HOW TO PULL THE BEST WHEELIES.... 2ND GEAR CLUTCH UP 

Lol I couldn’t agree more. This is so addictive, Il be back again next year for another go. 👍

Yall have that wheelie machine over in aus, I've seen clips. Looks like you even bring your own bike to hook up.

me too lol

Are you in the uk?

@@thatbikersimonno. I’m in AMERICA

Ditto

​@antoniomitchell1883 Which state and city?

@@ramin_pov CLEVELAND, Ohio

I know what you mean. Well certainly if you live in the uk get yourself booked on this wheelie school, you’ll have a great time or find somewhere quiet and just take your time I’m sure you’ll soon be popping some nice wheelies again.

Glad you enjoyed it. If you can change your rear sprocket by +3 it willl make alll the difference when lifting the bike, but definitely take your time don’t get frustrated at the start. If you can book on this wheelie school

It’s the best day out and I’ve improved massively on my return, Il be going again next year. Brilliant fun. 👍

Thank Fantastic. Keep up the good wheelies 👍

Totally agree!👍

This is what I’m taking about 🏍️💨 it’s a great day out. Thanks for the comment. I honestly can’t wait to do another it’s so addictive. 👍

😮 ❤

First gear is king

It sounds like you've had quite a journey in developing your wheelie and bike riding skills over the years! Your progression from bicycles and beater dirt bikes to mastering wheelies on street bikes is impressive, and it's understandable that it can take a long time to become proficient in such skills. It's great to hear that you've found joy and satisfaction in your abilities. Indeed, there may be a market for training or tools to help others expedite their skills, the difficulty would be getting the land to use. I’m not bad at dog walking to 😂👍

​@@thatbikersimon Got my first street bike at 17 from a garage sale for $600., years before a car. It was a mint condition 82 Honda CM 450 custom. It was four years old with 2100 miles on the od. Kept it at a friend's house for months untill I figured out how to get it by my mother. Most skill came riding a 88 Hawk GT 647(Totaled it) and a 86 GsxR 750(Through a rod at 80k hard miles) They are in my blood and the short periods in my life without one I was not complete, 40 years later I still have four bikes all on the sporty side of things. 83 GS 1100E, 92 FZR 600, 03 Buell XB9R and a Show room condition 02 Daytona 955i I found two years ago that had 67 miles on it. Really! I got to break the bloody thing in. So proud and just some of my babies thru the years. To be honest if it wasn't for two wheeled vehicles I would never have gotten stitches or injured and at a hospital at all. They are the only thing that has physically hurt me and I wouldn't change a thing

@@plap. That's an incredible journey with motorcycles! It sounds like you have a deep passion for two-wheeled adventures, and your collection of bikes is impressive. Riding can be both thrilling and challenging, but it's clear that it's been a significant and rewarding part of your life for the past 40 years. Your story reflects the special bond that many riders have with their motorcycles. Enjoy the open road and stay safe out there! 🏍️

Well said. 👍

@@thatbikersimon Drop by if you have time. You may like my content. :)

Like a duck to water biker girl lol 🏍️💨💨

I’ve had ago on the wheelie trucks it helps with the throttle control but this run way is amazing. The guys there are brilliant instructors. 👍

There used to be a place in NJ that used ZRX1200's and Speed Triples but I think it's since closed. Having owned a ZRX1200 for 15 years I can say that it will wheelie in 2nd gear even without the clutch lol.

Many thanks for the feedback 👍

I didn’t realise intill recently that there wasn’t many places worldwide that did this sort of stuff.

My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it. 👍🏍️💨💨💨

Cheers. It’s a great day out. 🏍️💨💨💨👍

It’s very addictive. I think il be make a 3rd visit next year 👍

That’s the way to do it 👍

Forget the pommel horse in the Olympics I would love to see stunting as a new program.

This is correct, this was the issue for me over the day, as I progressed the wand kept on bringing the bike back down. This is a good thing of course it builds the confidence for the next level. I shall keep attending this school through each year and then il probably practice on my own dirt bike in a flat field 👍

A wheelie is a wheelie. You literally called it a wheelie and then said they’re not a real wheelie. The only differences one is just a wheelie and the other is riding a wheelie.

Thanks Mikey. You should give this a try it one of my best day out I’m just about to book on again myself 👍

Cheers matey, felt really comfortable the second time round. I think il need a 3rd visit, it’s realy addictive. 👍

Thank you for your comment, it’s much appreciated 👍 ride safe my friend

Thanks it’s was a great day 👍

This is very true 👍

Maybe you need to book on a next level wheelie corse

Many thanks, really appreciated the comment. You’ll not regret it, but definitely get some time on your bike first. Wheelie school is a fantastic and addictive day out. When you’ve done one you’ll end up doing another. Ride safe 🏍️💨💨👍

Don't worry, if you get your fundamentals really good, this will come naturaly.

That sounds like an exciting plan! The Bandit 1200cc can be a good choice for learning wheelies due to its power and stability. Just remember to practice in a safe environment and wear proper safety gear while attempting wheelies. Happy learning and stay safe on the road!

@@thatbikersimon So I know that I said I would buy a Bandit 1200cc but I ended up with an R1 01 lol 😁

@@khaledkaissar5263 If you still have money left buy a small cheap bike, pit bike would be ideal and practice doing wheelies until your confident with the throttle/rear brake control, have fun🙂

I bought a bandit to learn. Just a few days ago.

Thanks for the comment 👍 glad you enjoyed it

That’s interesting, I thought these places would be everywhere. 👍

Thanks!

It’s a fantastic day out ,I shall return next year for a 3rd time. It only gets more exciting for me.

This day is designed to be safe and basically get people to pop a wheelie to build confidence. There’s many other ways to wheelie a bike but these no place in the uk like this. It’s a fun day out at a great price. 👍

@@thatbikersimon No doubt. This looks like a really good way to learn. I was just pointing out my different experience.

Thank you! 👍

lol it’s a fantastic place to practice 👍🏍️💨💨

I get what you’re saying but I think wheelie school is a first step if building yourself up for the next level. Wheelies on modern bikes would make it easier with wheelie control modes. I guess the benefit for the school is you get the opportunity to have plenty of runs at it. I had over 150 goes on the day and you can’t do that in the road. For me personally I wouldn’t want to get into the Habit of doing it on the road as I known guys lose there license for dangerous riding. I’ve had a go on the wheelie machine and it’s great for helping with the back brake. I shall return to the school again next year jusy becauce it’s a fun day out great value for money.

@@thatbikersimon I would use this school & bike and immediately practice bringing it up to balance point at slower speeds - all that going fast and chasing it out - its gonna take you soooo long to learn - this would be the better option to start with, I learned how to ride my wheelies at balance point on my 2021 R1 in 2 days using this ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-DU2I5v-FwY8.html

@@ZayPatino il check it out 👍

Best first wheelies are born on the dirt 😊 break and balance then everything comes together

Many thanks.. great day out. 👍🏍️💨💨💨

Many thank Steve, so much better the second time round 🏍️💨💨💨

Many thanks really appreciated the compliment 👍🏍️💨💨💨

You should try it’s, it’s one of my best days out and it’s safe 👍

Thanks Patrick. I guess practice makes perfect in this case 👍

Nice one 👍

@@thatbikersimon hey you responded! Thanks ! So , I am getting decent at power wheelies in first - this video is helping for sure , since I believe I will have greater success in second because less torque and more throttle leeway . Thanks for the video - I hope you continue to post more !

Thanks for the comment. It’s good fun. Just take your time when you first start and build up gradually. Good luck 🏍️💨💨💨

@@thatbikersimon my bike doesn't have enough torque to go up if i momentarily press the clutch, (z650). I have to hold the clutch down longer Mind you, i could also be doing it wrong.

Thanks you Matthew. Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comment, It’s much appreciated 👍🏍️💨💨

Definitely

Thanks buddy glad you enjoyed it

That’s the same for me a was a teenager when I was trying to wheelie bikes. I never thought il be trying again 30 years later, but this place is a brilliant set up for having a go. 👍

Check out the there locations www.nextlevelwheelieschool.co.uk/

£250 for the day with free tea and biscuits 🍪 👍 worth every penny

Excellent you’ll love it. Let the guys know you’ve seen my video. Enjoy 🏍️💨💨💨

Yes I agree, we are luck to have this in the uk. I think theses guys have 3 now and it’s only a could of hours away from me, so il be back again for another go. It’s also great value for money £250 /$300 for a full day including bikes/instructors I think it’s a bargain and an amazing fun day out. 👍

@@thatbikersimon $300 for a full day that's a good deal. In the U.S would probably be 3 to 4 times that since it's all about money here

You should do it, you wouldn’t regret it. The Mt07 is a perfect bike for wheeling, and it would probably have more punch that theses bikes. The wheelie school is just a good fun day all round.

I think the clutch wear is very minimal because it’s literally a little tap to bring the bike up, the device on the back of the bike stops the bike going over, it very safe if you follow the procedure

Many thanks. 👍

Your obviously a natural, I’ve never had the natural talent but got mates that can just do it 👍

@@thatbikersimon i transferred from Skateboarding... everything from getting hurt to dealing with 12. related. I look at it as being a blessed curse.

No you can’t. Thanks

Theses are ZX6Rs that’s been Streetfighted

That’s how we do it on these bikes

@@thatbikersimon what's the bike engine cc and I presume the sprockets were swapped to accommodate wheelies

@@realdaybreaker8013 600cc big rear sprocket

Where you at David?

@@thatbikersimon austria 🇦🇹 in the middle of nowhere 😂

@@David-rp9ey that’s a great location, believe it or not, the RAF base here complains about the noise 😂👍

Yeah i love it don‘t get me wrong the mountain roads and stuff are amazing but it’s a bit sad that we don’t even seem to have bikemeets around here …

@@David-rp9ey that’s a shame, I hoping to introduce some bike meet videos in the near future. So hopefully you can enjoy these ones here. Ride safe 👍🏍️💨💨💨

They call it the wand (anti flip device) It can be adjusted over the day to game more hight without flipping the bike.

How it works? It cuts the ignition?

@@kacperj2 yes exactly that, cuts one first so it’s not so heavy on the way back down.

It’s definitely worth booking on if you live in the uk. Otherwise just try and follow my video, but remember one step at a time. In the video we had over 150 goes over the day so be patient with yourself. 🏍️💨💨💨💨

@@thatbikersimon thank you. It’s not my nature to rush 😎

These are the ZX6R but Streetfightered the rear sprocket have gone up a size or two to help with the lift. Great place for sure. Thanks for the comment 👍

when attempting a "slow balance point wheelie," the size of the bike doesn't automatically guarantee safety. Smaller bikes can be twitchier and more sensitive to throttle and brake inputs, which could actually make it harder for a beginner to find and maintain the balance point. A larger bike, with its increased weight and more gradual power delivery, could potentially provide a more stable platform for learning wheelies. a "speedie power wheelie" isn't necessarily more dangerous if performed under controlled conditions, such as a closed course with proper safety gear and under the guidance of experienced riders or instructors. The thrill and confidence gained from successfully performing a power wheelie can also be beneficial for a rider's learning curve, encouraging them to continue improving their skills. Interesting point though. I appreciate other opinions, I Never did wheelies as a youth but I’ve done wheelie school twice and found it very safe and easy under instruction. 👍

@@thatbikersimon Thanks for the detailed answer, my comment didnt want to be a criticism i was just wondering which one could be better / faster / safer. I should have used the “less powerful” bike words instead of “smaller” but I got your point that a heavier bike can be more stable. When I started to learn wheelie I had taken a course where I could use something called “wheelie machine” like this: motobsk.com/wp-content/uploads/BSK2204-wheelie-machine-ultra-motobsk-wheelie-trainer-22.jpg It was a really great tool to get use to the feeling of falling behind the balance point and use the rear break to decrease and stop it. First time it was really scary, everybody lift their legs up from the pegs and gave up whats happening to the fortune. But of course after you had removed the machine from your bike the next struggle started: keep the bike straight😃 That was my way to start learning it but either way wheelie schools should be much more common all over the world because its pure fun of doing it and this is most important 😃 Sorry I am not a native english speaker but I hope you understood me.

This is correct we don’t change gear. The trick is rolling on and off the throttle when your up and just building a bit of confidence each time.

Sounds like you had some thrilling moments with your GS1100ET! Wheelies can be quite a rush, especially with that much power.

@@thatbikersimon I was very lucky to have survived those days...

@@MrSmurfnanne lol I know what you mean. 🏍️💨💨💨👍

They came as the set with the jacket, so you should be able to match them. My suit is at my workplace, Il have look when I go over next. This wheelie school is great fun. I’m sure il be going again next year and welcome to the channel 👍

@@thatbikersimon thanks man I def appreciate it

Thanks matey, I’ve been riding for officially for about 28 years, it’s cost about £250 for the day but for that you get full instruction/bikes/fuel/ snacks well worth every penny. Get yourself booked on you won’t regret it.

cheers ive only had my big bike 6 months so it will be a thing in the future i would like to get another year at the very least under me cheers for the info keep the vids coming

Yes it can be set to off. I think some guys that have been a few times get to take it off

Sure, if you're looking for a crash cage in the EU, you might want to check out brands like R&G Racing, Puig, or SW-Motech. They offer good quality crash protection for your bike. Best of luck with your wheelie practice!

@thatbikersimon Many thanks for the quick response:) In most videos guys fully clutch, in your video it is a small quick one, I tried both and my bike barely comes up, I think I am bot doing the gas movement right. Do you let the gas go when you clutch or still pulling the gas and give it a bit more when you clutch?

You shouldn’t need more throttle because you’ve already accelerated up to speed, so popping the clutch should be sufficient for the lift, and then it’s just a case of throttle control, rolling on and rolling off to maintain the wheelie.

The bikes are locked to 2nd gear only

Bring it on 😂🏍️💨💨💨

Once you’ve accelerated up to speed you then cluch up while’s maintaining the speed

@@thatbikersimonare they geared higher (the practice bikes) ?

Do you live in the uk?

This is true Stu, I’m not one for doing wheelies on the street, this is why I like wheelie school. It’s a great buzz tho 👍

I'm glad you found the tutorial helpful! Wheelies can be challenging, especially on a powerful bike like the GSR750. Safety should always be the priority. You might want to practice in a controlled environment like an empty parking lot and gradually build up your confidence and skills before attempting wheelies at higher speeds. Definitely use 2nd gear or even 3rd. Stay safe out there!

2nd gear wheelies on a 750 is reaching highway speed. I learnt by going about 40-50kmph in 1st on my gsxr750, she comes up real nice and only needs about 20% throttle to maintain it just below balance point@@thatbikersimon

It’s not too much power. It’s throttle control. Even at higher speeds as the wheel comes up you need very fine throttle control. If you can’t do it in first then you’ll likely flip it in higher gears. No substitute for practice. Just like this video shows.

Lol 👍

www.nextlevelwheelieschool.co.uk/

On my V4 2nd or 3rd will work fine. You’ve just got to have a little play with it and see what suits you and the bike. Just take your time and don’t rush it. Ride safe buddy 👍🏍️💨💨💨

They’ve got 3 sights I believe. Check the link below www.nextlevelwheelieschool.co.uk/

Honestly I can’t say without ride it. I’m sure it’s possible on most bikes. It’s might be a case of more throttle and sitting right back in the seat.

Lol I’ve done that a few times. This is where things like wheelie school can help.

Yes the sprockets are a lot bigger on the back. Do you live in the uk? Its worth booking on a wheelie school course

@thatbikersimon I do, but there isn't one anywhere near me, sadly. The closest was 2 hours away.

@@user-hh3iv7bz9b 2 hours isn’t far I travel 3 hours to go

www.nextlevelwheelieschool.co.uk/ Check this link out 👍

Kawasaki zx6 R bikes but be Streetfightered 👍

The gearbox is standard but the rear sprocket is bigger, I noticed on their stunt bike it’s realy big, to give the bien the initial lift. I’m unsure if the front sprocket was different.

I guess your probably right but luckily for me these bikes are hired at the next level wheelie school.

my gixxer (2005 750) has 75k kms now and still using original clutch. I think it depends how much you ride the clutch, it needs to be a quick pop like in an instant

Fanning the clutch doesn’t cause much wear, besides clutch disks are cheap…relative to the bike

Interesting question, I’m not sure on the answer but maybe a steering damper will help.

@@thatbikersimon it has one on it…

Are you coming down on the front wheel with the handlebars slightly turned? That will cause a wobble

Hi buddy, there’s a new video going out this week.. with a new locations. Google next level wheelie school uk and it will have all the answers 🏍️💨💨💨💨💨

GSX Suzuki

This is part 2 a year later. Let me know what you think Steve 👍

@@thatbikersimon I’m watching now mate 5 mins in brilliant

@@stevepest3184 cheers Steve, I was worried about making a sequel to this one, and if one person is happy then I’m happy 👍

@@thatbikersimon I want see more brilliant love these

I’ve got no idea, most moden bike come with wheelie control so I would just set that to its lowest setting

This is in the Uk 🇬🇧

@@thatbikersimon oh. 😃

This is very true 👍🏍️💨

Lol

Is he going to 2nd Gear by doing It?

@@amaterasu3340 I'm not sure, I start in second as you're obviously going faster. Scarey going faster but it's more stable

You're absolutely right! Learning to wheelie safely involves mastering essential skills like brake control. Starting on a smaller bike like a 125cc can be a wise choice before progressing to larger motorcycles. Safety and skill development should always come first, but if you have some riding experience under your belt then these bikes at wheelie school are perfect. The team are all professional stunt riders and everyone that attendeds comes away buzzing. There’s not many places if any that teach this. Thanks for the comment 👍

It's important to prioritize safety when teaching stunting, and there are various methods to do so.

Oh ok, where you from?

Why? Even under a professional environment.

It was up to us but I’m guessing with the cones out we were similar speeds

@@thatbikersimoninteresting. I’ve only seen professionals teach wheelies from just above idle. This way is new to me

@@Fee.1 it’s very popular and they get good results. Perfect place to have a go

@@thatbikersimon so do you know how to do wheelies from a stop or at idle or slightly above idle speeds now?