Enduro Riding Tips Series EP 3 | How To Cross Logs Log Crossing Enduro Lessons

[@HeddleTown]

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[@ineedanaga]

Will Air Forks compress and rebound (unload) just like normal springs?

[@ineedanaga]

One of the things I am trying to learn is probably similar to the concepts in this video. It's a small "step" made of bedrock. Kind of looks like this. ___|-------- Would I do the same thing? I can't find the right balance of gas and how to get it up properly..

[@ineedanaga]

Probably should watch EP1 and Ep2 again ;)

[@HeddleTown]

Just saw your comments yup hit it reasonable quick about 3/4 of the way up similar to a log! :)

[@xeuse51]

The fact that you don't add any music is such a huge help to hear the bike and listen for input timing. That is my biggest issue with trying to learn wheelies and what not. Being able to see the preload and hear the engine spool when you apply throttle at the right times is nice to see. So many people out there always add music and you can't hear the bikes. Great video man.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks so much.. I will make more in the future! :)

[@rainohhell7365]

Another great Video. It’s nice hearing you repeat mistakes that you JUST MADE yourself . Your humble teaching style keeps people engaged and on the ball 👍👍👍

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks I appreciate that! :)

[@Caldermatson]

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[@RadovanKrsmanovic]

I love your videos. No music, no "bro" nonsense, paired with very understandable and relatable explanations. I'd love to see a large object video and especially a tackling decent sized/large ledges video!!!

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks I appreciate that. I will see what I can come up with!

[@DeanPhillipsMT]

Love the how to videos and looking forward to seeing more. Many others are doing similar how to videos, but what sets yours apart is the inclusion of drills that are scaffolded from easy to advanced. This really helps novices such as myself to have specific scenarios to look for and work on during the next ride. Keep up the great work and more of the skills videos!

[@HeddleTown]

Thank you very much that's exactly what I am aiming for 'to be different' I do plan on doing lots of videos they do take time to make!! :)

[@diegofianza3525]

Exactly, “building your way”...upwards. Luckily as a kid, I learned to ride on a YZ80 doing easy technical tricks. Years later, 250s-500s and even my street bikes have been/are easy to maneuver. I watch my friends who learned on large displacement bikes and they struggle or are slow to learn the advanced techniques. I can’t imagine learning to ride on an adv bike. Kills the fun.

[@MrGoandgigabyteme]

The way you take your time to explain everything, makes your videos the best to learn proper technique.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks Scott appreciate that hopefully it makes the channel get noticed a little more! :)

[@kyleslinger5355]

Hey man so I'm a beginner rider from south Africa, been watching your videos and they are amazing, ! Best help I've recieved

[@HeddleTown]

I appreciate that and I'm glad they help more videos coming for 2021 stay tuned! :)

[@24carrera]

Awesome. The way you explain and show everything is great. And you let us hear the bike with no music. Great. Please keep them coming.

[@HeddleTown]

Hey thanks for watching I will be making more of these videos for sure as well as some for the dual sport/adv bikes winter is on my door step though here in Canada so may not get many made this season we will see! :) Thx

[@mountairytranetracks]

I liked that slow mo trials clip at the very end... stopped completely at the log then zapped that thing. 👍🏻

[@HeddleTown]

I came in a little hot on that one with a bit of a messy recovery but I got it. haha Thanks :)

[@clinteastwood6986]

Awesome step by step instruction on how to use the basic technique you teach and scale it up to bigger obstacles. Should have watched before I went riding yesterday. A lot of downed trees on the single tracks in Michigan due to storms. I could have made my ride a lot easier by using your instruction! Thanks again.

[@bigg2768]

Older vid, I know, but super helpful, easy to understand, well explained. Now, just gotta get the stones to go out and practice. I’m old, haha.

[@HeddleTown]

Start small work your way up I'm not old but not young either (51) !

[@hawhee3765]

The slow motion really helps with the understanding of all that is taking place. Thanks!

[@HeddleTown]

Glad it helps I look forward to making more videos soon! :)

[@bertilwilliams1999]

Grate stuff, you make my fingers itch to have a go.

[@hepienduro9330]

Your videos are the best, one episode and next day practise it's my plan to improve my skill , thank you for all your tips :)

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks for watching I hope it helps! :)

[@Zeus33rd]

A suggestion for those that may not have a lot of trees or whatever to practice on. If there is a railroad track near you, just go explore around and look for a railroad tie that has been discarded near the tracks. Bring it home and set up a small practice spot. They are great to start practicing log jumping on, and you can ride down them the long way, to help with balance.

[@stevecobb5543]

Fantastic videos, excellent descriptions, love the progressive style of training and skills. But you have bunch of well-made inspiring videos, and are helping me progress quickly.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks I'm glad they are helping more will be coming this summer!

[@jackwelch9713]

This type of video coaching is so helpful. I’m back into riding after a looong break and I need to learn solid basics and undo some lazy habits. Heading out to ride/camp soon and will definitely look for some small hill climbs and log hops to practice these techniques. Riding a chunky dual sport so standing and active riding is key to reduce my dumping & jumping. Keep riding and sharing these please, really helpful to those of us who occasionally find ourselves airborne but hadn’t actually planned on it 😅

[@HeddleTown]

HaHa Yes that's the great thing about motorcycles is skills from one bike will work on another just think outside the box when it comes too practice! :) Ride safe more videos on the way!

[@juancrodzdom]

Learning a lot men , thanks a lot !!!!

[@HeddleTown]

Glad the videos help more in the future! :) Thanks!

[@laikpascal1521]

Hi from overseas. I guess you did not expect French people watching your vids. I live in the Northern French alps (ski resort) and my environnement looks pretty much the same as yours. Anyway, thank u for your vids which are well explained, full of good advice and help me not to discourage too much. And thanks again for spending time sharing your knowledge (I know that making videos is time consumming). It looks like I get addicted !!

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks for watching and yes I get people from everywhere that's awesome! :)

[@airmix]

Love the helmet view. Very clear on how you shift your body from front to back as you clear obstacles

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks glad it helped.

[@justincurrie9730]

Top job

[@dwayneschallmo2041]

Enjoying the videos and solid information. Keep them coming

[@Starchilddk]

I love these videos, such a great job you have done! Thanks, and keep'em comming :)

[@HeddleTown]

Awesome thanks new video coming in the morning! :)

[@reaptheheat5853]

Beautiful place and great videos. Subscribed.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks I appreciate that more videos coming! :D

[@Expeditionmarc]

Great videos!! Enjoy watching and practicing with my new xcw300. You do a good job showing! Keep them coming!! Cheers!

[@HeddleTown]

Nice bike and thanks I will. :)

[@taskerpro944]

I think a good alternative approach would be to get the 'cow catcher' from an old locomotive, and weld it onto the front of your CR500. All log problems solved.

[@HeddleTown]

Tasker Pro lol that would make a great video! Good idea. Thx

[@robertsinclair]

Fantastic content. The slow mo at 14m50s was perfect. Can't wait to practice in the spring.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks.. I love doing the slo mo stuff makes everything look so cool..! :)

[@xaxabat1]

Wow you make it look so easy! Just learning how to get over small logs and it will take a lot of practice. Still learning how to better control the clutch and throttle. Thanks for the videos.

[@HeddleTown]

Awesome and thanks! Watch my Ep 11 its a very easy and straight forward video that should help with the small logs at first!

[@gamalyounis859]

Thanks man your tips are very helpfull keep on ..

[@HeddleTown]

Glad I could help! Thanks

[@ericraherimanjato9688]

Great video thank you

[@shaidekel6233]

Thank you for another great video!! It’s nice watching your videos and practice it.

[@HeddleTown]

Thank you I hope it helps! :)

[@shaidekel6233]

Hi there! I can see that you have the KTM, which model is that? And what year? Could you add more videos about how to choose a dirt bike for beginners and what kind of equipment are you recommending? I really like to hear your personal opinion. Once your videos are good. Thank you.

[@lameyo77]

my guru! RESPECT!!!

[@victor-emmanuel7485]

Thank you for putting the effort in these videos sir! If I could, I would buy you a few beers in the pub!

[@HeddleTown]

HaHa Thanks that's awesome I would appreciate that but my Patreon account is even less the link is above!! ;)

[@victor-emmanuel7485]

HeddleTowns Enduro Ride I will look into becomming a patreon for your channel :) I was wondering, where about in Canada are you located (not exact location ofcourse :P) because the region you ride in is like a dream for me. I'm seriously considering moving to Canada, after i graduate university in 1,5 years... Belgium is nice and all... but I need more nature and space!

[@HeddleTown]

That's much appreciated.. :) I am in BC, Canada if you google 'The Okanagan Valley" that will put you in the general area! Most amazing place if I do say so the riding laws are very relaxed here and dirt bike friendly! ;)

[@victor-emmanuel7485]

HeddleTowns Enduro Ride I will look it up! Thanks for the info sir, and I look forward to your next video ;)

[@tonyewart4504]

Excellent video. Very clear instructions and great variety of camera angles. Subscribed.

[@HeddleTown]

Hey thanks very much spread the word I will be doing lots more of this kind of stuff... :)

[@lukefish7562]

Good stuff buddy! Got a lot of work to do to get there. ✌🏽

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks man practice practice! :)

[@motorheadcentral9874]

Excellent I'm learning what I did wrong see my whiskey throttle video

[@yannfournier8649]

Thank you. I'm learning a lots with your video!

[@HeddleTown]

Awesome I hope it helps!

[@buckduc]

Great video and information. Well done.

[@HeddleTown]

Thank you sir! :)

[@MxMadness]

Hey Bro! I just love how you show every step! Keep these type of videos coming :) MB.

[@MxMadness]

👍

[@MW-gh3lt]

Damn what a beautiful view from your play area. Keep the vids comin! 👌

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks and will do! :)

[@eddenton9107]

Good video. I like the angle way of going over. I will practice that. First time I encountered having to go over logs was with this ktm 200 and had never tried it before and the log looked to tall to go over but I followed the guy i was riding with and just popped a wheelie to get my front tire over and rocked forward. I was high centered so the log must have been 18-24"?? guessing on the height. But had to push off with my legs and went over just fine. Did some smaller and suspended after that one with not too much trouble. Watching the video makes me want to go practice on more log jumping!

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks I hope it helped... :)

[@PolskiMotoVlog]

please do slow wheelie tutorial :)

[@HeddleTown]

Hi Polski I will for sure I am just trying to make lots of videos that require clutch, throttle and balance so that way people have a good understanding of what those wheelies require! Please share the videos if you enjoy them! ;) Thanks.

[@warriortuningacademyinstit1075]

Thank you

[@Trad-Am]

Good stuff I need to go drop a tree in the yard to practice on

[@kaustikk54]

another great vid man, you ever just go out and shred? bet some of that footage is pretty awesome as well. be interesting to see some ride alings on that cr! 👊👍🍁

[@shaidekel6233]

Very cool video! thank you

[@spymaine89]

excellent thank you

[@HeddleTown]

:)

[@danielkiefer8134]

Haha I bet! Thanks for the replies, love the videos! Keep up the great work!

[@ElzbietaWe]

That was VERY useful! Thank you for this tutorial :)

[@HeddleTown]

Elżbieta Wełna thanks I appreciate that please share it on your social media! :)

[@iracektm]

Sweet!

[@greg4fiddy]

Excellent video! You showed every situation I think. Well done. Thanks man!

[@HeddleTown]

Thank you!

[@spymaine89]

excellent, excellent instruction.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks :)

[@illskillz05]

awesome vids. I'm new to trail/enduro riding and this is the type of content I've been looking for. Can't wait to check out the rest of the series. Are you clutching to pop up the front tire or just using the throttle, and which gear are you in? i have a ktm150 xc-w which is probably underpowered for me, but it seems difficult to get the front up. Also, do you have a gear video? I'm currently shopping for a new boot. Thanks

[@Davidlouis3]

Brilliant

[@TheJumpn]

Man, you make this look so easy....

[@HeddleTown]

Jim O'Rourke once you get the hang of it :)

[@ThomasOzOsburn]

Great info

[@JohannesDalenMC]

I just came across your channel and it seems like you have a TON of good information for someone who just got into enduro riding. Im sure you have covered this in a video, but how would you dress for enduro, protection wise? I see some wearing only a shirt, and others will pads all over. Thank you!

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks there should be some good stuff for you in most of the lesson videos! I did a brief video about some of my gear, I will be doing a better video in the near future! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKqaZaywe9t3bdE

[@JohannesDalenMC]

@@HeddleTown Thank you, the video was very helpful!

[@romanmuzychenko172]

nice video I like how you explain every step of the way and how suspension works during the jump

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks :)

[@stevehenley8409]

hey awesome vid .got a ktm 300exc .i have harden up the forks for motorcross jumps .cause i found it way to soft .i did have a kx250 so i like that harder feeling .just wondering should i change .rebound and compression back a couple of clicks.for trailride in the woods.keep the vids coming .there awesome.could you do some on corning in ruts .where to look how fast etc cheers steve.

[@billg1374]

I apologize in advance if this was already said or shown, but when approaching an obstacle and you need to get the front end up, I know its a combo of throttle and clutch control. But is it more about popping the clutch while giving it a small amount of gas or the opposite or about 50-50? Thanks!

[@HeddleTown]

Don't apologize that's a great question, I do talk a fair bit about clutch and throttle control in my first few episodes, but your on the right track by popping your clutch its just a matter of how much in other wards how big the obstacle is your tackling! Watch the EP 2 I think will help with lofting the front end also watch EP 1 to get your clutch/throttle control down that is the key to almost everything! :)

[@billg1374]

Awesome! I will go back and check those vids out again. Thanks for the response and the vids and info you put out...great stuff!

[@EnduroRiderChannel]

awesome dude!

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks :)

[@hamirulhamid9439]

yes the best way is to use a small log for practice in the beginning until i felt confident.

[@hamirulhamid9439]

good tutorial...what i do i compress the front fork suspension, lift up, accelerate with good balance. I'll need more practice..your video is very helpful. I am still new to this stunt.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks I'm glad they help! :)

[@sandichapman1506]

great vid lesson! I tend to "whiskey throttle"....gasp!!!! every now and then when I'm getting over the logs:( Any tips on how to avoid this potential disaster? Thanks! Keep the lessons coming!!

[@HeddleTown]

Ha-Ha One of my buddies is bad for booze throttle! Maybe watch one of my recent vids I think its EP 11 the clutch/throttle control over small logs video seems silly but VERY effective do it until your bored but it will help! :)

[@eugor12345]

Rode swan lake studded up all winter 😉

[@HeddleTown]

Thats awesome winter is fun I have a few winter vids up just look back a few. :)

[@tonywillingham8109]

I bought a trials bike 6 months ago to help learn various techniques. One technique that is giving me a fit is the Double Blip for jumping obstacles. But the punch technique seems to be the same thing except for two distinct blips of the throttle, it's one continuous blip of the throttle, which makes the timing much easier. Do you use the double blip, and if so, does it give you anything over the punch technique?

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks for the question Tony you inspired me to make a video about the vary question your asking should be ready for this coming Friday! :)

[@tonywillingham8109]

HeddleTowns Enduro Ride can I send you a video of me doing a simple log jump for some pointers?

[@danielkiefer8134]

Thanks for another great video. What year is your bike

[@HeddleTown]

Daniel Kiefer Thanks it's a 2013

[@mikeeckles7998]

what rear tire do you run?..... Really enjoyed the video.

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks for watching its's the Motoz Hybrid awesome tire! :)

[@Hoser1mVm]

Excellent vid’s - typo on Rebound at 6:37 ;) Also where in BC? - I’m from East Kootenays

[@HeddleTown]

HaHa Thanks man I just saw this comment it was in my junk mail comments.. I'm in the Okanagan Valley.. good eye on the spelling I must have missed that! :)

[@warsman22]

With your bike of choice, it seems to be substantially lighter then my 03 wr450f. I have geared it higher to get more top end on the road. It will be street legal shortly for the purpose. I went from a 14f/50r, to a 15f/47 rear. Bike still has plenty torque for anything I need. Here is my question/concern. With the increased amount of clutch I would need, plus the add weight of a 4 stroke, could you do a video and/or give advice for my kind of setup and bike, as far as the pivot turns go for a 4 stroke? I'm not a novice with riding(been riding since I've been very young), I don't feel overwhelmed with such obstacles such as a log. But I've been away from the dualsporting scene for almost 8 years, and been really trying to work on my technique (i.e slow as possible, balance) and so far from your videos, biggest thing I learned, is tucking my legs into the bike for long rides. Thank you for your time. We could discuss via message, or here is fine. Just want to get a little more knowledge base for more technical stuff!

[@JGADV77]

Can you do it on xr650

[@cargopoint6513]

Okay.... Nobody seems to be asking WHAT BIKE ARE YOU USING FOR THIS? Just to make an idea about the effort needed to pull this stuff off, in comparison to mine. And thank you for your enterprise!

[@HeddleTown]

2013 KTM 300 XWC enduro bike!

[@cargopoint6513]

Thanks, brother

[@laikpascal1521]

Hi it's Frenchie again ! Am i dreaming or are you using a tril tyre on the back wheel ? if not what would recommend as tyres for alpine forest (could be pretty humid) and single track and crossing obstacles driving ?

[@crazybcenduro7536]

Do a video on your bike I like to see the mods😝good vid to

[@HeddleTown]

Crazy BC Enduro thanks man I will do a better one but the intro video to this series I talk about my bike setup! :)

[@crazybcenduro7536]

HeddleTowns Enduro Ride cool😝

[@MJNader81]

what power valve spring do you use on your bike? thanks for the great videos !

[@HeddleTown]

KtM2T Thanks! I think it's yellow the softest one so the valve opens quick.

[@MJNader81]

HeddleTowns Enduro Ride I put the red one in last week, it is the softest one, I'm still a bigginer and I'm having a hard time controling the bike, I ll go back to the yellow one since that's the one you are running.

[@brandonminear9400]

For anyone reading this 4 years later, mild=green(stiff, later power valve opening), yellow=medium. The red 🔥 spring is too wild for this type of riding!!

[@Motoinc]

What happend to the CR500? Nice work on your videos

[@HeddleTown]

Thanks! Oh I will be doing videos with that as well.. lets just say it's resting. :P

[@jenssolbjrg5042]

Are you using trial rear tyre?

[@HeddleTown]

Nope its a hybrid made by Motoz Tires!

[@eugor12345]

hey I'm in the Okanagan, could I come ride with you?

[@HeddleTown]

I ill be doing group rides in the future for sure I have a lot of people interested in doing this for the next few months I will be focusing my time on videos for the channel winter comes fast around here!! haha

[@랑만라이더]

나는 한국사람이다 좋은내용이다

[@HeddleTown]

친구들과 공유해 주셔서 감사합니다. :)

[@hobidolap]

shall i get the 2018 ktm 250 exc tpi or wait for one model year for the problems to settle...

[@HeddleTown]

From what I read it's been on one of the top guys bikes for awhile now so I would think it will be fine! :)

[@hobidolap]

nope this is the first ever ktm 2 stroke with fuel injection, all new for the 2018 model year. never been before...

[@HeddleTown]

babur.karaoglu I realize that but KTM rider André something has been testing it for awhile!

[@arturw.4771]

Do you alway drop a clutch with this technique? That what i do weght the bike and when it rebound Slightly drop a clutch and Add a little throttle? Is this correct?

[@HeddleTown]

Yes that sounds correct timing is key!

[@danielkiefer8134]

Does it vibrate a ton

[@HeddleTown]

Daniel Kiefer Haha no its smooth as butter my CR500AF vibrates a ton! 👍

[@xtrainerchronicles2085]

I'm having issues with down hill switch backs. . Do you have any advice?

[@HeddleTown]

What exactly do you mean most of the rules in my 'downhill video' should apply unless its super crazy steep!?

[@xtrainerchronicles2085]

@@HeddleTown exactly . Super steep. I love in Yakima WA. So I'm talking the Cascades eat of Mont Ranier. Lots of stair case type switch backs to get you over the next ridge. Riding up then you almost have to pivot turn but I can't quite get a grip on how to attack the down hill ones.

[@HeddleTown]

Hmm I will have to do a video on this I think I have something similar in my area! Thanks for the idea! Off the top of my head I would say to try and mimic the hills on a grassy less steep slope till you have a feel for it!? :)

[@xtrainerchronicles2085]

@@HeddleTown Ok, and I'm going to practice my spelling too. After reading my reply.

[@gab223334]

Ontario?

[@HeddleTown]

Gabriel Gauthier BC Canada

[@wallbreaker_9358]

...and i can't even wheelie

[@HeddleTown]

Wheelie vids incoming! :)