Lifting the front wheel is something many riders dream of doing. Miles covers some of the finer points.
Wheelies can be scary, illusive and frustrating.
But in many forms, controlled front-wheel lifts can be very helpful in navigating certain types of terrain.
Over the next couple of issues I’ll work through the different styles of wheelies and suggest a progression to achieve some confidence at a level that suits your bike and your style of riding.
Where does it begin?
Wheelies can come in many different varieties and apply to lots of different situations. We all know what can go wrong and you definitely want to avoid messing it up, especially on a big and/or expensive bike. If possible, it makes a lot of sense to learn on a smaller, low-horsepower bike in a controlled situation, like a grassy paddock. The benefits are obvious.