Basic Wheelie Questions

[The^^Rock]

Hi All,

Just 2 quick questions about pulling wheelies.

First is how the heck do you guy's chnage gears with the front wheel up? Is there a technique or is it just practice? You don't use clutch im guessing?

Second is what do you find easier? Standing up or sitting while doing wheelies?

I have an XR250 by the way.

Thanks alot in advance
James

 

[yzeater]

You're gonna need the clutch if you shift while riding the wheelie. It's pretty much practice to shift. Pull the clutch quickly, shift, let it out smoothly. I prefer standing up, but all my friends think I'm crazy.

 

[cr125_king]

I find sitting is alot easier for me. I can go from 1st to 5th sitting but when i stand up i can only do a few gears. I also find i'm more in control while sitting. Other riders might find standing is easier. Also remember to keep that foot by the back brake ;) . It's saved me more than once