How to pop up the front wheel. The secret to riding confidently offroad.

[@rustymustard7798]

This dude dropped more legit knowledge in the intro than pretty much all other youtube vids out there combined.

[@juefox1]

Great game plan with brilliant breakdown of steps, Adam. AND it would have payed to inhale each word you say and take it seriously: I wanted more, stood up and not only did I rock my weight back a bit but obviously forgot that you explicitly said: " Don't get cocky and try and wrap it back..." So, I found myself back and low with arms straightened out and no chance to cut the gas. It all ended up in a classic loop-out, total loss of my BMW R Ninety Scrambler and my kneecap, cruciate ligament and meniscus torn. It seems that a gifted teacher like you also needs students that are able to recognise the live-saving elements of what you are saying.

[@KiwiDan333]

Absolutely loving these basic technique videos, Adam. You've got such a great ability to explain the techniques in an easy-to-understand way (e.g. the ski analogy - genius!). Thanks, and keep 'em coming! Dan (Christchurch, New Zealand).

[@HondaWanderer]

You make this look so easy. I just tried, albeit on bitumen. Gassing the throttle scared the shit out of me. I don't feel in control at all. I'm watching this again because I really didn't feel confident and was scared I'd just flip the bike. Mind you I couldn't even get it to lift at all lol. I'm such a novice.

[@kostasrei2709]

Its all about practice. I think today i manage to lift the front wheel just a bit after many tries. I think body position is tha major factor. Easy on the throttle and all is under control.

[@hemanthsatyanarayana9760]

I think this is the most succinct explanation of how to lift the front wheels that I've seen, with clear breakdown into stages. Thank you

[@moto4x4adventure9]

Adam, the same thing happened to you when you were riding alongside Toby on the 1190's, i think you were filming the KTM rally and you lost it around a bend on old tyres, you straightened up and lopped it over a log in the scrub. Nicely done, awesome content. Can't wait to see more on the war horse. Cheers mate

[@MotologyFilms]

Yes mate, you're exactly right - still the gnarliest save to date I've had on a big ADV and would not have come out of it safely if not for that instinctive last-second pop I'm describing in this video!

[@moto4x4adventure9]

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[@tHaH4x0r]

Oh man, awesome stuff as always, thank you so much for these videos. The more and more I practice and ride offroad, the more I realize that the key to traction is weight transfer and knowing when to load/unload suspension and wheels. Very often when our instinct is to shut the throttle, adding throttle to unload the front is actually the right move and you glide over a pothole that you would otherwise bite into.

[@Coatsey007]

Oh and gorgeous scenery, where is this Adam?

[@SaveAmerica1-pz2xg]

This is a great clear instruction video

[@pwinter_USAF_83]

Adam, I really do appreciate your instruction on the fundamentals of riding a big bike, and sharing your techniques. Thanks for taking the time to produce these videos. By the way, I installed your T7 GPS stabilizer brace on my bike and it is an excellent piece of engineering. Paul, Arizona, USA.

[@chaka2178]

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[@thetexasnielsen]

This channel continues to deliver content that is far and away some of the most useful, entertaining and posted with high production quality. Adam, I can’t say thank you enough for your continued sharing of some very awesome talents!

[@eblack8]

Adam, I'm a brand new rider but your descriptions of these techniques are so intuitive it's remarkable. It's great fun listening to you and watching you ride. Thanks!

[@Boonus18]

Thank you for this video. I did these drills for about an hour one day and now I can loft the front no problem! Going to keep practicing! Thank you!

[@CypIThinkITank]

This is everything I asked for on that last video.. Im going to watch it a million times! Thank you so much!

[@GregH_09]

Describing the steps to get started, gradually increasing confidence and the snow ski comparison when braking was awesome. This video is going to be a killer reference when trying this out, thanks! 🤘

[@MarcOppelt]

Man, please absolutely do keep making these basic technique videos. I need them. They will go along way towards keeping this T7 from having me for lunch.

[@MotologyFilms]

More to come!

[@adone111]

@@MotologyFilms Adam, could you make a a useful off-road wheelie tutorial with the T7?

[@freidrichnietzsche6643]

Love your videos mate! Keep them coming! “Training for the fight you hope never comes”… well said. Fundamentals first, blocking and tackling, skills skills skills, then goooo faaast!!!

[@wartdog345]

Adam has such a clear way of speaking. Have become addicted to all of his vids. Def going to pay into his channel for more

[@aaabbb6955]

So glad to see this turn into a series, awesome stuff, thank you for teaching us and helping us turn into better riders

[@beardedbikerkhan]

I was searching for this and now This is going to be my next exercise. 🎉❤

[@beardedbikerkhan]

Oh My God!! Thank you Adam!!❤️

[@nomadben]

I just discovered your videos, and these are some of the most informative motorcycle tutorials I've ever seen. Thank you!!

[@konxx8280]

I have so much FUN watching & listening! Thanks for all. Keep on doing this. Here in Germany almost no possibility to go offroad.......

[@loomspace]

I rode for decades before I started doing skills drills, thought they’d be boring and pointless but i regret not doing them from the beginning. That film of you ripping the fire roads is 👌

[@randommovement674]

Oh my days. I've never had the confidence (or technique) to transfer my manualling ability on a mountain bike across to my adventure bike. Your simple, clear way of explaining throttle chopping, etc has enabled me to finally crack it. No massive wheelies but enough to transform my riding. Cheers!

[@AutoDIY]

Thank you for sharing your expertise, you are a very good and natural instructor. These skills will not only save many of us, but they will help us have more fun, and look cool doing it. You sir are rad.

[@jt_handle_1234]

You are a VERY good rider. I just went from a sport bike to a middle weight adv bike, and I have A LOT to learn.

[@motoadventure2539]

Amazing video! So stoked to have found this channel. Exactly the sort of thing the adventure riding community needs.

[@KD-rs8il]

I watched so many training videos but this teacher has something more that makes the approach to the exercises so Zen. Thank you from France.

[@gerdmueller4095]

great video with many helpful details ! thank you very much ! btw. I travelled form 2012 till 2016 by pushbike from Munich to Singapore and around Australia , Perth to Perth and Tassie (1,5years) then I lived one year in Auckland . since 2019 I am back on motobike and own a BMW R1250 GSA and a Husqvarna 701.... I highly enjoy offroad , but there is still a lot of "room for improvement". I really like your way to explain all steps and will follow your channel for sure ...wish you all the best ! cheers from Germany

[@JeffJeno1000]

After watching this a few weeks ago, and getting out and putting this all together, it was the missing link in my riding, always wheel spin and no lift. No dramas popping it up on the road, but on gravel I sucked. Cheers Adam. Jeff, Pinjarra.

[@sprintermaximus]

As a new rider to dirt, I really appreciate these videos buddy. Thanks for these. Cheers from stateside.

[@outdoors-university]

Enduro is the mother of learning how to ride a bike!!! Great video my brother!!! Stay safe and have fun!

[@davelarson4697]

Thanks, Adam! Got a chance to try the first steps today on my Tiger 900. Just little squirts on and off the throttle on some dirt and muddy road. Having the technique in mind changed it from a fluttery-tummy ride to just having some fun. Managed the loft the wheel a bit a few times. Keep em coming!

[@bosoceansport2068]

This stuff is gold. Listen hard everyone if you want to improve your riding. Master teacher right here 🙌🏾

[@MatheusFerreira-lg3pl]

This is one for the best videos on lofting I’ve ever seen! Thanks man. Hope to meet you in person and learn from you one day!

[@tazyt3388]

Your right again mate gotta get the front up aye a lot of these new big thumpers are front heavy and don’t let you turn of the traction aids completely you gotta force it practice it , my transalps awsome for this had to firm up the front she pops up a treat now ,get out there and ride .great vid as always adsy cheers

[@FreddyNietzsche.]

Hi Adam, Your analogy with a ski really brought it home to me. Great video , thanks.

[@zlackbiro]

You are amazing speaker and teacher... 🙂 I am 37 and i recently bough a dirtbike for the first time. I have a lot of experiance driving the offroad bicycle and practical work in nature with tractors and cars. Locking front wheel on opstacles can be deadly and can damage front suspension of a car, bike, etc. Rear wheel can forgive you everything, front will not. For dirtbikes, as faster you go, wheels need to be free with no locking and braking on opstacles or curves. Bike has enough weight and inertia to correct your mistake under the normal conditions. The knowledge how physics works can help a lot. For young people, skills are important. For us, older ones, we can understand from our experiance. I found myself that i can predict whats gonna happend without any professional skills only because I am familiar with how things work in practice. These days, i practicing how to brake with front wheel only and front wheelie. Damn, its hard to predict how surface will react. Grass, dirt, mud, snow, sand... 😀

[@eomat]

Absolutely love your ability to teach. Simple no nonsense sprinkled with some humorous quips. Your videos are fantastic.

[@mancavemoto]

The ski analogy was a brilliant way to explain it

[@PennPhysics]

Started watching your channel to learn more about off-road riding. But you offer so much more. Thanks for sharing your wisdom in many arenas like traveling light, classic bikes, and now concussions. A real resource for all riders.

[@ricoreyes6044]

I've been ADV riding for about 20 years and I love watching these videos. Just listening to something I've learned through experience (often the hard way) explained so perfectly is really satisfying. It's like "yes, that's exactly what it's like!" Also, although I'm still learning new stuff all the time, I used to be more deliberate about honing one particular skill at a time. These videos help me focus on making that a willful activity instead of just going out for a ride.

[@Kevintherubiconjeep]

I was just thinking i need a Riemann1 fix...

[@toddwmac]

Thanks Adam...great stuff as always. Wish I would have found your many years ago when I bought my 1st dirt bike...my KTM 990. It is still my favorite bike off-road bike and your tips help me manage this wonderful beast much more effectively. Much appreciation!

[@charliel.3865]

I’d call myself an experienced rider but although I did several off road trainings, I always wondered how to loft the front wheel. With your video, I think I can make it! Thanks a lot. You have a new follower😊!

[@Coatsey007]

Adam, your videos are very helpful, much appreciated and to be able to do it first thing in the morning in your pj's is all the more impressive. Ripper Mate. 👌🏽😁

[@HondaWanderer]

Great explanation. I tried popping the front a few days ago (in my last video) - for a wooden bridge with a sharp elevation change, but I just couldn't do it. Now I see why. I'm waiting to get some offroad tyres as I only have stock tyres which are crap, then I'm going out to practice this and some of the other techniques you've taught me. Cheers Adam!

[@SimmiJonsson]

I am fairly new to offroad riding and this is the best video I have seen so far on the subject on youtube! Thank you!

[@frasermoffatt1817]

This is the best description/breakdown that I've seen so far. And I've tried a lot of stuff. Last time I tried to clear a log (18") with my F8GS, I ended up in hospital with broken ribs and a broken foot. With this video, I think I (and my two new titanium screws) could attempt this method and not kill myself. THANK YOU!

[@frednerk2127]

I agree with all your techniques Adam, but the best method I've found after nearly 70+ off road bikes is simply to back of the speed. Your not racing the Dakar. Or making a youtube vid. Especially if your doing a multi day ride. Love your vids mate. Have excellent content for new and experienced riders.

[@MusicalMemeology]

This is a awesome thank you. Top notch content that will hopefully save some injuries and money.

[@HenryTheGerman]

Cannot be explained and demonstrated in a better way - great video, many thanks, Adam.

[@mariusmartinsen2064]

I find this guy yesterday. I do watch now all his videos. F so addictive 🤣 Thanks for sharing tips & tricks with us 🙏

[@bigbadelmo]

Concepts, metaphors, break downs...you're a skilled training communicator Adam. You may have hit pay dirt here!

[@andrewonmyway8184]

You got the knack to explain riding technology in such an incredible way Adam. You are indeed a super orator. I don’t have a fine Ténéré like yours., only roads bikes but after watching the fun vids you make my back is starting to itch, badly…

[@todtalk3912]

This is absolutely the best demonstration of how to quickly pop the front up. Excellent video

[@dcaonoek]

its so interesting how often adding or maintaining power is the answer to better outcomes. Hard breaking upsets so much balance in nearly any machine.

[@1998TDM]

Your ability to describe the dynamics and technique is fantastic. Even more impressive is how you break down the practice to get the techniques cemented. I've watched a few clinics by top hard enduro riders and they haven't quite broken techniques down as well as you are. I doff my cap, sir. I'm a conservative rider and have confidence struggles trying to improve my riding, stuff like big logs across the trail. Got the technique but not the balls. A big log caught me out one day and I had to hit it on the fly, for some reason my brain focused on where I needed to be rather than fixating on the obstacle. In a blink I was over it like Toni Bou, I was more shocked than if i had crashed. Been my go to ever since, where do I need to put the bike after the obstacle?

[@PencilProper]

Mate you are a godsend, such a good teacher and you have a way of explaining things.

[@jimmydunga1210]

Really good info here, If you are finding it a bit daunting on a big bike maybe worth having a look at a trials experience your local area you will be guided through the whole technique on the lightest bikes going and its all transferable. I found it very helpful myself

[@cloud9847]

As always, on all your videos I watch, thank you so much for your time and expertise.

[@pedrogalina660]

Please continue to make videos like this! You are bringing a ton of value! A lot of us here are looking to learn these valuable techniques and have no one to teach us. You are an incredible rider, teach us!!!

[@jonascarlsson4908]

Hi Adam! Thank you so much for explaining such basic, yet tricky, things. After 30 years in the saddle I’ve almost always neglected the suspension. Now I feel stupid and smarter at the same time:-) Thanks again!

[@JuliusPedersen]

Just wanted to say thanks for all these videos. As a new offroad rider (on a T7), these videos are invaluable for me. Can't say I've mastered anything yet, but I have direction. Thanks a lot!

[@eyeperture]

Best practical lesson ever, right on the point and basic principle with no over exaggeration. Love it

[@MrSaabEddy]

I should have stick in your technique. Tried like Birch. Happened just like you said - "It will propably cost you an injury or a lot of money". A great vid! Thank you!

[@MaxPowerFilthcrud]

I love your videos. Your tutorials aren't just descriptions of how something should feel when done right. You present the necessary steps to work for that perception yourself. Now I only need to find dirt to practice on... Cheers from Germany.

[@opskip7828]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! We appreciate your time and effort sharing your knowledge. Keep it coming.

[@mattrobinson898]

With all the rain around Australia in the last year this is good to learn, here in broken Hill the tracks are hard pact and full of washouts and loose creek sand

[@notesonwheels]

This is one of the BEST videos I have ever seen. What a class mate, what a class.Will make sure to follow the rest of the videos since I switched to a large 950 pumpkin.

[@Spyros.ts13]

this is gold if you are a beginner, and good reminder if you are experienced

[@heartworm35]

I really love how you explain clearly and rationally technics, equipments and everything related to riding off road, that i forgot a bit with time, and it reminds me to think of refreshing some skills before the season, love your videos too, good sound, quality images and editing, nice narrations, keep up the good work !!

[@philwdba]

Thanks Mate - I am still nervous but I will try each level as you suggested . Really appreciate it

[@stephenmett3929]

Great video! I like the recent direction you are going with more "How-To" videos. Regarding this technique the big bike seems to require more technique to loft the front wheel than it does on a 450. For me, it works better if I have the engine spinning a bit before trying to bring it up, where as on a 450 will lift the front end right off idle.

[@elitouring]

I've just been looking for this kind of tutorial, thank you, very well explained and edited, I love the part where you compare it to the plane landing, it makes much sense.

[@mcurt7]

I bought a dr650 after I watched your Nepal trip, thanks man I am enjoying learning to ride off road

[@deanhenthorn8674]

That was the first technique video I have watched of yours. It was very very good and I am an advanced rider. Excellent presentation and gradual learning advice.

[@duncan7494]

Couldn’t come at a better time. Just bought my Tenere 700 yesterday upgrading from my DRZ400s. Cheers from California 🤙🏻

[@klimistsakiridis2409]

You sir are a gem! Thank you so much for all these videos. I'm a beginner adv rider that wants to get more into off road riding and I can't express how motivational these tutorials are. Thank you!

[@thomasjoseph4718]

what a superb set of instructional videos,. Expressed clearly and well. Wish I was an off road rider.

[@stacymahaney6704]

Awesome breakdown of the best steps to take to learn the skills to clear bigger obstacles. No extra BS (thank you!), just straight-to-it good info. Thanks for sharing.

[@tommeyer6033]

Yep, this incremental approach makes a huge difference. Thanks.

[@RobboRobinson]

Been there , done it and it works even on an RT1200 BMW over a set of kerbs and not a single bent wheel to be seen or damage to the bike which was a job bike. Great vid Adam 👍

[@robertn.8651]

Thank you very much for your lessions my mentor :) I have another simple question. Can I use the same techniques with my XRV750 (affectionately known as the “Warhorse”) as with the Tenere? For example, is the “wheel-pop-up” exercise the same with the XRV? Or do I have to work with the clutch because of the lower power? Greetings from cold Germany :)

[@tabuleirocmd]

There´s no secret, it´s called talent! At the same time that I admire it, I want to say that many don´t have this talent (me included).

[@ecalzo]

Incredible explanation .. i just realized and understood what i could not in the last years .. thanks

[@furkanyuce2742]

bro this guy is master. I love to watch his videos

[@DorkintheRoad]

LOVING these Tenere vids!

[@TheCowSD]

You're better at explaining and demonstrating than mototrek. Thank you for these videos. You improved my riding a lot. Still sprained my knee, but it's been healing quickly lol

[@braapt7]

Really nice and useful explanations. No time filling boring fake talk, just the core with nice examples. Well done! 😎👍

[@airmotivewelding8012]

Thanks very much for this content! The explanation, on the hoof, is inspiring. Your skills both on the bike and ability to explain what you are doing, while doing it, is key. Big bike, and gaining confidence incrementally is a must. Cheers from Oregon USA

[@MarianChicu]

my god, I never wanted the Alpinestars pyjamas more than now :). You're doing a fantastic job here Adam, absolute gem of a channel. Though I know no bits of adventure or riding (newb on the street only), your videos make me want to get off the road :).

[@athleticintelligence8975]

This has been an eye opener. Well explained and demonstrated. The safety aspect is emphasised, and I can see the value of learning this skill. Thank you for sharing.

[@MrRickrm]

Adam great training again. My third time watching this particular video. I think I finally may have figured out what I'm doing wrong. One thing I would ask of you is to utilize some slow motion on your training its hard for me to properly visualize well your technique as it happens too fast. Please keep up the good work.

[@Kee_Didnt]

Dude this stuff is magic. You're such a great teacher and I feel like people don't talk about this stuff enough!

[@andywelsh9911]

👏👏👏 Great breakdown. Key skill for trail riding and one that I've never managed to transition from trail to adv bike. 2023 is the year 🙂

[@elirenigar9357]

This is incredibly helpful to me. I can manhandle a small bike enough to make it do what I want, but I’m short and my KLR is huge.

[@mediocreman2]

This is great advice. I think I can even apply this knowledge to my small bikes like Trail 110 that don't even have the power to lose traction.

[@Xplorer.Adventures]

The "blue" Chris Birch. Nobody expected - everyone needed 😍

[@michaellaughlin3962]

Best channel on KZbin.