Don't try this at home!!!

Zaster · January 09, 2010, 04:09:30 PM

I know PJ will carry bikes capable of doing this...hopefully nobody will get any ideas

If my memory doesn't fail me, I remember Nic talking about getting into off road bikes [moto]
Not sure if this was part of a video game or the real thing......your thoughts?

Zaster · January 15, 2010, 03:55:57 PM

Not sure...but I think they are testing new innovative protective clothing

http://www.gaskrank.tv/tv/motorrad-fun/beim-wheelie-sollte-man-sich-f-11126.htm

hunkypunk · January 18, 2010, 04:57:49 AM

http://tinypic.com/usermedia.php?uo=t2QD%2BVcjymWwAG5Hy0evt4h4l5k2TGxc

Once you've got the front wheel off the ground don't freakin floor it. There is supposed to be a delicate balance once you are up in the air. This came from a craigslist bike for sale. I dont think I am going to buy this one.

bonfy · January 18, 2010, 12:39:06 PM

That right there is why you don't see me pulling wheelies. That and the memory of me accidentally cracking the throttle of my older brother's minibike and going right up the front steps and nearly through the door. I couldn't back it off due to inexperience and the g-forces of being thrown backward.

I was in 5th grade at the time. Did it later on my little YZ80 when I was 17 when I was roll-starting it. I have also had a couple of harrowing experiences involving wide open throttles on snowmobiles that are noteworthy. So I can relate to what was going on with that chap. I never have learned to get the front end up, but I have practiced full gainers off the diving board to prep myself mentally.

On a side-note, my ex-husband, who taught me how to ride, had a shelf of trophies testifying to his wheelie prowess. Scottish picked up his talent, but I never did.

Scottish · January 20, 2010, 08:04:24 PM

Not so, I can do them... I'm not very good at them. I'd rather drift.

On a side note... DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME!!!
://www.snotr.com/video/3792
I bet he'd suck at a track day, certainly hope he goes alone when he bites it.

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bonfy · January 22, 2010, 12:40:07 AM

Watched the video. I wonder if he was on crack or just crack-ish.

Kawboy · January 22, 2010, 06:59:33 PM

Any bets on whether this guy is already dead. I read some of the comments associated with this video and more than a few commented on his "skill". It may be just me, but STUPIDITY is not a skill. I'm glad he's over in Europe somewhere. I don't want him on my roads. Just my opinion.