Im in the process of learning to wheelie my africa twin from 1992. I saw some videos of Chris Birch where he does the 'jump' where he preloads the shocks. One detail is that he does is from the ball of the foot because that is what you use to push off when you jump from solid ground as well. In that way you will be able to compress the forks more than when you have the footpeg under the middle of your foot.
I can easily wheelie a mountain bike, but going from feathering the rear brake with my right hand VS doing it with my foot is messing with my head 😂 I learned wheelieing mountainbikes on a slight incline, since the bike is already rear-heavy and the front already wants to pop, I'd assume the same thing would work for a motorbike, give it a shot if you can!
Yep been practicing on inclines, it helps. Psychology anyway. Rear brake not really needed until front is way up, but best to practice hovering over pedal nonetheless. Cheers.
Great video Patrick. I’d like to start a bit of very light off roading around Dublin and Wicklow. Can you recommend any places (gps links) that don’t involve getting chased by farmers off their land 😅
Nice video! How long have you been riding and how old are you? Im age 60 and would like to do this but the off road riding involves probably more falls than would want to endure. Been riding about year.
I got into dual sport about three years ago so here's my unsolicited advice: You are going to fall! Almost all of your falls are going to be at 0mph when you simply lose your balance or lose contact with the ground at a standstill. With that in mind, the best thing you can probably do to prevent injuries is to practice stepping off your bike as it falls over on a nice soft lawn. Just do it half a dozen times in a controlled environment where you're mentally prepared and your tool box is twenty feet away. Build good habits for when you don't expect it. Don't have your leg under the machine when it falls over. Don't hurt your back trying to keep it from falling over once it's happening. Learn if you can pick your bike up alone on less than perfect terrain. Get real off road/adv boots and knee guards! Don't be that guy with hiking boots. Every low speed crash can and should be a simple "Aw darn it!" moment, but there are many ways to handle it poorly and really hurt yourself before you learn enough to stop falling over.
Im in the process of learning to wheelie my africa twin from 1992. I saw some videos of Chris Birch where he does the 'jump' where he preloads the shocks. One detail is that he does is from the ball of the foot because that is what you use to push off when you jump from solid ground as well. In that way you will be able to compress the forks more than when you have the footpeg under the middle of your foot.
Thanks! Good suggestion - I'm definitely making some progress, but need to pay attention to details like that. Good luck!
Great. Thx
Try a quick stab of front brake, it compresses the forks, and slows you down before lifting the tire over the obstacle.
Excellent Video, i love being above the clouds/fog.
Yeah it’s beautiful alright.
Duuuude love this. I’m about to start practicing the same shit. Gunna record and post it as well. Good luck sir 🫡
Good luck to you!
I’m learning on my Norden. I’m getting the front wheel about a foot off the ground but it’s not as controlled as I’d like. Lots of work to do. 👍👍
That's awesome to hear that you're working on your Norden and making progress with your wheelies! Keep riding and stay safe! 💯
Nice. You’re ahead of me if you’re getting the wheel up!
Wow, this is an excellent video! 👍👍
Thanks!
Good work brother. Let your channel grow to great heights
Thanks!
I would go somewhere w flat and soft ground to practice the next steps...just a bit more space in case you wipe out ;)
Good advice!
I can easily wheelie a mountain bike, but going from feathering the rear brake with my right hand VS doing it with my foot is messing with my head 😂
I learned wheelieing mountainbikes on a slight incline, since the bike is already rear-heavy and the front already wants to pop, I'd assume the same thing would work for a motorbike, give it a shot if you can!
Yep been practicing on inclines, it helps. Psychology anyway. Rear brake not really needed until front is way up, but best to practice hovering over pedal nonetheless. Cheers.
Great video Patrick. I’d like to start a bit of very light off roading around Dublin and Wicklow. Can you recommend any places (gps links) that don’t involve getting chased by farmers off their land 😅
Where'd you get that sticketset from?
us.skda.com.au/t7/
Hey, nice video. What jacket and pants from Klim are you using. Thanks
Klim Dakar jacket, AlpineStars Andes pants.
Thanks @@FarAndAway1
Where is this place?
Nice video! How long have you been riding and how old are you? Im age 60 and would like to do this but the off road riding involves probably more falls than would want to endure. Been riding about year.
Hoping to avoid too many falls myself! Riding on and off since I was a teenager never really attempted wheelies. First time for everything.
I got into dual sport about three years ago so here's my unsolicited advice: You are going to fall! Almost all of your falls are going to be at 0mph when you simply lose your balance or lose contact with the ground at a standstill. With that in mind, the best thing you can probably do to prevent injuries is to practice stepping off your bike as it falls over on a nice soft lawn. Just do it half a dozen times in a controlled environment where you're mentally prepared and your tool box is twenty feet away. Build good habits for when you don't expect it. Don't have your leg under the machine when it falls over. Don't hurt your back trying to keep it from falling over once it's happening. Learn if you can pick your bike up alone on less than perfect terrain. Get real off road/adv boots and knee guards! Don't be that guy with hiking boots. Every low speed crash can and should be a simple "Aw darn it!" moment, but there are many ways to handle it poorly and really hurt yourself before you learn enough to stop falling over.
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