How to Do a Donut on Your Motocross Bike

Although it's not an accepted stunt at motocross competitions, doing a donut on a motocross bike is a lot of fun and riders of all ages can take part. Visit any off-road track on a summer weekend and whirls of spun dirt fill the air as riders kick their bikes into burnout circles. With a little practice, you'll be doing donuts in no time. Read on to learn how to do a donut on your motocross bike.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Slow down into the turn. If you're going too fast, the bike's going to slide out from under you. If you're right-handed, turn left and vise versa.

2. Turn the wheel sharply and pull in the clutch. This will disengage your rear tire just long enough for you to set up the stunt.

3. Extend your leg in the direction you are turning; use your left leg if you're turning left. Plant it beside your sharply turned front tire. Your handlebars should be pressing against your extended leg.

4. Accelerate and pop the clutch to start the spin. Your rear wheel will begin to spin around you, using your planted leg as the pivot point. Keep the bike angled to the side.

5. Maintain the angle and the pressure on your extended leg as long as you care to spin. If you tilt the bike upright at this point, the front wheel can gain traction and jerk you into a forward motion.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your body weight forward on your bike. Notice how professional riders look as though they're riding on their gas tanks. Staying forward is the key to controlling your bike.
• All motocross stunts have an element of danger. Wear protective gear at all times and never do donuts without the proper motocross boots.

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