What Is a Wheelie Machine? The Ultimate Guide for Motorcycle Enthusiasts

If you’re passionate about motorcycles, stunts, or simply improving your bike handling skills, you’ve probably come across the term “wheelie machine.” But what exactly is a wheelie machine, and why has it become a must-have for riders around the world? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive deep into the features, benefits, and uses of a wheelie machine, helping you understand why it’s the go-to tool for mastering wheelies safely and effectively.

What Is a Wheelie Machine?

A wheelie machine is a specialized training device designed to simulate the experience of performing wheelies on a motorcycle, without the risk of crashing or damaging your bike. By securely mounting your bike onto the machine, you can practice lifting the front wheel and maintaining balance in a controlled environment. This makes it an invaluable tool for both beginners and experienced stunt riders.

How Wheelie Machines Simulate Real Riding Conditions

One of the standout features of a wheelie machine is its ability to closely replicate the feel of performing a wheelie on the street. WildWheelies’ machines use a roller designed to mimic the inertia of a real motorcycle wheel. This roller is fitted with either counterweights or ratioed flywheels, which provide realistic resistance and feedback. As you practice, you’ll experience the same forces and balance challenges as you would during an actual wheelie, helping you develop true throttle control and body positioning—all in a safe, controlled environment.

Key Components of a Wheelie Machine

• Removable Wheels: Removable wheels make it easy to move and position your wheelie machine wherever you need it, whether in your garage, driveway, or workshop. Once in place, the wheels can be detached for added stability during use, ensuring a secure and safe training environment.
• Jack Stands on All Four Corners: Each corner of the wheelie machine is equipped with jack stands. These stands provide a solid, level foundation, preventing any unwanted movement while you practice. They also make it easy to adjust the height and balance of the entire machine, ensuring it’s perfectly set up for your bike and your space.
• Adjustable Roller: The roller is a core part of the wheelie machine, engineered to simulate the inertia and resistance of a motorcycle wheel on the road. Its adjustability allows you to fine-tune the amount of resistance, so you can match the feel to your specific bike and skill level. This helps create a realistic training experience and supports progressive learning.
• Air Actuated Adjustable Bike Attachment: The bike attachment system is air actuated and fully adjustable, allowing for quick and secure mounting of a wide range of motorcycles. This system adapts to both solid and hollow axles, ensuring compatibility with everything from dirt bikes to Harleys. The air actuation means you can lock your bike in place or release it with minimal effort.
• High Powered Fans: Extended wheelie practice can cause your bike to heat up quickly. That’s why WildWheelies machines include high powered fans, which keep your engine cool during long training sessions. This feature not only protects your bike but also allows you to train longer and more safely.
• Straps: Heavy-duty straps are used to secure your motorcycle to the machine. These straps prevent your bike from tipping or flipping, adding an essential layer of safety. They’re easy to adjust and release, making setup and breakdown quick and hassle-free.
• Air Actuated Ramp: The air actuated ramp is designed to absorb the impact when your front wheel comes back down, simulating the feel of landing on the road. This ramp can be adjusted for different weights and bike types, helping to protect both your motorcycle and the machine itself, and making your training experience as smooth and realistic as possible.

DIY Wheelie Machine Plans

For hands-on enthusiasts, WildWheelies offers detailed, user-friendly blueprints to build your own wheelie machine at home. Our DIY Wheelie Machine Plans are available for just $90 and include both online and hard copies. These plans are customizable, letting you tailor your machine to your specific needs and preferences, and are perfect for DIY builders who want a personalized solution.

Heavy Duty Pre-Built Machines

If you prefer a ready-to-use solution, our heavy duty wheelie machines are available for $9700 plus $500 shipping. These robust machines are designed for frequent, intense use and come packed with advanced features to support serious stunt training. You can also choose from eight different colors, allowing you to match your machine to your personal style or your bike.

4. Customization

Our blueprints and pre-built machines can be personalized, so you get a setup that matches your bike, your goals, and your style.

3. Universal Compatibility

WildWheelies machines are designed to fit almost any motorcycle, from pitbikes to Harleys, and accommodate both solid and hollow axles.

2. Skill Progression

With a wheelie machine, you can break down the learning process into manageable steps—working on throttle control, balance, and body position at your own pace.

1. Safety First

Practicing wheelies on the street or track can be risky, especially for beginners. A wheelie machine removes the danger, letting you focus on mastering technique without fear of injury or bike damage.

WildWheelies specializes in simplified, customizable wheelie machines and blueprints, making safe wheelie training accessible to riders worldwide. We’re committed to supporting a community of motorcycle enthusiasts and DIY builders, offering both detailed plans and robust pre-built machines. Our focus on innovation means there’s always a new model in the works—so you’ll always have access to the best training tools available.