How To Wheelie A Dirt Bike (NEW VERSION)
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Here is my new version of a dirt bike wheelie tutorial!
First things first, we want to properly compress our suspension. The key is to compress your forks and your rear shock evenly. The best way to do this is to imagine yourself compressing a spring under each footpeg. You want to push all your body weight down through your pegs.
You want to avoid compressing only your forks by bringing your knees way forwards or pushing on your bars. This is bad body positioning and it also unweights the rear tire.
You also want to avoid throwing all your weight back and only compressing the rear shock. This gives you traction with the rear tire but you are not creating any stored energy in the forks for the next step.
We are doing two things here. Creating stored energy in our suspension, and driving those nobbies into the ground for traction.
Here we go. A nice even suspension compression, now we give it a small blip of throttle just as that stored energy is being released. If you time this perfectly, your front end will lighten right up and it takes very little throttle!
The timing is difficult to get right when you are first learning. Be patient with yourself, you WILL GET IT.
The most common timing issue is giving it throttle too late. You can see here that the stored energy was released before I give my blip of throttle.
Now it’s important to always cover your rear brake and put your front tire down by applying the brake. You may not need to do this when you are doing small wheelies, but it’s so important to make this second nature. Once you start to up your game and practice steeper wheelies, the rear brake is an absolute necessity. You CANNOT learn to ride on that balance point with out it. And you CANNOT save a loop out with out it. When you start to loop out, you want your instinct to be applying the rear brake, not jumping off the back.
For the purpose of learning proper technique, we are not going to use the clutch. Of course, for practical use in the trail, the clutch is a great tool to add precision and control to our wheelie. But it is very easy to mask poor technique by popping the clutch, so lets learn our wheelie without it first.
Incredible. I've watched a zillion "how to wheelie" vids, and not a single one said to compress both the front and rear suspension equally. And not a single one explained why so often my wheelies result in so much rear wheel spin and so little front wheel loft. This was really great -- totally makes sense what I've been doing wrong. And the slo mo was perfect. Huge thanks, Megs.
lol thats the prob , many can do wheelie , but its hard to teach the proper technique
Awesome! I'm stoked I was able to help! I struggled with wheelies for a long long time. When I made this video, my goal was to break it all down in a way that everyone could easily understand and safely practice!
Was gonna say the same thing! Sooo many vids, but this is first to show compression of both...and no clutch = Brilliant!! I'm determined to learn the 12 o'clock...cuz it's crazy cool ;) Appreciate the great tip. Will be watching more vids for sure. Thx!...from a Colorado Canadian
@@dleggs7038 Thank you! I'm glad you liked it!
@Just Ride Designs You're very welcome! Thanks for watching :).
So true about making sure that rear brake is second nature. I went through about 6 rear fenders before it became second nature to me LOL. Fantastic video Meg's!
I am a long time rider, started at 11 years old and 52 now. This is the best explanation I have seen to date. Not saying this was the best, it's the best I have witnessed. gonna give it a whirl tomorrow. Thanks for taking the time to make a simple, easy to understand & relate to video .
Thanks for another great video Megs! The slow motion really shows what is supposed to be happening.
Thanks soooo much Meg! I love it when a how to video actually shows you how to do something right away without having to sit through unrelated babble and so called funny clips. You're an excellent instructor and this video proves it! 5 Stars !
Best thang about MegBrapp, she is soo engaged with her subs.
Thank you!
Nr 1 on my bucket list is to learn how to wheelie. Didn't dare doing it on my KTM 1190 Adv R. Recently I own a 450 EXC but I can't get the front wheel to move the way it should. Looked for more wheelie videos but somehow I was missing the point. This video is extremely detailed in the way the wheelie got to be executed. Filmed spot on and the tutorial by Megs is until now the best I saw on the Internet. The wheelie is still on my bucket list, I'm a 59 year old novice with a dirt bike so it will take some time. I will get there thanks to Megs !
One of the most clear and well explained “how to wheelie” videos I’ve ever seen. Very helpful.
Wow thanks, what a clear and articulate video, world-class instruction, I can't wait to try this : ]
talon0863 Thank you! I hope it helps!
Legend! This is by far the best wheelie tutorial I've found! Thanks!
Thanks a lot!
You are the top 3 best instructors I have seen on RUclips so far. Keep up the good work!!
Thank you!
How clear and smooth you are talking. Every word can be caught from your speaking. Great.
You are an amazing young lady! I am 66 and have been riding most of my life.Your explanations are very clear and concise. Better than most! Keep up the good work and stay safe!
Finally a no clutch wheelie video 👍
you are one of the best teachers of anything, period. your vids should be required watching for anyone wanting to become a teacher of any subject. the way you describe the steps, and the language you use are concise and perfectly get your point across. thank you!
handyhippie65 Wow, thank you!
AWESOME AND CONCISE INSTRUCTIONS! My wife and son could not pop their front wheel up before watching your video -- now they're small controlled wheelie freaks! Mahalo and aloha!🌺
Parked Motorcycle That’s awesome!! I’m so glad to help!
Likely the smartest video on how and why to wheelie. Girl, you rock!
Woohoo! Thanks!!
A great little video. "Stored Energy"! I love that term. Megs you sound like a physics professor.
Best wheelie vid ever. I ride trials and if you do not have these fundamental skills and understanding you taste dirt. Again, brilliant video, puts the clutchers to shame. Oh, I meant to comment on a previous vid but it applies to this one. Paint stripes on a tree as a target for the front wheel. Adds a whole load of control and you learn pop turns for free.
Great video, VERY clear and informative. Also, JEEZ what a beautiful vista behind you! What a beautiful place to ride!
Glad I stumbled across this. No doubt the best description and demonstration of basic wheelies Ive seen. Thinking about compressing both wheels evenly has made a huge difference to my low speed control. I always needed some pace and plenty of space before. Its makes so much sense now.
Your other coaching videos seem like they are as articulate and helpful as well.
Cheers
Paul
Best practical wheelie instruction vid on youtube, liked, subbed,
Yeehaw! Thanks man!
@@megs_braap Knows I exist/acknowledged my existence....I've arrived!!! lol
Great! This was the most comprehensive video about practical wheelie ever! You really nailed the presentation. I recommend doing this practice on regular basis. Not only when it needs to be done on the trail.
Thanks Meg best easy explanation of how to do a wheelie without trying to get the clutch pop right etc! Cheers Karl in Australia 🇦🇺
Girl to girl I honestly feel like this tutorial will be better than the others I’ve watched with guys doing it
I was correct.
best wheelie video yet. The IRC tire guy has a decent one but it's all about position, not mechanics.
Right on! I’m glad you liked it!
Thank YOU! I've seen so many tutorials which insist on popping the clutch but I've always felt that it would be much better to get applied traction as I aim to lift the front. Keep up with these videos please Megs BRAAAP!!!
This is the best video detailing the timing of compression and launch point. Another video detailed that a great way to start getting back brake habit, is to ride as slowly as you can, modulating throttle, clutch, and rear brake -- and then end every wheely with rear brake.
Excellent video. Clear instructions and why we are doing it. I'm confident I'll be able to do a wheelie. Watched many others but yours was the only that said to compress both suspensions and the purpose of it. Thanks
One of the best Wheelie vids on Utube. Just when I thought I knew it all, Meg taught me something else. I just had my one an only loop over with a 2019 300xc. It flipped so fast I didn't have time to do anything but laugh while picking myself up from the ground, then turned off bike, then picked up my seat an rear fender that were ripped right off an waved them at my friends who were also laughing as they shook their heads in disbelief. Thank God for gorilla tape, it saved the day. Then JB wielded it when I got home. Just like new..Lol I learned wheelie sitting on seat of a 450 excf using just power of the bike over technique. The same technique put me right on my butt on the two stroke. Will practice more like you suggest without clutch. Thanks.
Fantastic video. Thought I knew how to do this properly but learned something new today (compress evenly). I'll be practicing this weekend. Hope to see more of these!
Awesome! Thanks for the feedback!
I did it! I followed your advice and was able to do my first few wheelies today!!! Thanks Meggs! You rock!!!
I have to say that I have been watching many videos for wheeling. This is by far A great explanation of what I have been trying to do. Thanks
This is the kind of videos I love. Clear, straight to the point, not much theory but the necessary, and images on do´s and don't´s. WELL DONE!!!
JORGE A Thank you for the great feedback!
Great video. Your super stoked attitude makes them fun to watch also. Keep being awesome.
Thankyou for the great tutorial, ive been trying to wheelie by popping the clutch, but no improvments, your way is much easier!!
Many how to vids out here and you are by far the best teacher for noobs I've seen yet!
Nice vid Megs, super clear demonstrating exactly what needs to happen and why 👌
Best wheelie video, by far. Thanks mate
Best wheelie how-to out there.
Thanks legend!
Sister, thanks for explaining it so clearly, my son is already grooving our backyard grass, trying your method.
Who would give this vid a thumbs down? nice tutorial Megs.
The deeper I dig into Meg Braaap, the more I learn... I need to buy a 2smoker... off to craigslist..
Love seeing women teach plus you’re a great instructor just as a person. Will subscribe for sure!
Best simple tutorial on wheelies out there. Thanks!
Another excellent tutorial. Thanks Meg!
Thank you Megs. This video is short and usefull. I was wathing so many videos how to wheelie a bike but your video is the best
Just one word "Awesome " I have no training but I'll try baby steps watching your video. I'll have to watch your video again and again before practically trying it out myself.
Thanks once again !
I'll first start with popping the clutch. I just watch your video on popping the clutch. I always wanted to learn a wheelie.
Your instructional videos are always spot on Megs! I'm a better rider because of you! Thanks!
That means a lot man! I'm so glad the videos are helpful to you!
It’s eaaaaaasy !! Thanks for another epic vid, Megatron !! Awesome work
You're very welcome my friend!
Best wheelie video I have ever seen, I have tried many times but had super inconsistent results but with this technique it like clockwork, thank you for the video.
That means a lot! I'm so glad I was able to break it down in a way that makes sense! I know it's a really tough skill to learn if you're out there just trying to use throttle.
Such a masterpiece in less than 5 mins for us noobs. She covered everything that u either don't know or realise but keep doing wrong... Compressing only the front, then going too far back and then leveraging the clutch to assist to cover for faulty technique
Great tutorial the show motion vids were perfect! Well guess I know what I'll be doing in the driveway tomorrow...
Always quality content, thanks Megs!
yep! starting to learn now! was doing single track that needed me to pop a wheelie to get over some large rocks and needed my friends help bc I couldnt wheelie lol so now im trying to practice.
Thanks Meg! This is my summer to learn the wheelie :P
Heck yeah man! Stick to it and you'll get it!
Thanks for the attention to detail in your videos. As a five foot four guy...thanks also for all the short rider hints Meg!
Wow. Just discovered your channel! Great videos! And I love how you slow down and freeze the critical moments! Thank you!
What a great explanation I have never seen anyone break it down so well maybe I will be able to do more than a clutch pop wheelie now.
Thank you Megs you are a really good coach I tried to practice slow wheelies every time I go out before the ride I have an easy time getting the tire up but I'm having a hard time holding it up there so I can go more than a couple of feet I will keep practicing and one day I will get it thank you for your help love the video
Best how to wheelie video I've seen!
Best explanation I've seen so far! Thank you.
Best Tutorial out there!!!! Thanks Meg!!!!
Great video, the slow motion and paused instructions are very useful
really good point about learning without the clutch first! forces you to get the timing right. Excellent video!
Thank you!
Great video with clear explanation of what you are doing and why. Well done
Thanks for sharing this! I’ve been looking for a week to find a good video on this. Can’t wait to try it. - Amy
Megs, please keep these vids going , you taught me how to log hop, your my speed.2016 te 300.
Megs, well done video! I think you succinctly get across all the key points.
Thank you!
Best tutorial out there. So much easier to wheelie!
This is such and awesome video and she is a great teacher! I could spend a day with her and I would learn soooooo much! Thank you!!
Best how to wheelie vid I've seen, well done.
Nice! Every time I see a new video of yours you have a new cool bike. Keep the great positive energy flowing!
Cyclecruza my nigga
Excellent. Very clear, concise, short and useful. Thank you 👍
Thank you! I appreciate it!
Great video perfectly explaining good technique, many thanks!
Amazing stuff. You are soooo good at what you do!
Watching a vid like this at 1am sucks coz tmrw can't come fast enough!
Wonderful instruction!
Awesome lesson, thanks for posting this.
Perfect explanation!! Thanks Meg xx
This was perfectly explained. props!!
Duly noted. Keep up the good work chickadee and stay safe
Wow great video. I learn a lot. Thanks. More power.
U are my favorite online dirt bike coach. Good at what U do.
Thanks for your efforts
K A Thanks very much! 😊🙏
Best wheelie tutorial.
You make it look easy. I am going to try this tonight
Quick and easy! I liked it alot
Best how to wheelie vid out there
very helpful. thank you so much for breaking it down.
Great tutorial. Thank You!
Great video. Was really looking forward to a training day with you this summer out here on the east coast before all this covid stuff started up.
Awesome tutorial! The slow mo with the sound was great. I am struggling to get the timing down and I think this will help.
thank you so much Meg! because of your explanation and slo-mo, I realized the issue I've been having is a late throttle!
That's really good to hear! Thanks a lot for watching and taking the time to give me your feedback!
Good video, tip and explanation !
Megs Thanks to you. Your standing wheelie video works for me today on the 300xc. I got it going on. I have been riding a gsx 1300 with street habits. Thanks for getting me out of the saddle with my new fun toy. Snow-skiing is my passion here and Austria. To expensive now. This is my new pair of skis now. In the dirt with a JDJetting kit and new seal block gasket making this bike braap. Thanks again.
Wood Worm That’s awesome to hear! I’m happy the video helped!
Brapp Brapp Brappieness
Best explanation video I’ve seen. 🙏
Wonderful video! Thanks!
Cannot fault your clear instructions .Good video .Would help out alot in trail riding.
One of the best wheelies tutorials I've seen. Having owned a Duke 690R ( big single ) , en now a KTM Adventure bike 1190 Adventure R ( big twin ), I'm used to having the engine brake to get me down if I go too high. Definitely the wrong technique, but it's so hard to practice the correct way now with this big bike. You have always in you mind that's it's a heavy and expensive bike to leave your comfort zone. It's become muscle memory and I'm pretty good at it , I never use the foot brake, just mastered the throttle... ( on the pavement ). When I practice wheelies on my MTB it has become obvious I've been doing it soo wrong al those years :)
Amazing - very helpful, thank you! Still trying to learn. Can wheelie like a champ on my mountain bike. Dirt bike is a while different beast.
Im about to start learning to wheelie my dirtbike next month (Only got it this month). Ive been road / track riding for 7 years so the world of dirt is super scary to me haha. Great video :D