Brian Jones
Dirt Bikes, Supermoto, Countdowns
Brian Jones
Dirt Bikes, Supermoto, Countdowns
It’s possible to wheelie any bike, but some are inherently better than others to get up in the air.
For example, a casual play bike like the CRF 230 or TTR 230 is going to be slightly harder to get off the ground than your performance trail or motocross bike.
That’s why we’ve put together a guide of the best bikes to learn wheelies on. This isn’t a comprehensive list and we are sure you will find plenty of other options, but this is a good place to get started.
We’ve also thrown in some tips on how to wheelie at the end, so stick around!
Strap on your seat belt: some of these bikes are unexpected.
The KTM 250 XC has the power to excel on any sort of terrain or track and features a lightweight chassis ideal for wheelies. It features one of the best power-to-weight-ratios in the class and offers an unrivaled performance.
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The KTM’s advanced 2-stroke engine was specifically designed to create enduro-specific power. Not only is it durable, but also lightweight and agile. The chrome-moly steel frame offers easy handling, precise cornering, excellent stability and crazy rideability.
Because there’s maximum energy absorption, yeeting those jumps and brapping those wheelies is never an issue.
The KTM 250 XC excels at being:
Agile
Precise
Torquey
On top of that, the 250 XC comes complete with CNC-machined lightweight hubs and rims that keep the weight to a minimum while providing additional stability.
The suspension was also developed in collaboration between WP and KTM.
With a base price of $9,399 for a new model, you might do better off searching for a used one, especially if you are just using the bike to learn wheelies. No one wants to damage a bike that costs that much. Thankfully, you can find some used bikes for several thousand dollars less, if you don’t mind riding one a few years old.
We put this at the top of our list because for us, it’s one of the best bikes to do wheelies on. Whether you choose to learn wheelies on it is up to you.
You do you.
Just check out this guy doing some stand-up wheelies on the back of his KTM 250 XC.
Learning how to do standup wheelies. Lot easier on this bike than previous 2011 KTM 250 EXC
If you want one of the best bikes to learn wheelies but you aren’t looking to drop almost $10k, this Kawasaki might be a better option.
Brand new, you’ll only be set back about $4,600 which makes it money well-spent. Because it is such a popular model, you can find an abundance of used bikes at much lower prices. This might be a better option as you try your luck at getting the wheel off the ground.
Or if you’re a big baller slinging mad stacks, stick with the KTM and impress everyone at the track with your massive wallet.
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The KX100 is the ideal bridge between a beginner bike and full-size option. This two-stroke super-mini allows riders to achieve the power they desire with the durability required to try out new skills.
In addition, it features a six-position adjustable handlebar mount which allows a wide range of riders to find comfort while doing wheelies. All of the suspension components are fully adjustable plus there are 13 inches of ground clearance for running over slower riders.
Safely, of course.
You can find some inspiration from this guy driving around Philly doing wheelies on his bike.
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The CRF150F isn’t just ideal for a smaller rider, but also a great starter bike if you want to learn how to do wheelies. It features just enough power and the appropriate amount of durability plus a lower price than the other two we’ve listed.
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This isn’t an entry-level bike, but close enough that you’ll be comfortable with testing your skills on it.
This four-stroke bike also features an electric starter, Pro-Link rear suspension, five-speed transmission and quality build.
The used market is filled with well-maintained options if you want to save even more money on your purchase. Honda is known for a reliable bike and the amount that is still in good condition proves that. Not only does this bike contain a maintenance-free battery, but it also has a CD ignition, snail-type chain adjusters and reusable air filter.
This all means you’ll spend less time maintaining it in between wheelies, which leaves you more time to swipe right hoping one of the girls at the motocross event got dumped in the 5 minutes since you swiped the last time.
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You can check out this guy playing around with some CRF150F wheelies.
Just try not to crash as he does at the end.
Girls don’t like crashes, but Youtube does.
We couldn’t make a list of the best bikes to learn wheelies on without including the Grom. It’s true that people who ride the Honda Grom tend to look at it as their religion. Many people don’t understand the fascination, but you might if you rode one for yourself.
Praise Honda.
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Imagine a Suzuki SV650 reduced to half scale and that’s what the Grom is like. It’s tiny but it features a 125cc single-cylinder engine.
Don’t expect this bike to have a ton of power. In fact, it only pumps out 9.7 horsepower, which isn’t terrible considering the bike weighs less than 250 pounds. With that said, you’ll have to factor in the wind resistance, barometric pressures and whatever you ate for lunch to see if you will ever get to the top speed of 62 mph.
Riding a Grom helps you stand out in a crowd, for sure.
It’s slightly ridiculous looking, slow and unique. The truth is, this bike doesn’t need to be big or fast to prove its capability. This bike is meant for fun, and you can have a lot of it as you learn to do wheelies.
The best part is that you can buy a brand new Grom for $3,399. If you want to get a pre-owned bike, you’ll find some that are a thousand or two less.
$2000 is like paying for Xbox Live for a few years, but way better spent on a Grom.
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As you can see from this video, you are surely going to look strange trying out your stunts on the Grom. With that said, it doesn’t stop anyone from having a good time doing it, so you might as well join in on the action.
Like the last girl you matched on Tinder, this countdown is going from small to large.
The KTM 1190 Adventure R is the ideal bike for wheelies because of several reasons. First, the V-Twin engine offers the torque you need to jerk up your front end. Even when you are riding above 50 mph, you won’t have any trouble getting it up.
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In addition, the KTM is predictable and responds to every movement from your right wrist. You’ll have complete control whether your wheels are on the ground or not. It’s also taller than the non-R 1190. This allows you to transfer your weight better and helps you hoist the front end into the air.
Finally, it’s not technically a dirt bike but it’s capable of dirt riding, which is good enough for us. Since it’s a street legal bike, you can practice in the dirt, where your fall is cushioned. Then, head out onto the road where all the spectators are at once you’ve perfected your sweet tricks.
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Here’s a guy that’s got the wheelie on his KTM 1190 Adventure R down. He even manages some pretty impressive speeds in the midst of it.
The Suzuki DR-Z400S is the crown prince of the supermoto movement. It’s one of the most capable, fun and reliable bikes available, whether you are driving down the highway or on your favorite dirt path.
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It’s powered by a 398cc, liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine that offers the right amount of torque to get the front wheel off the ground. It also features an adjustable suspension and crisp handling.
Other features include a magnesium-alloy clutch, thermostatically-controlled cooling fan, and compact five-speed transmission.
The narrow frame offers exceptional torsional rigidity and minimal weight. It’s also fitted with a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel equipped with Dunlop D208 dual-purpose tires.
Not to mention, a street legal DRZ will get you tons of likes if you’re doing it for the ‘Gram.
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If you are ready to try some wheelies on your DR-Z400S, this guy has all the tips you need to get started.
If the DRZ is the crown prince of supermoto, the WR is the king.
The dirt-focused WR250R from Yamaha is the perfect mix of the YZ motocrossers and WR off-road bikes.
It’s powered by a 250cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke engine featuring EFI. It also comes with a three-way adjustable suspension on both the front and rear.
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This engine pairs with a six-speed transmission with a wide ratio spread. Furthermore, it features a YZ-style chassis constructed of forged and cast aluminum sections plus high-strength steel downtubes to offer further rigidity and strength.
You’ll also be impressed by the dual wave-type disc brakes in the front and rear. This helps to provide optimal stopping power, whether you are doing wheelies or not. The racing saddle also keeps you connected to the bike with the gripper cover.
At under $7,000 for a new bike, you really can’t find something else with as many features.
Why would you want to?
Check out this guy’s wheelies and find out why he chose to ride the Yamaha WR250R.
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Once you find the dirt bike to do your first wheelie, it’s time to get started. The first step is to find open ground where you feel comfortable popping the tire up. Don’t start out on a public road or area that’s heavily populated even if you have a street legal dirt bike.
You also want to look for soft ground just in case you go off the back. A sandy or grassy area works best, plus it saves your bike from massive damage.
Next, check the throttle and ensure it moves freely. You don’t want it to stick. Then, verify that the back brake is functioning properly.
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When you first begin the wheelie, keep your feet on the ground to balance yourself. Don’t start off too aggressively and avoid over throttling. If you get aggressive, it’s likely you’ll go right off the back.
Remain consistent with your throttle; don’t blip it. Open it up and remain as steady as possible. Being steady on the throttle helps you to stay in the sweet spot of balancing the back wheel.
Once you are in the wheelie, cover your back brake with your right foot. This helps you if you happen to go beyond your balance point. You can hit this brake and bring down the front of your bike.
Just don’t jam it on fully or you might end up over the handlebars.
If you are having trouble getting the wheelie started, you might need to use your weight. Transfer your butt to the back of the seat. Normally, the throttle blip should be enough to get you going, but this little extra lunge can make all the difference.
Soon you won’t even think about these steps.
The Mx Factory breaks down how to wheelie a dirt bike into 3 easy steps! Learn it correctly from the beginning to master the wheelie like a professional! In this video we explain: 1) Body Position 2) Understanding Your Controls 3) Balance & Rear Brake The Mx Factory is a premier motocross training facility located in Austin, Tx.
The guys over at The MX Factory put together a great video illustrating the three easy steps to do your first wheelie.
It includes:
Check your body position
Understand your controls
Balance the throttle and rear brake
With a 2 stroke bike, the trick is to maintain a minimal, smooth throttle. Don’t allow your movements to become too aggressive. You don’t want the engine to go into the power band or come on-pipe or you will end up on your back.
A 4 stroke has a more reliable and smoother acceleration than the 2 stroke. It also doesn’t feature as harsh of a power band so it’s often much more forgiving to learn how to do a wheelie on a 4 stroke.
If you are just starting out, you might want to consider learning with this kind of bike first and then move on to mastering the 2 stroke.
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Trying to do a clutch-up wheelie from a standstill is a different beast altogether.
Actually, you might find it to be easier and ideal for beginners.
Start by pulling the clutch lever all the way in and select first gear. Move your body to the back of the seat so your weight transfers back. Again, keep your foot over the top of the back brake pedal or you could leave both of your feet on the ground and drag them at first to prevent flipping over depending on how large the bike is.
While you let out the clutch, pull the throttle back sharply and pull up slightly on your handlebars. This should lift up the front of your bike.
Make sure you maintain the balance and throttle of your bike. If you start to go back, blip your brake to bring the front back down.
Remember: You always have the back brake if things get out of control.
While it can be amusing to watch dirt bike crashes, such as the video below, you don’t want to end up all over the internet because of a wheeling gone wrong.
Epic dirtbike/ ATV wheelie fail compilation NEW June 2015
The last thing you want to do is crash while learning to do wheelies on your bike. That’s why we have some of our best tips to keep you on the bike and off of the ground.
As we’ve mentioned before, don’t get too aggressive with the throttle. This will inevitably throw you over the back.
Use your right foot to cover the rear brake. This allows you to quickly bring down the front wheel if you start to go beyond your balance point.
If you want to add some additional stability, you can always put your feet off the back of your bike instead of putting them on the foot pegs. This requires you to drag them on the ground and means you can’t cover the back brake, but it’s always an option that might make you feel more comfortable.
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If you have multiple dirt bikes, choose the one with lower CC to start out on. While it can be fun to do wheelies on your more powerful bikes, it’s always best to start small and move up.
The more power you have underneath you, the higher your chance of crashing is while you are learning. Once you have control over the power, you’ll be able to do wheelies on any bike you want.
If you’re struggling, you might try a different bike.
If there are bumps, hills or lumps, you are at a higher risk of being off-balance. This just makes the process harder to learn and creates more for you to fall on.
Don’t attempt to learn on a windy path at first. You want a long stretch of straight runway so you don’t end up face-planting into an obstacle on the path.
If you weigh more than the average rider, make sure you don’t sit too far back while practicing.
You can easily go off balance when your weight is up.
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We know you don’t think you look cool with all that gear on, but it’s far better than the consequences of flying off the bike.
Once you’ve mastered the basics of a wheelie on your dirt bike, it’s time to start perfecting the skill. After all, anyone that can perform a perfectly executed wheelie looks pretty cool and that’s what you are aiming for. Follow these tips to take your ride to the next level.
As you sit on your bike, roll the throttle a few times in first gear. Make sure you rev your engine and then, let go of the clutch. This will pop the front wheel up. Attempt to use a combination of the rear brake, clutch and accelerator to keep the wheel in the air as long as possible. This will move you slowly forward. When done correctly, this looks amazing!
However, it’s much harder than you would think at first.
It will require plenty of balance and skill.
While performing your wheelie, try to turn your tire from side to side with your handlebars. This is another trick that looks super cool but requires plenty of effort. You will need to be mentally and physically strong to pull this off. Make sure you maintain the proper amount of throttle and balance yourself enough to keep the bike moving straight even though you are moving the handlebar.
Nobody wants to drop their dirt bike. Sometimes it’s unavoidable, but it’s fully within your control if you set your wheelie down softly.
Dropping your bike on the front wheel from high in the air leads to premature wear to every component of the front suspension. We’re talking valves, springs, seals, and all manner of leaky things that could eventually compromise your ability to ride at all.
Not to mention, it hurts to let a bike down hard. Like, it physically hurts your body. Try it.
Wait, no, don’t.
So do yourself and your bike a favor by letting her down easy.
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It’s always best to begin learning from the stationary position. You want to learn from first gear, but once you become advanced, you can move beyond this. Start experimenting with your wheelies from other gears while you are in motion.
You can try out second and third gear. Some people find that performing wheelies are easier while moving at higher speeds. This momentum offers some additional balance and makes the bike steadier. Over a long distance, the speed keeps you going longer.
Once you’ve mastered dragging your feet and leaving your right foot over the brake, work on standing up with your feet on the pegs. This is the coolest way to do a wheelie, but also requires lots of skill to pull off.
After you’ve mastered everything else, it’s time to go big or go home.
You want to take some big risks and push it to the limit. Trying putting your feet up on the seat and reach down to the handlebars. You might even start working to do some wheelies on the ice, like these guys perfect.
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To do these dirt bike stunts, you will need to understand the level of risk. It’s vital that you are a wheelie pro before you attempt these things.
Want to up your wheelie game on a dirt bike? Try these 5 wheelie practice drills to get better! It's important to know the technique and skills, but knowing how and what to practice is equally vital to improving.
If you want some more tips to improve your wheelies, the guys over at The MX Factory put together five wheelie drills to help you get better. They include:
Drill #1: Popping the clutch
Drill #2: Rear brake control
Drill #3: The floater
Drill #4: Point to point challenge
Drill #5: Point to point slow challenge
Check these steps out in the video above.
Personally I have my own thoughts on learning to wheelie a dirt bike.
Now the idea of training wheels might sound a little silly unless you’re 5 years old. Which if you’re 5 and reading this, you’re doing way better than me already. Sometimes I still can’t read.
But I can wheelie, and that’s because I took it slow and learned to do things right. It would have been a lot easier if I had some help, and that’s exactly what a Wheelie Guard is there for. Because why should falling on the pavement be a part of learning how to wheelie?
The Short Fuse Wheelie Guard features an adjustable wheelie height setting, so you could start by doing low wheelies or if you already have some experience you can adjust the wheelie guard in minutes to a higher level. Check it out here.
As you start learning how to wheelie your dirt bike, you might consider moving from training wheels to a wheelie bar like the DR-Z400S wheelie bar or the Yamaha WR250R/WR250X wheelie bar.
Inevitably, you are going to make mistakes as you learn; that’s where the wheelie bar comes in.
The metal loop gets bolted to the back of your dirt or stunt bike. This makes it easy to put a foot at the back of your bike and use your weight to get the wheel off the ground. All the while, you can cover your back brake with your other foot because safety is just as important as looking cool.
The wheelie bar also keeps your bike protected if you hit the ground. The bar is going to be the first thing to make contact, so your tail light and fender are all protected from damage.
What’s best about the wheelie bar is how easy it is to install. You won’t need any welder or specialized hardware. Just bolt it on and go.
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Did you have more questions about wheelies? Let us know in the comments.
Also, if you have videos or pictures of you doing wheelies, don’t forget to share them with us as well. You never know; you might just show up in one of our future articles.
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The farthest jumps, the longest wheelies, the fastest ATV speed, and the fastest time to do 10 donuts, that’s what you can find in this post. These ATV world records span the most impressive to the most insane. A don’t try this at home warning is fitting here.
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In 2009, in Richfield, Utah in the US, 1,947 participants gathered at the Rocky Mountain ATV Jamboree, but only 1,870 were actually able to complete the parade. That’s still a lot of ATVs!
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Three Australians, Valerio De Simoni, Kristopher “Ted” Davant, and James Kenyon, hold the record for the longest ATV journey. They called themselves the Quad Squad Expedition and set out August 10th, 2010 from Istanbul, Turkey. It took 437 days, 19 hours, and 9 minutes, and they traveled through 37 countries covering 34,945 miles or 56,239 km. On October 22nd, 2011, they ended their journey in Sydney, Australia with an escort of 500 motorcycles.
For those who want to repeat the record, we've got something to say. Weather strikes can be severe along the trip. So, don't neglect a lightweight, yet waterproof rain suit on board.
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Terry Wilmeth broke the record for the fastest speed on a quad bike by modifying his Yamaha 700 Raptor with a hybrid rocket thruster. On June 15, 2008, at the Madras Airport in Oregon, USA, Wilmeth was able to ride 196.19 mph or 315.
74 km per hour.
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Jon Guetter achieved the longest ramp jump in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia in 2008. At the Crusty Demons Night of World Records held at the Calder Park Raceway, he jumped 53.92 m or 176 ft and 11 inches.
For the show “Nitro Circus” on MTV, Travis Pastrana and Eric Roner broke the record for the longest tandem jump. They were at the Godfrey Trucking/Rocky Mountain Raceway in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA on November 17, 2008 and jumped 15.99 m or 52 feet and 6 inches.
The next night, Travis Pastrana pulled off another feat for “Nitro Circus.” At the Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah, USA, he executed 10 donut spins in 15.59 seconds.
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Abdulla Al Hattawi of the United Arab Emirates traveled the longest distance on a quad bike while doing a wheelie.
In Dubai, on January 12, 2018, he had a police escort on Sheikh Zayed Road and wheelied for 37.28 miles or 60 kilometers. To put it into perspective, this is more than the line length of The Channel Tunnel between the UK and France.
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At Miramichi Airport in New Brunswick, Canada, on July 28, 2017, Roger LeBlanc executed the longest backwards wheelie for 1,579.675 m or 5,182 ft and 7.8in.
On May 15, 2004, Roger LeBlanc and 16 other people piled onto an unmodified Honda 350 Fourtax ATV and rode for 50 m or 165 ft on the Riverglade Speedway in New Brunswick, Canada.
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The longest individual ATV side-wheelie record was set by Yannick Dupont at the Cite de l'Automobile, Mulhouse, France, on 6 April 2015. The French stuntman traveled a staggering 21.
30 miles or 34.29 km on two wheels of his quad.
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That’s part of the point with records, to keep trying to beat them. Though some of them will be particularly hard to top. Terry Wilmeth used a rocket thruster! Considering the insanity of some of the records, you might want to ask yourself if you really want to go there. Another thing to bear in mind is that the Guinness World Records won’t even allow someone under 16 to attempt or register for some records.
Anytime you want to try an ATV trick, take several things into consideration. You want to have a great time and look cool, so ride smart. Consider your skill level. You can’t decide you want to try a trick and do it. You need to build necessary ATV riding skills. Read our post on How to Wheelie an ATV for tips. You also need to make sure you have an ATV that can handle what you’re asking it to do.
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From time to time, the ATV will be naughty and behave differently than you would like. Nothing beautiful lasts forever, right?
One of the most common problems you may encounter is the ATV suddenly pulling to the left or right.
If you are lucky, your problem may have a simple solution)
Let's take a look at some of the most common reasons why an ATV can pull to the side, and of course, here we will talk about how to get rid of these problems.
The most common problem that causes the ATV to pull to one side is the difference in rolling resistance due to different tire pressures. Also, the problem may be associated with natural wear or damage to various components of the chassis of the ATV and, as a result, a violation of the angle of the wheels.
So how do you determine what is causing problems when riding an ATV?
As you probably already understood, there can be several reasons.
To understand why an ATV wants to pull off the road and dive into a ditch when you really don't want to, you need to do a number of checks.
Although I don't have exact statistics to tell you which malfunction occurs most often, I still recommend that you start with what is easiest to check and fix before spending time and money on more unusual and potentially more complex searches.
In my experience, the most common cause, and by far the easiest problem to check and fix, is uneven ATV tire pressures.
Let's look at what happens when ATV tires have different pressures.
A flat tire has a larger area of contact with the road surface than a normally inflated wheel, as a result of which the friction force, and hence the rolling resistance force, applied to such a wheel will be higher. The wheel will roll more slowly. The opposite wheel will run ahead and try to turn the ATV around the slow wheel. That is, if the ATV pulls, for example, to the left side, most likely, the fact is that the left wheel is lowered.
To solve this problem, you need to equalize the air pressure in the ATV tires.
It is best to refer to the operating instructions, which must indicate the required air pressure in the wheels recommended by the manufacturer. The pressure in the wheels installed on the same axle of the ATV must be the same.
At the same time, you should be aware that due to the design features and weight distribution of the ATV, the tire pressure on the front and rear axles may differ.
Check with a good tire pressure sensor.
Most manufacturers complete the ATVs with a set of tools and a sensor for checking air pressure in wheels, for example, ATVs Yacota SELA 200 , Yacota SELA 150 , Yacota Cabo 200035, Yacota Cabo 20034 , , MOTAX 200 , MOTAX GRIZLIK and MOTAX RAPTOR .
ATVs MOTAX and YACOTA have these sensors in the standard tool kit.
If there is no such device in your kit, I recommend that you definitely purchase it. A very slight difference in air pressure in the tires may well be the reason that the ATV pulls to the side when driving in a straight line.
The air pressure should be checked in both front and rear tires. True, uneven pressure in the rear tires, most likely, will not be the reason for the withdrawal of the ATV from a straight path. Different pressure in the rear tires can provoke another malfunction - premature wear of the rear differential, due to the increased load on it. But this is a story for a separate review.
I always keep this inexpensive instrument in my toolbox, its accuracy is good enough to use.
Also make sure that the maximum tire pressure is not exceeded.
Over time, ATV wheels can wear differently, resulting in the diameter of one wheel being different from the diameter of another wheel. This can also cause the ATV to pull to the side.
To check if the front wheel diameters are the same, you can do a simple check: place the ATV on a flat surface and use chalk to mark the sidewall of each front tire at the lowest point.
Wheels must be pointing straight ahead, gear lever in neutral position. Roll the ATV forward until one of the wheels has made two or three revolutions and the mark you just made is back to the very bottom, to its original position. Look at the mark on the opposite tire. Ideally, it should also be at the very bottom. If this is not the case, the wheel circumferences do not match.
If the reason for the ATV pulling to the side lies in the difference in wheel circumference, then when driving to the right, the right tire should have a smaller circumference, and when driving to the left, the left one.
Wheel circumference can vary not only due to uneven wear, but also due to air pressure differences in the tires.
The wheel is like a balloon, the higher the pressure, the larger its diameter and vice versa.
For this operation, you need to lift the ATV, place it steadily on the supports so that all the wheels are in a suspended state.
It is very convenient to use the bike racks to lift the ATV. If you do not have them yet, and you plan to service the ATV yourself, I recommend purchasing them. They are relatively inexpensive. Tackles will greatly simplify the ATV maintenance process.
Check that there is no excessive play in the ATV suspension and steering joints. Start with the tie rods and steering rack. This operation is more convenient to carry out with an assistant. Have an assistant move the ATV handlebars to the right and left, often and with a small range of motion. And you, in turn, keep your hand on the swivel, which are subject to verification. Check the steering tips and tie rods one by one. You will feel the excess play in the hinge with your hand. If the ATV steering wheel has excessive play, but the tie rod and steering tip are in order, then the steering rack itself or the steering shaft bushing may have play, which can also be checked by hand. The steering column bushing usually wears out over time.
The same goes for the ball joints on the tie rods.
Tighten any loose bolts and replace worn parts. Worn parts can break soon, so replacing them won't be a waste of money, even if their wear isn't the reason your ATV pulls to the side.
In addition, the wheel bearings must be checked for excessive play.
To do this, have a helper grab the top and bottom of the wheel and shake it while you check for play in the ball joints and wheel bearings.
Check how easy the wheels turn. The wheels should rotate freely, without noise and crackling. The presence of noise indicates wear on the hub bearing. And the tight running of the wheel is about bearing wear or souring of the brake pads. As we said, if one of the ATV's wheels is spinning at a slower speed than the other wheel, the ATV will pull towards the slow wheel.
If necessary, replace the bearings and service the front brake calipers. Sometimes the caliper is easy enough to clean, and sometimes you can’t do without replacing the brake cylinders or the caliper bracket itself.
Complete the work with suspension lubrication. The chassis of ATVs of the brands YACOTA , MOTAX , AVANTIS is equipped with special grease fittings through which you can easily lubricate the desired suspension unit. We have already told, in one of the reviews, using the example of a gasoline 125 cc ATV MOTAX T-REX , about the features of maintenance of the ATV suspension. Regular maintenance of your ATV will definitely prolong its life.
Control check three: check the running gear for geometry violations.
If you use the ATV for active riding or sports, then it is possible that you have bent some part of the suspension on the next jump. ATV front suspension A-arms are especially prone to damage if you hit a stump or rock while riding. "Fast-growing" trees suddenly appearing in front of the ATV as you drive, a common story!)
A-arms are designed to absorb heavy suspension shock and, through their integrity, retain more expensive and hard-to-find ATV parts that are more difficult, more expensive or even impossible to repair, for example, an ATV frame.
It is not always easy to see if the suspension arm is bent or not. It happens that the levers do not have a symmetrical shape, because the ATV suspension was originally designed this way by the manufacturer.
Compare the distance between the axles of the front and rear wheels of the ATV on the right and left sides. If there is a difference, then one of the suspension arms is most likely damaged.
The camber and toe angle can be adjusted by eye yourself, but it is better to contact specialists who have the necessary measuring equipment and data on the required wheel alignment values.
I hope you find this article useful.
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Although the season for ATVs and motorcycles does not depend on the season and may not be interrupted, many motorists prefer snowmobiles in the winter, storing ATVs and motorcycles until warmer weather.
Before long-term storage, it is not enough to simply clean the ATV of dirt and put it in a warm, dry garage. Its service life and the quality of further operation depend on the correct preparation of transport for wintering. Below are some recommendations for preparing equipment for long-term parking.
Washing and cleaning the ATV and motorcycle before long-term parking
Before storing the motorcycle, thoroughly wash and then dry and coat all important components and mechanisms with conservation grease (you can use regular silicone grease in an aerosol can).
It is better to cover equipment for the winter, but not with polyethylene, but with a special protective cover made of breathable material. The cover will protect from dust and moisture, while not interfering with natural ventilation
Preparing the fuel system of ATV and motorcycle for long-term parking
The fuel system of ATV is subject to corrosion, so it is recommended to completely fill the fuel tank before "wintering" so that the fuel will force out the remaining moisture on the inner walls.
Over time, the fuel loses its properties, so it is recommended to replace the fuel with a new one at the beginning of the season before operation. If a plastic tank is installed on an ATV or motorcycle, then it is better to remove the fuel from it before parking.
Before conservation, in order to ensure safety, it is necessary to check the fuel system for possible damage and leakage
Preparing the engine of an ATV and a motorcycle for a long stay
the crankcase and parts such as pistons, cylinders, and piston rings, due to the lack of a protective oil film on them, can also be subject to corrosion. Therefore, before a long-term parking, it is recommended to unscrew the spark plugs and fill in engine oil through the candle wells, while manually turning the engine crankshaft several revolutions. The holes in the candle wells should be closed with rags or special plugs to prevent foreign objects from getting inside the ATV engine while the vehicle is parked.
This operation will help create a reliable oil film on the parts of the cylinder-piston group during parking and protect them from possible corrosion.
Remove excess oil from ATV or motorcycle cylinders before use. To do this, it will be enough to turn the crankshaft with the help of an electric starter or a kickstarter for 3-5 seconds with the carburetor throttle fully open.
Motorcycle and ATV Fluid Replacement
Before "wintering", it is recommended to replace all technical fluids (engine oil, antifreeze, brake fluid), if they are, of course, used in your vehicle.
Old motor oil may contain contaminants that will cause it to thicken and cause unwanted deposits on parts walls and in oil passages.
At the beginning of the season, the fluids will have to be changed again, because. over time, they oxidize and lose their properties.
Motorcycle and ATV battery storage
The battery can be stored without removing it from the ATV, but be sure to disconnect it from the on-board network.
