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How to Do Stunts on a Dirt Bike

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Riding a dirt bike can be a hard skill to learning. Even after mastering the riding, performing stunts is even harder. However, stunting is an important part of dirt bike riding and it can be learned.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Instructions

    How to Do Stunts on a Dirt Bike

  1. Step 1

    Wear your protective gear. Anytime you are performing a stunt on a dirt bike, safety should always come first. Wear protective clothing and protective pads to prevent injury. Most importantly, wear a helmet to prevent any damage that can be caused from stunting.

  2. Step 2

    Reach full speed. For almost every stunt that can be performed on a dirt bike, speed is imperative to do the trick. Practice riding your dirt bike at full speed until you have gotten the feel for the speeds in which you will need to do stunts.

  3. Step 3

    Set a ramp up about 100 to 200 feet ahead of you. Finding a makeshift ramp in the dirt is something you will need for your trick. Most dirt bike stunts require a ramp, so ride on one until you get used to it.

  4. Step 4

    Pull your handlebars up for a back flip. If you want to do a front flip, you have to push your handlebars forward.

  5. Step 5

    Control your handlebars. Practice being in control of your handlebars until you have that down. Most stunts on dirt bikes require you to know exactly how much pull or push to give your handlebars at any given time. You will want to practice the forward and backward flips on a soft surface if possible until you get it down.

  6. Step 6

    Bend your knees. When landing any of the stunts, bend your knees before your dirt bike hits the ground. This will help you to absorb the impact and prevent injuries.

  7. Step 7

    Practice. Even professionals struggle to learn stunts the first time. Once you feel comfortable performing the stunt, keep practicing until you have perfected it.

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