If its spinning when you clutch it, try on concrete and not asphalt. Also, try rolling into the throttle first before clutching it. Ie: don't let off the throttle then squeze the clutch, rev it up and dump. if its stock height swb you should be able to clutch it anywhere in 2nd really, but your bike makes the most torque between 7-9k. If you roll into the throttle first then clutch it, it will come up. QUICK

 

if its spinning when you clutch it, try on concrete and not asphalt. Also, try rolling into the throttle first before clutching it. Ie: Don't let off the throttle then squeze the clutch, rev it up and dump. If its stock height swb you should be able to clutch it anywhere in 2nd really, but your bike makes the most torque between 7-9k. If you roll into the throttle first then clutch it, it will come up. Quick

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You have a first Gen?

I've watched a million YouTube vids and I still struggle on my 3rd Gen. I think I'm not grabbing my sac and giving it enough juice??? But most folk say "be in the power band." What ever that is for your bike. I'm guessing more like 6-9k rpms??? For a power wheelie. And with the clutch I've heard throttle the bike like norm and clutch it at the same time. This guy has a good vid. Check it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rjotp1ZeWwo

He also has a 2nd gear vid. This one is 1st gear wheelies. He is on a 600 tho. So you would think ours would be cake? Here is another one with 1000cc bike.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAWncDZZTYw

Good luck!!!

 

ive got no problem pulling wheelies with no clutch in gears 1 2 and 3. i can lift it up with power in 4th and 5th but cant get it up high enough/am going too fast for me not to be scared trying it in the first place! if i can power the bike up, you should be able to clutch it up. we have same mods. not that it should matter much.

 

I have to short shift 1-3 at about 10,500 cause the front end comes up at about 7000. It hangs about a foot off of the ground. when it hits 10,500 it lifts further. So i shift to the next gear with the clutch(no clutch and it lifts further). It does this in 1-3. When I shift into 4th at about 120, the front pops back off of the ground. it will hold it there for a while but won't lift further. I am not a big person so I am sure that helps. But I have never once had to use the clutch on my bike to lift the front.

 

there is no problem doing power wheelies at all but where is the fun in that, and yes bgmagma i have been trying to roll on while popping the clutch aswell but the rear just starts spinning, sure its all good and fun but not when i want to get teh front up.. think i might have to just get some new rubber, was thinking michelin power one, anyone tried em? well that or something just as sticky since the old 2ct that i have just dont cut it btw its stock height and swb, not tried concrete but then again i would like to be able to get it up on normal roads..

 

If you can traction problem clutching in 2nd. then power it up in 1st then click 2nd. Thats what I always used to do..

 

oh btw, 4th gear clutch ups seems to work wonders but still running a tad fast when i get near the revline

 

Let some air out the tire and sit further back on the seat...

GEN III; I can only wheelie 1st gear, sometimes 2nd...

I can wheelie my buddies 07 CBR1000 and my other friends 06 GSXR1000, easier than my own bike...

My buddy who rides an 04 636 can wheelie my bike in 2nd no problem...

 

dropped the rear tire down to about 32 psi and still had the same problems, still thinking i just have to get some real sticky rubber on it since i dont want to power it up, clutching it up is what im used to and usualy i get longer and more controlled wheelies that way, i do power em up every now and then but its allways nice to be able to get the front end up quick when your on a short strech and whatnot

 

might add that i did not have any problems before i went -1 +2 when it came to traction, well i would get that odd burnout every once and a while untill i got the tire all warmed up (takes ages it seems)

 

ive clutched every gen in 1,st 2nd, and 3rd with no issues on stock gearing. If you are spinning either your suspension may be set off, your form is off, or you are giving it too much clutch. Its you not the bike though.

 

I'm lowered 2" in the rear and I power up in 2nd no problem I am also 16/41

 

Most guys will loop a swb bike before they make them spin like that. Weird!

 

What is the temperature outside? If the roads are below 45 degrees its gonna be hard to wheelie unless you are keeping your tires warm (unlikley) if ur riding in 50 degree weather.

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Well its not really warm or anything. I live in norway been trying all sorts of diffrent ways to clutch it up now but its either a minor lift or full out spinn so im thinking the rubber is old and hard

 

That would be my first guess to something that makes no sense.

I ride differently, different stance on bike, so...I got nothing.

For me it is power wheelies, just a common event. Get on the gas to make a pass,
Road with rise and fall in it (like frost heaves) = front wheel in the air.

Nice to hear from Norway ccasion1

 

cold streets deinitely help the tires spin, alot!
I'm -1+3, and I've got to work real hard to keep the front end down...I can clutch it up in 1st-3rd no prob whatsoever....
Not impying rudeness, but it's definitely you and not the bike.

Sit further back, and just try different combos of clutch out speed and throttle control, first is a lil violent but between 45-60is, the bike should come up fast but smooth...

Good luck with it and let us know how you work out the issues...

Beautiful bike BTW from your avatar pic!!! Green/green is my favorite color combo ever!!!

 

One other thing remember its "slipping" the clutch. Try not to just dump all hell out of the clutch lever, its being a little too violent and snapping ur rear end loose. Just try coming off it a little more gently, swiftly release it vs. dumping it

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Practice makes perfect...

 

You need to get a new tyre. A tyre that is healthy will not spin if you clutch it. You can still have rubber left but the tyre can be done. /Hobbe

 

This thread is almost disturbing. A 50 hp ninja 250 can be clutched up. I can power up my 08 in 3rd gear. Something is majorly wrong with technique or there's somethings wrong with your bike.

 

Talk to me Goose. What your technique? Show me the money!!!


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Man drop tire pressure and stand up on the pegs...preload it up and slam that shit. I dont need clutch first 3 gears...u might want to htfo!

 

Either it's too cold or your tires and shot. Oh and here's another tip if you're not doing it already: cover the rear brake

 

Forgot to update.. after popping on a set of pirelli supercorsa sp v2 i can clutch it up in anny gear from 1st thru 4th without having any problems with the rear slipping. Loving it !

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Thanks for updating and finishing your thread! Glad to know what the problem was...

 

I have the same setup -1+2 and the original tire from the factory in 05 that is about to get changed. Bought the bike with low miles last year all original. Tire is almost balled know and will spin 1,2,3 at 6500 rpms. All I do is clutch wheelies. Clutch it at 4500 rpms in 3rd. Just before the power band starts at 5500 rpms to 6000. So when you release the clutch you are just in the low part of the power band. 6500 rpms or less. Should pop right up with no wheel spin. 3rd is way smoother than 2nd. 2nd can be a little radical and twitchy. Lower rpms and she won't spin as bad. My tire is shoot and will always spin in 2nd. So i us 3rd. Hope this helps. Take your time and Practice.


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There is no problem now with the new tire so its all good

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You get a deal on the tires? Where? This is my first liter bike and want to put some good skins on. Sick of this worn out one. I know it is hindering my performance. Same situation.


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