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How do I avoid falling when doing a wheelie?

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If you are talking about looping the bike as in going to far and going over backwards, what you need to do is make sure you hover on the rear brake. Applying the rear brake will bring the bike back down. Keep steady on the throttle. Ride safe!

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How do I stop the bike from going left while doing a wheelie?

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By shifting your body or steering to the right. You want to put more weight on your right side (but not too much or you'll fall).

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Should I try this on the road first or in a softer place?

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If you have street tires, you will have to use either asphalt or concrete in order to get enough traction to do a wheelie, even while practicing. Just make sure to wear a helmet and padding in the event that you fall.

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Is it possible to do a wheelie on a Kawasaki 150?

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Yes..in first gear.

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Can I do a wheelie on any motorcycle?

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Yes, but it may be more difficult on some models than on others.

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Can I do a wheelie with a Gixxer 155?

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Yes, in first gear rev up then release your clutch and lift the handlebar to pop a wheelie.

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I have a sport bike. Should I be seated with my knees hugging the tank or standing on the pegs?

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Stand with one foot on the front peg to cover your rear brake and the other foot on your passenger rear peg (if you have it).

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Why can't I stay up on a 125 ?

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It is extremely hard to wheelie on a two stroke 125, but if on a four stroke 125, try to stay at a constant speed and keep the bike balanced.

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How do I do a wheelie on scooters that don't have a clutch?

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You're going to have to lift it while accelerating. That might not work on all scooters.

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How can I do a wheelie on a scooter that doesn't have a clutch?

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Sit as far back as you can and put your feet on the ground. Start turning the gas, but keeping the scooter still with your feet. It will start to rise, and then you just lift your feet.

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How do I wheelie a motorcycle that doesn't have a clutch?

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Just put your feet down behind the bike and rev it a lot. The front wheel will start to come up, then just take your feet off the ground and gun it.

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Will I have to do anything to my motorcycle to make it more safe?

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No. Just start in second gear, pop the front wheel up, and find your balance point. Of course, you should always wear your protective safety gear!

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How do I know if I can do a wheelie on my motorcycle model?

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Just try to do it, and if you are able, you are able.

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Can I do this on any type of motorcycle?

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Not really. You'll have trouble popping the front wheel up if your bike is too small (such as a pocket bike), too large (such as a chopper), or if it does not have sufficient power/displacement (such as a moped). The easiest types of bikes to perform wheelies on are sport bikes and dirt bikes due to their driver position and power.

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Is it possible to do wheelies on any motorcycle?

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It may be difficult to do it on some models and heavier bikes.

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At what CC can I do a safe wheelie?

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A 4 stroke 250 is a great option because they have enough power to start and keep the wheelie.

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Should I pop my clutch to initially get the front up?

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No, only do so if you need the extra kick of power to get it up. But don't rev it too high before po[ping the clutch, or it might hurt a bit.

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Can I do a wheelie with a 50cc Yamaha?

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No, because it doesn't have enough power to lift you and the bike. But you can try in first gear. I tried it on my 50cc bike and it wouldn't lift.

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How can I get the wheel up but not too far so you dont have the motorcycle roll onto you?

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It is easier to wheelie on an automatic transmission bike for a beginner. Otherwise, rev the engine but not too high and pop the clutch and pull up on the bike. If you feel you are going too far back, tap the back brake to bring it back down.

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