) are on the bleeding edge). Well done y’all!
Clearly explained. Thanks a lot.
This guy becoming more shredded..veins popping out like crazy
yooo, you got a second channel/forum for your workout routines/diet? Similar body types lol, cheers
Episode 32 of the shop manual: how to get ridiculously vascular arms.
This is such a good video man! Bravo to the team at Revzilla 👍🤘
🤙🏼
great job, can´t wait for the further research on this topic 😊 this will be a fun episode
Another amazing content. Thanks Ari
Brilliant work!
Ironically, after owning 20 different motorcycles, the easiest one to wheelie consistently and the furthest by a huge margin was my Yamaha BWS 50 automatic step through scooter. Having a CVT and rear brake on the handlebars made it super simple, only about 5 hp made it less intimidating.
Hey Ari my man! Can you please do a video on Rev Matching? Is it needed or is it exclusive for the track day riders?
Ari has the best knowlege about two wheels on yt,its pleasure to hear it!
2:29 i’m just curious how many takes they had to do to get this one correct? Well done sir!
I was prepared to get on here and make fun of this video but I honestly enjoyed it. I didn't learn anything but I think young people could really learn from watching this. The toy demonstration was particularly clever and I could see a student making a science project of it.
Little motorcycle was adorable 🥰
Late to the party but commenting to say that in the pickle jar example, the lid itself is the opposite force in reaction to your hand, and the jar also provides the opposite force to your other hand.
Always wanted to wheelie! Just scared😶🌫 Thanks Ari for your explanation though!
Great video!!
I love how they wheelie in the background LOL
Wow, I never knew Vale was Canadian!
Great stuff 👍
Because it's fun!
Newton/Vanhalen hair = priceless
@Ari Henning whats the model of the Kershaw that appears on the beginning of the videos. Nice vídeo as always. Thanks
It's a Cryo G10. I've got several of them 😅
@@AriH211 looks great, going to order one. Thanks
How many more Kershaw knives do I need to buy for Ari to post more videos?
Just one: Kershaw Strata XL. That's also the last knife you're gonna buy because they'll lock you up if you try to carry it. 🤣
Bro I love yall man
Most epic opener ever. 😂
Wheelies make peoplehappy bcs not everyone can do it, and from this raises sense of skill and accomplishment mastering something difficult. If anyone could do it, no one would feel special about it.
I’m going to grab my bike, head to Ecuador, glue the rear tire to the road, with the nose pointed east, and see if the Earth’s rotation will do the trick!
Bubbies! good choice
I love the vid. But I dont understand why it's a shop manual episode. Other than it was ari explaining it
Ryan should've been guest host on this episode.
11 years old and I'm still afraid I have a Suzuki chopper but I'm not able to do a wheelie on it I also have a Suzuki Hayabusa
That is so true
Nice, but I was hoping you would explain what happens on a bike with a 'Wheelie Control' feature?
lol.. was that Zack doing a VR impression?
mind blown!
Am I the only one confused by a company video sponsored by another company? I see other RUclipsrs videos sponsored by RevZilla so seeing Revzilla's videos being sponsored by yet another company perplexes me.
I just can't get over NOT holding the clutch side of the handle bar while popping the clutch 🤷♂️ I mean what? Am I Spoda pop clutch then grab the bar real fast? 🤷♂️
AWESOME 👍👍
Hey, do one on valves
I have been interested in learning wheelies but afraid I’d hurt myself. I only want to learn to have more control not to be a hooligan. Any suggestions for a 50 yo guy without a pos dual sport to thrash and no longer bounce when I fall?
there isn't really an easy way. getting a small kids dirt bike is a good start
Search for info on the little Honda 50cc dirt bikes. There’s lots of adults that ride them for fun, practicing stunts, and even racing.
For learning to wheelie they’re light, slow, and low. Which means if you do crash or fall over you don’t have far to go and won’t be really fast. And, they’re a cheap dirt bike so tearing it up isn’t really an issue.
Spicy pickles are dope 🤙
Need to check with Fort nine for the specifics.
Nice video. Thanks."I don't want a pickle. I just want to ride my motor-cickle." Arlo Guthrie
It's amazing that there are so many actions going on to wheelie other then just twisting the throttle
I do side way wheelies all the time.
Forget all that Ari, could you tell us how you maintain that low body fat percentage all these years?
What is the bike in the thumbnail of this video? Could anyone tell?
Let's see that pull the tablecloth trick off while doing a wheelie
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Newtonian Puzzle ftw
I'll have to compile some empirical data on this one...
Why don't gp bikes have greater diameter rear wheels to increase contact patch and reduce wheelies?
I'd have to imagine the weight alone is enough to deter them from changing the diameter just to solve for wheelies. Diameter would also have consequences for handling, cornering, tire drag, and top end speed issues. I'm no engineer though, but I'd have to imagine that fix isn't worth the repercussions it causes elsewhere.
I notice that its harder for me to Wheelie. Its possible but I notice I have to work harder. I'm short and light weight, and I notice that cause me not to be able to lean my my weight back. Or that my weight has much of an effect. I often have to bounce the shocks on the bike to get a decent effect
you must ride a weak one eh?
Same boat and I ride a MT-09, even in A-Mode, the front wheel stay grounded. Even when commuting with a heavy backpack, it doesn't change the riding dynamic in any way I can notice. So yeah, no dank nooners for me.
@@tarouyamada2686 mt-09's wheelie great! idk what ya'll are talking about rider weight and heavy backpacks for..? thats got nothing to do with the ol wheelie! sounds like ya'll just need to improve your clutch work.
@@DownHillSkateTime No doubt 👍
What I was addressing was more about power wheelies or getting front lift under very hard acceleration, which doesn't happen to me, leaning back and pulling on the handlebars or not. My technique is non-existant, don't read too much into it 😂
@@tarouyamada2686 try to learn and understand the clutch up because it is a much safer and controlled way of doing wheelies
I would've loved to hear them break down a clutch up not just power wheelies!
Same concept of physics but technqiue-wise... Clutch up, you just clutch in, rev to appropriate RPMs and then dump the clutch. Power wheelies, you just roll on the throttle quickly.
@@ErichWilhelmVW
Yeah, simply rev up, dump the clutch and either end up on your back or with the handlebar ripped from one hand and on your side.
There's a bit more to clutch wheelies than just dumping the clutch at X rpms, it's not as simple as that for beginners.
Because if you need the clutch to do a wheelie that means your bike is too front heavy for a power wheelie and proper technique is that much more important. That means proper body position, knowing how to pull and hold on the handlebar while at the same time dosing the gas, making sure your right foot is on the brake at all times, etc.
Power wheelie can easily be practiced, clutch wheelie not at all. There's a much bigger risk of dumping the bike instead and hurting yourself.
@@mickeypopa Of course proper technique is required for any skill one tries. I didn't say just twist and pray lol you can "easily" practice by releasing the clutch at low RPMs and gradually increase to see how the bike responds.
You know the saying "so much fun it should be illegal"? Well in Ontario Canada (and I am sure elsewhere in the world too) get caught doing a wheelie or stoppie on the road is considered "stunting" and will result in hefty fines, vehicle impoundment, and license suspension. Bummer :(. But on private property there are no rules so knock yourself out.
Fabulous explanation - apparently my skills are providing excessive counterforce preventing me from proper wheelies😕
In my case, it's my fat ass, normally. As a 300lb guy, few bikes will.left me if my weight is forward without really making an effort, but if I throw my weight rearwards while dumping the clutch? Up she goes.
Nice
I've never felt comfortable doing a wheelie, so I avoid them.
Should have painted that GSXR model to resemble Dave the Gixxer.
If only there was a motorcycle presenter that knew something about Physics... 😁
Have you had of @Fortnine?
Love seeing Ari, great video :)
Can you imagine binning that panigale v4 learning how to wheelie?
Still haven't wheelie'd any of my motorcycles yet. At least on purpose. I prefer to keep my license 😜
best physics class I've ever taken 👍
Check Wheelie King 5
Arms looking swole bro
I'm more curious what's physically going on when they bring the bike basically backwards and the rider touches the ground. What's going on there?