Discover the expert in you.
Discover the expert in you.
In the world of can cans, super-mans, and heel clickers, wheelies are the iconic beginning for learning how to do tricks on a dirt bike. When the time comes that you feel you have gained enough riding experience and have a firm understanding on how your bike works, it is finally time to give wheelies a try. Through careful planning and by following the proper procedures, almost anyone can learn how to pop a wheelie, and ride off with success.
Wheelies represent one of the most popular tricks on a bicycle or motorcycle. The steps for performing the wheelie remain the same whether you use a motorized or non-motorized vehicle. Prepare to receive a few cuts, scrapes and bruises while practicing this technique. Wheelies take a bit of time to learn. Some natural athletes can readily perform wheelies without falling; however, the norm involves some trial by fire.
Helping to sustain healthy communities, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy creates innovative trail systems by conforming old railroad corridors. The rail trails are paths made from abandon rail lines, aiding in the link between the cycling enthusiast and nature. Rail trails provide a safe haven for mountain bikers, cross bikers and pleasure cruisers to recreate far from traffic and busy roads. Often these trails are comprised of gravel, dirt, pavement or a combination of all three. Having the proper bike tires ensures the rider maximum traction to tackle a long ride or a short, after-work jaunt.
The surface of ice will not allow the rubber of motorcycle tires to gain traction. When driving on ice, you need to add a source of friction to the tire. Ice studs are screws made of special alloys to reduce corrosion and keep the studs in your tire. The ice studs are essentially screws with coarse threads to grip the rubber of the tire. Properly sizing the screws will ensure the studs remain in the tire without penetrating the inside wall of the tire.
While dirt bike tires are slightly more difficult than bicycle tires to repair, they are similar jobs. Unlike street bikes, most dirt bike tires use tube and tire designs. While tubeless tires are catching on, they are mostly found on high-dollar raciing machines that are out of the price range of average consumers. Tubed dirt bike tire blowouts are usually caused by a tear in the inner tube rather than a tire failure, according to motorcycle specialist David Hough. Proper tool use is always recommended, and as such it is not suggested to use crowbars or screwdrivers instead of actual…
Having good spokes is a very important part of keeping your dirt bike in top working condition. Bent or loose spokes can affect the overall handling and feel and responsiveness of your bike, making your ride less enjoyable and impacting the lifespan of your dirt bike. Replacing your dirt bike spokes will make a noticeable difference in the performance of your bike, and all it takes is a little time and effort.
Every rider tries, at one time or another, to wheelie his bike. The sheer excitement of balancing the bike on one wheel while accelerating is too tempting to pass up. If your bike is a 250 2-stroke, some general tips will have you riding wheelies in no time.
