HOW TO RIDE AN ELECTRIC WHEEL
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
- The learning curve is steep, but most people can get riding in a few hours. A COMPLETE beginners guide to learning to ride an electric unicycle for the first time.
0:36 Gear and Prep
1:16 Mounting and Dismounting
2:00 Rock and Roll
2:15 One footed glide
2:41 Going along the wall / railing
3:21 Assisted riding
4:42 One small leap
7:54 Free yourself
8:57 Final thoughts
Black wheel: Inmotion v8
White wheel: Ninebot E+
Music:
Sexy by bensound | www.bensound.com
The Improv by DJ Quads | / aka-dj-quads - Jak na to + styl
No intro, no sponsored segment, no BS, just tutorial. 👏
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When you spend a 1,000+ on your first EUC..... then you get on it for the first time and say to yourself "What the **?? have I done" 🤣🤣
LOL. Dear God I hope not, because I just might be saying that in a few days.
@@txslow6 It's probably what everyone says lol, it's just the learning curve, I kept at it & have been riding my V8 for over 2½ year's, even take it off-roading 😁
@@genx156 Hi, is the V8 good? Should i buy one now for 950euro?
@@popeyepanther4519 The V8 is a great all round wheel, I've had mine for well over 2years - I think I paid about €1000 for the 480wh (refreshed version) - still going great & being one of the most popular wheels you can get spares easily 👍
I just had that exact thought a few days ago!
I don't even ride these things but the content is very enjoyable. Subbed!
Same.
Good presenter, quality content. Subscribed.
@@theBoonarmies WHAT ARE THOOSE SHOES?
Best ting ever ..also
Same here
same. If I had any talent I'd try.
I learned how to ride my KingSong 16X in 15 minutes. I put ten miles on it 30 minutes after that. I’m a month into owning my very first EUC and I now have around 600 miles so far. I absolutely love this damn thing. If you are watching this video then you may have already ordered your electric unicycle and I’m here to tell you that you made the right decision.
I have been looking at these for so long I am not if I want a one wheel GT or a uni wheel one like these but these go a little faster which is what I want.
Ok tough guy
TBH, I like my onewheels more. Got both same time (KS S16 pro). Onewheels are just more "fun". Their superpower is going slow and loitering around an area. EUC is better for getting somewhere--unless their are high winds! Bicycle/scooter is most practical for occasional riders
@@W4RD1N8ERthis is coming from a onewheel GT rider, get an EUC. I still love my onewheel but if you want range and true freedom, the EUC can get you far.
54 years old tried holding on to the wall, tried using grocery cart. Then I just went for it and am proud to say I have been riding my gotway Nikola all over Milwaukee Wisconsin!
Grocery cart as in pushing one while u ride? Gotta try that
at 58 years old i just got my first ever euc, the ninebot s1. used your tutorials and am kind of riding within the hour. thanks for your helpful hints and videos.
Hey, I don’t feel so old getting my first one at 54 this week. Got a V8. Came close to riding on mr first go yesterday.
best tutorial so far.
Im 51 years and perhaps its not late to learn something new, looks so much fun to ride ...
@@Lerxst3333 me too
Does it stress your knees ? I’m 55 with mild athrytis in my knees just wondering if my knees could take the strain.
Dude I bought this over 4 years ago and on my first try I broke my thumb.. and never again and then I bought a ONEWHEEL then a BAJABOARD witch is my favorite but now watching your video on the new board 45 mph and watching this video... you finally gave me the courage to give it another shot.. and so far it’s my 4th day and so far so good... THANK YOU BROTHER!
Keep up the great work brother I believe in ya
@Mannie Illescas different people have different preferences. I have an EUC (inmotion v11) but I still respect onewheel riders
Got my first wheel today. V10f. If you can find a 20-30 foot narrow hall where you can reach both sides with your arms, it can really help with learning to move forward and backwards pretty confidently without fear of falling over. Maybe tape some padding to the sides of the pedals though so they don't scratch the walls / floor. Also made learning the whole staying in one spot by quickly moving forward and back pretty easy. I'd suggest taking loads of breaks. Do it for 10-15 minutes at a time then take a break for a few hours. Next time you get on it, many of the wobbles will be gone. I'm guessing it's because you're using a lot of muscles you're not used to that tire out quickly, and your brain continues processing what you went through unconsciously while you rest.
Man, that was actually thrilling to see her learn how to ride in one session, nicely done you both!
Nice one Kuji, I tried to teach my dad this way but he’s too stubborn. I let him try on grass for about 10 min, free mounting and cartwheeling (68yrs old too) then had him use me as a “wall”. Took him about an hr to be able to ride around the soccer field and about a week to feel confident enough to go on a proper ride. Once he was comfortable around cars, maybe a month or so of twice a week rides I took him off road. I can’t stress enough how fast you can get better if you get out onto some technical dirt trails.
I’m so happy I stumbled on this hobby. It’s given my dad and I a safer way to play vs canyon carving on sport bikes. These things can toss ya off, it can hurt and you may even break something but ya should live to apex another day!
He has about 1000 miles under him now and riding on pavement is second nature. I haven’t been able to try to teach anyone else, my friends think they are cool and know it would be fun, just think they will get hurt. Next time I find a taker I’m making them watch this before hand.
Great wheel tutorial and the best way of flirting I have ever seen.
Everyone needs a "Wall Friend".
@@user936 and dexcription - Music:
Sexy by bensound
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Later that night 4:33
@@coljjw4019 gives new meaning to unisex.
Good instructor! Loved the part when he picked up that she was worried about damaging the machine and went on to show her that it isn't a big deal.
That made me laugh. Just pushing it over lol
yeah.. you buy a new shiny EUC and your instructor smashes scrathes it "Dont worry we eill make you look like pro and not a noobie" lol
@@TheSerious28 lol I'm sure that thing is built to withstand common falls. And c'mon if you are a noob you are going to scratch up your first electric unicycle.
It's like if you are learning how to skateboard but protecting it like it's your iPhone. You probably ain't going to get too far learning how the board.
wow excellent tutorial!!! you are right about free mounting, I always tell people to slightly push off when mounting.
remembered it took me 3 days when i tried learning it on my own. this gal took an hour. congrats!
Thanks! I totally used this video to learn to ride. Even got foam pads for my shins and ankles. Took me about 4 hours to go from absolutely nothing to riding paved bike paths with confidence. I owe you one!!
Thanks Kuji! This was the only tutorial I used to learn to ride and was doing circles around a cul-de-sac after 3 sessions totaling maybe 45 minutes. I was WAY shakier on my first "no-wall" effort than the woman here, but after playing around some more I am riding with few wobbles - until I need to turn. Still learning how to do that consistently smooth. Would love another video about technique that goes beyond what you show here. :)
Definitely appreciated how succinct the video was compared to other tutorials out there.
Thanks for this Kuji. As an absolute beginner this is by far the best tutorial I've come across. Made a massive difference to my learning experience - keep up the good work...
One of the better tutorials out there. I just got a 16x and im learning throuhh trial and error, its time to watch a video and learn it forreal!
Dude, you rock thank you so much for your videos I purchased mine from someone else who purchased it broke his thumb on the same day he got it and his father told him that he had to sell it and I was the person who purchased it and because of you and your videos and your adrenaline your speed in the way you taught her I am now super stoked, thanks again man I hope that you are well and family
So proud of her for not giving up. Great job you are a good guy for helping her until she got it. 🇺🇸👍🏼
Pretty cool tutorial; after watching this I would attempt to ride one.
You're a great teacher. I'm totally saving your videos for when I get mine.
Terrific video. Very good teacher, video, relaxed approach, avoided lingo and jargon, no cursing. Thank you.
One of the best tutorial for beginners like me (72 years old). Congratulations! Thanks!
You still riding your EUC?
Great Video! Very informative. I Just picked up my first wheel last night started learning how to ride. These pointers will definitely help me build my basic riding skills. Keep up the great vids!
Great beginner tutorial. I don't think enough people talk about the hunching tendency and the importance of keeping your back straight.
Nice video. The lady is a good sport for doing the video while she is learning.
I just want to say that all of your reviews are suuuuper clear, concise and very thorough . ^_^
Got my v10f one week ago, this definitely helped me, thanks for posting!
Are you satisfied with your v10?
@@popeyepanther4519 absolutely. I kept it for about a year, put 1500km on it and then sold it to a friend and got a KS16x b/c I wanted a bit more range and speed. I was very happy with it though.
Thank you for this! Hope to get one of these next summer. Can't wait! :)
Very informative. This is what I needed to see.
First: I love that you started by suggesting to adjust tire pressure - It's the kind of thing I doubt most people think about on any pneumatically tired vehicle, and gets people thinking about dynamics rather than just getting on and riding.
Second: two possible suggestions from a motorcyclist who had you come up in the suggs (Inmotion suspension test, #algorithm) who has never ridden any kind of unicycle, but is now thinking strongly about getting one after one video -
1) I think you said it and she seems to mention it, but KEEP YOUR EYES UP/focused on where you want to go. Motorcycle general wisdom is that you will go where you are looking - looking down equals falling down.
2) BREATHE - this is the most general advise ever, but it may be the most generally overlooked. Held breath is the doorway to anxiety. We tend to do so when "trying hard" or "trying to focus".
(goes to look up e-wheels for beginners)
I wonder if you should try to use a hoverboard first. They have two wheels, but the idea of planking forward to go forward is the same as Unicycle. I have a feeling hoverboards are very easy to learn, and i know 6 year olds ride them like nothing.
I'm not saying it's exactly the same, there's differences for sure.
@@sergeya4989I only just had this thought, I used to commute on a hoverboard when I was in school so im pretty familiar with using my weight to move. I feel like the hardest part would be nailing balance at a stop, cause you don't have the lateral stability of having parallel wheels.
That's an amazing way to learn! Thanks for sharing.
I love the format and feeling your videos convey, keep at it :) safe travels ofcourse.
Great vid! I'll start my training next month, when I'll be on vacations
I hope to learn as fast she did
The best training video for EUC.
Just made me think of getting one for commuting. Nice vid bro! Keep it up!
Best training session video
I came from a Boosted Board, Xiaomi M365, and a OneWheel. I just got a used KingSong 14S and its a learning curve. This video helped alot and I will go out and try again
I NEVER knew this gadget existed until two days ago. Found the other video from Kuji about the fast uni. I'm totally getting one of these.
Thank you brother I've enjoyed watching this
Excellent tutorial!! You make it look so easy. Damn! I want a EUC now!!
I've watched a bunch of tutorials, and this was the last one before I actually tried riding my first EUC. I kept hearing your instructions in my head, and eventually it clicked. Still got a lot to learn, but at least I can do a decent distance in the parking lot. Thanks!
Nice man! What did you end up getting as you first wheel?? Mine comes in a week or two and I am so excited.
@@benjaminhobbs2623 I went with Inmotion V8F, which I loved! Only problem was my desire to ride often outlasted the battery. I’ve since upgraded to a KingSong KS-16X. What are you getting?
@@alsojohnson Love it! I have heard nothing but good things about the 16X. Think me wise or foolish but I went with the Veteran Sherman. It gets here in a week or two 😬 I know it will be a monster to learn on but once I can finally ride, I am hoping it will prevent me from buying multiple wheels and save me money in the long run.
@@benjaminhobbs2623 Wow, mad respect man! From everything I've seen and read, the Veteran won't leave you wanting (well, maybe suspension?). Congratulations!
I have found using a chain link fence like at a baseball field works great because the grass creates more friction, it's a softer landing in case of a fall, and the chain link fence is an excellent gripping tool for finding your balance
I had been trying for about 2hrs on and off to ride my V5, I kept feeling like I was starting over every time I would take a break and the try again. Not to mention my feet would KILL me after 5-10 mins. I finally decided to try wearing work boots and placing my feet more forward on the pedals with my toes "hanging" over the front of the pedals. I could instantly finally ride and even turn with those small changes! Moral of the story, don't just give up.... it IS possible, try different things, everyone gets things just a little different! Thanks for the video Kuji even tho you seemed to have disappeard from the tubes!
Extremely patient man. I like you bro , you’re cool.
You had a very pleasant student. Made for a good tutorial.
Great video! Quite impressive that you taught her in an hour and a half. Your approach to teaching was practical and to the point. It took me 4 hours total to learn at one hour a day. I learned by trial and error.
Thank you, thank you a decent beginner video, waiting on my v12 ht, will be training in my large garage .
Nice! It took me like 3x longer to learn this back in early 2017. I remember I had to learn turning on left and right separately.
So happy when she got to the wall, nice job!
Very useful step by step progress...I'm optimistic now!
Nice! Super useful. 👍👍
I learned unicycling with this video. Thanks.
I have a xiaomi hovercraft thing and was one footing it today. This looks like the logical next step. Subbed.
Awesome video, thanks for posting
great tutorial! looking forward to learning this
happy for all you fast learners! But I struggled and I never gave up on a 2.5 inch wide tire. I think that makes all the difference, 3' inch tire minimum .But as time goes goes on, I feel disciplined on a 2.5 inch tire because I have no room for error.And I ninja sense my tire pressure. I have a homie on ninebot 3' tire, learned fast, got on my king song 18XL whole different beast . I said I told you. that loose dirt on a 2.5 inch tire is like ice.
Practice for 5-10 minutes at a time with 5 minute breaks. It will help your brain "get it". (You can learn with a friend!)
Practice on solid ground. Carpet or grass are hard to learn on!
Like a bicycle, you need to go fast enough... Aim for a fast walking pace.
Good luck and have fun!
thats not an average parking lot,that blast door look impresive,it seems like you are in a nuclear bunker
I was about to say why is there a Bank vault door in that parking garage lmaooo
All parking lots here in china have those blast doors, they double as emergency shelters
@@Hect0rx China is preparing for a nuclear war? :D
@@procc. It's a defense
@@procc. HOW DO CONTROL SPEED?
thanks, getting ready to learn myself! this is helpful.
As a noob here's my thoughts from today when I actually got moving and balanced (my second hour ever). Use your chin as the acceleration pedal. Chin out more, faster you go. Chin back in, slow down. This really helps me shift my CofG and my toes naturally balance me. Just a thought for you. Everything you covered was spot on and heck this sport is amazing. Levitation just like in my dreams !!!
Brilliant tip Gazza - made a difference immediately. And automatically brings you CofG without having to think about it. A massive step forward in learning. Many thanks for posting...
Great video! I'm still struggling with how to teach others how to ride my EUC. It takes about an hour but I just wish there was an easier way.
Hi jimmy
+Jimmy Chang, Your video of teaching that kid and running into the two high schoolers and them riding was what got me to keep watching more videos. Your kids riding so effortlessly on all your toys even better! You make it possible for all to enjoy
I found videos like this really useful when I started learning... I hated that saying "It'll just click" haha but it does!! and then its just this amazing floaty feeling... As always nice video Kuji :)
yeah, it totally "just clicks" once you get your muscle memory to respond fast enough to swing the wheel back underneath you. At first you have to think about it, but then once you can reduce that time just a little... everything falls together subconsciously.
Wow another fine video very motovating
6:39 congratulations, huge achievement and more later in the video. Wow, looking into unicycles myself for the future
That's a smile of adrenaline if I ever saw it lol. Well done good video keep it up
This is super cool and fun to watch. I would want to learn this on a date or with friends
So amazing 👍. Love it ❤
Nice job! Every ride gets easier
I'm buying one soon and this video gives me hope I can ride one. Thanks for the video I love your content 💯💙😎💪
KUJI, YOU ARE AN EXCELLENT TEACHER.
Great tutorial! I know how to ride a unicycle because of watching this
Wish I saw this before starting to ride for the first time yesterday lol, I definitely went the crash course route through this
Great tutorial
One funny thing about learning to ride is.... you only get that feeling once. That first time, or those first few rides are so awesome. Its a great memory, make sure you enjoy your time starting out.
I learned in my apartment hallway so I recommend the "Hallway Method" to everyone who lives in an apartment building: you will have two walls on either side of you to grab, and soft carpet under you, it's much easier then learning on concrete with just one wall!
I too used the apartment technique I called it the Indy 500 as I went in circles around my apartment with two walls as I did not want to scratch my wheel. Once I took it outside I was riding in 5 minutes. Little did I know my wheel would eventually become one big scratch!
Best tutorial out there? Great job u covered 90% of the stuff I did on my own to learn
Javier Gonzalez sooo... why are you here?!
@@ntizuchi6384 what are you doing here?!
fuck off dude.
@@KujiRolls please make a video on YIKE BIKE 🙏🙏🙏
Gut gemacht!
Cool dude. Thanks for this tutorial. I have been contemplating better modes of transportation instead of the costly University parking lot fees, not to mention if you find a spot to make it to your class on time and this seems like it might just be the one. I watched some of your other videos on wheel reviews and this just may be the clincher for a final decision. Will keep an eye out for your videos in the future because these things jam. These things will both support my weight and my bag o' books too.
For slower speed, it might help to teach yaw steering via arm flailing, flail left to steer right, flail right to steer left, to steer into fall for balance and to direct the EUC. Dora does this at around 7:20 into the video, but later on, she's going fast enough for the V8 to become stable, which was Kuji's point in getting Dora to ride a bit faster on her first point to point attempts.
Very good job 👍
Great tips video...👍🏿
I love this video, I will buy an electric unicycle soon! Thank you for recording and uploading!
Hope you enjoy it!
Her voice is fantastic. Lol Greta video.. now I want a wheel
awsome video, congratulation, it took me four days.
Great video - I figured out today that a lower pressure was probably a good thing. The baseline of 1.5hrs is good for me to measure my progress. Except I'll be attempting this in my flat first before wrecking the cars in the car park!
make sure you can keep control of the wheel with your right foot so it doesnt go crashing into things! Also, make sure you dont pick up the wheel (causing the wheel to spin out fast) and then putting it back down on your floor causing burnout marks!
Shin guards (e.g., soccer/football version) work really well to alleviate the pressure on lower leg. Obviously, you need to rotate it slightly to face the wheel, not the front. I use just one on my dominant leg, and find that it really helps to take that initial control of the wheel. Set it up under your pants to avoid scratching the wheel.
Super nice tutorial! I spent 3 hours today learning my first wheel - Inmotion V11Y. Its hard. The max distance I made was like 20-25 feet. But I still dont feel comfortable at all. And yeah its very tiresome. I will try to follow couple of your advice tomorrow when practicing. Thanks again!
I got a z10 as my first wheel... its really difficult to get over the fear of falling but im gonna try these techniques and keep going!
I use soccer shin guards on the inside of my skinny legs. They were getting sore while practicing mount/dismounting. They make a big difference now because I don't hesitate to lean against the wheel as I did when I was sore. I just got my EUC at 60 years old. I gave up trying to learn to ride a skateboard because I thought I would kill myself when the board would shoot out from under me (forward or backward). This is not a problem with an EUC - only left and right, but you can just step off. I never felt at risk learning to ride my Inmotion V8. I crashed it a lot, but I haven't yet landed on anything other than my feet.
Just started riding my v10f today and I got comfortable enough to ride around the block in under 2 hours! Both it and my ankles have a few more scuffs and scrapes than when I started!
Excellent!!!
Super dope!! I been seeing these around the Bay Area and I have been thinking of getting one, I wondered how hard it was to ride
great way you explained it :)
If I was in my early 20's I think that this would be cool to try. I actually did some skydiving back in the early 90's after I turned 18.
Jeff, you'll notice a lot of comments are from older guys. One of the reasons I'm buying on is because I said the same thing as you - then slapped myself because at 57 I'm young enough.
Yes. Great video. I picked up a Tesla. My first unicycle. Trying to learn. Went out today for a while. My second time out. It kills my right knee because I need a knee replacement. But I don't give up. When I have to bail it's always behind me and I get whacked with the pedal. I think I'm trying to hard. Also I skipped the part where you control the wheel with your right foot. Where you glide on just one foot. I'm going to concentrate on that next time. I see now where that is very important. I'm just trying to get on and go. Thanks for the video. I will now follow the steps you suggest. Peace!! Steve from massachusetts.
Its really cool. Love it. She's pretty 😁👍🇳🇿
very good video.
It was the smile at the end for me.