45 of The BEST Dirt Bike Hacks, Tips, and Tricks - Why aren't you doing THESE?

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    Here we have 45 dirt bike tips, trick, and hacks that will save you money, time, and headaches. What more could you want? Obviously this list is not ALL of the hacks that exist. It’s the just the ones that popped into my head and I wrote down on my while board while I was brainstorming in my dirt bike shop a few days ago. These are all things that I use to make my life easier as it relates to riding and working on bikes. Of course, I know there are many more, so maybe we'll make a follow up video later. I just had to stop somewhere. I've got some little bonus ones in there too. Enjoy!
    Let me know what some of your favorite tips and tricks are down in the comments.
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  • @BSm2919
    @BSm2919 Před 4 lety +841

    I will probably remember none of these, but every single one I was thinking..."Yeah I gotta do that...Ohh another one!"

  • @nathanpelesky819
    @nathanpelesky819 Před 4 lety +343

    There was a big whole in the back of my bike that puffed air out, so i silicone it all up.

    • @chihuahuaverde425
      @chihuahuaverde425 Před 4 lety +11

      like the exhaust? ahhaha

    • @claytongoodman6203
      @claytongoodman6203 Před 4 lety +12

      chihuahua verde yeah it was a joke

    • @JohnSmith-ws6jg
      @JohnSmith-ws6jg Před 4 lety +9

      I must not be letting mine cure up good enough cuz as soon as I start it, it blows out. And mines a 2 stroke so it’s really oily

    • @nickclark93
      @nickclark93 Před 3 lety +10

      @@JohnSmith-ws6jg use flex seal and directly pour 2 hole containers into the hole. Then the hole should stop leaking and spitting out fumes.

    • @JohnSmith-ws6jg
      @JohnSmith-ws6jg Před 3 lety +2

      Nick the lick got it! Thank you for the help! 😎

  • @DirtBikeChannel
    @DirtBikeChannel  Před 4 lety +648

    I noticed that this video already has dislikes before it's even live. That makes me smile. You've got to admit that is pretty funny.

    • @kjv9890
      @kjv9890 Před 4 lety +66

      Dirt Bike Channel that’s probably because those premiere things are enjoying. You think the video is already online so you click on it but it is just a premiere thing. Those people who disliked were probably just annoyed because they couldn’t watch te video.

    • @ello-mz6om
      @ello-mz6om Před 4 lety +3

      @@kjv9890 i see no dislikes here

    • @stfuliberal
      @stfuliberal Před 4 lety +10

      Maybe its Jeff Slaven, the know it all guy. lol

    • @mixalis6168
      @mixalis6168 Před 4 lety +7

      @@stfuliberal He does know a lot.. Blokes like you, know nothing and bag others @@

    • @elgringoec
      @elgringoec Před 4 lety +3

      Effing trolls. I wish we could track em down and make em public.

  • @RW-nl9up
    @RW-nl9up Před 4 lety +273

    That WD-40 is NOT a chain lube, it’s a all in one spray. So it also does DEgreas your chain.

    • @GasGrassOrAssetto
      @GasGrassOrAssetto Před 4 lety +17

      Fortnine has two good videos on chain lubes and cleaners. Recommends using simple green and a light (20w-50 IIRC) gear oil for cleaning then lubing. Simple green cleans without penetrating the seals that trap grease on the bushings, and gear oil penetrates and protects from rust well, however it picks up more contaminants during a ride than a PTFE dry lube.

    • @PapaWheelie1
      @PapaWheelie1 Před 4 lety +28

      Man I just treat my chain like it owes me money and I get to go to dinner early not screwing around with cleaning it

    • @stephdiesel2110
      @stephdiesel2110 Před 4 lety +3

      @@PapaWheelie1 mannn thats a whole mood!!

    • @talon0863
      @talon0863 Před 4 lety +10

      Yeah WD40 washes away the lube, dries out, and leaves a sticky layer that collects abrasive dirt and sand.

    • @PapaWheelie1
      @PapaWheelie1 Před 4 lety +4

      Stephan Moore II - Lol chains are cheap. Time isn’t

  • @EricK-ch9pb
    @EricK-ch9pb Před 4 lety +50

    Even if you have a ton of experience, its always good to watch these types of videos to pickup new tricks or just remember old ones you forgot about. 👍 lol love the outtakes

  • @temporarycontemporary135
    @temporarycontemporary135 Před 4 lety +5

    Been riding for 35 years and still learned some tricks, thank's man!

  • @eijahmartin2260
    @eijahmartin2260 Před 4 lety +35

    Love the energy of this video! Makes it feel like I learned a whole lot in like 4 or 5 minutes.

  • @stevemurray8063
    @stevemurray8063 Před 4 lety +10

    Perfect pace for this kind of video! Well done. I watched to the end and didn't skip ahead or sigh once. :) Thanks Kyle.

  • @anthonywfarley
    @anthonywfarley Před 3 lety +2

    Kyle, I stumbled upon your channel a few months ago and I have to say "Thank You!"
    I have become a #1 FAN. Thank you for the awesome tips and your videos.

  • @Dirtpoorhomesteader
    @Dirtpoorhomesteader Před 3 lety +1

    You just got a new patron. As a new rider I cant thank you enough for all of your content! The unknown is becoming less scary.

  • @AntiStressKit
    @AntiStressKit Před 4 lety +1

    I am categorizing this one as the SUPER-VID, the mother of all dirt bike hack videos. Thank you, Kyle, extremely well done!

  • @shifty277
    @shifty277 Před 4 lety +9

    Loving the outtakes at the end :) thumbs up. Watching from the UK.

  • @scottdad2825
    @scottdad2825 Před 4 lety

    Awesome again! Should do a fast pace riding tips and tricks one of these days. Something we can watch right before we go riding to remind us of all the stuff to think about to make us a little better that day. Thanks again Kyle for kicking ass.

  • @paxtonsnjones27
    @paxtonsnjones27 Před 2 lety +4

    Extra tips for you to add since this epic video can only get better. Sorry if you know these already. 1. When pulling a broken down bike with another other bike wrap the strap around the handle bars and instead of tying a knot hold the end on the grip...release your hand and the wrap unwinds nicely and safely. 2. Putting some air in a tube before mounting the tire does wonders for not pinching tubes. 3. Short people have a tougher time lifting a bike onto a stand...they want to lean the bike farther over before lifting and use the thigh of one of their legs to help lift. 3. The most popular tires are worthless in soft dirt...can't make a hill climb and get a IRC MB5...rides well on trails and will amaze everyone on the climbs and doesn't wear quickly. 4. You probably know now but hoses exist to screw into oil plug for quick draining. 5. When mounting a rear tire sit on the ground straddling the swing arms from the rear. Your legs work miracles for holding up the wheel while you finagle it on hoping the spacers won't pop out. 6. Tusk makes spacers that are smooth and don't pop off easily when mounting the year tire. 7. Cushion seats are amazing now...some performance lost but great on trail breaking bumps. 8. High compression radiator caps for technical slow riding. 9. Don't forget to turn bike on after filling full of oil because oil filter takes up a lot of oil and you will need to add more. 10. Make sure electrical components like starter relay aren't jiggling around because electrical parts don't like such things. I replaced my battery with an oversized one and therefore relay needed taping down after I realized the seat wasn't holding everything in place. Got to go, but hope that helps you add content. I have many more weird tips if you want...just ask.

  • @Symnetx
    @Symnetx Před 7 měsíci

    Yeah I like watching these type of videos. You always learn something new. Thanks

  • @MikeHughesShooter
    @MikeHughesShooter Před 2 lety

    This is awesome! Thank you so much. I didn’t anticipate so many of these to be so relevant and helpful.

  • @chrismauldin5153
    @chrismauldin5153 Před 4 lety +1

    I love the bloopers! Great video and better info, I was surprised at all the tips I didn't know!

  • @joshuavan984
    @joshuavan984 Před 4 lety

    I always love your videos. It’s was another good one. Thanks man!

  • @jedidude2784
    @jedidude2784 Před 4 lety

    I appreciate all that you do for us dirt bike lovers, good video

  • @rodneystewart4312
    @rodneystewart4312 Před 4 lety

    All good tips , as soon as the snow melts I will be working on these skills . Thanks

  • @house3249
    @house3249 Před 2 lety

    Kyle, Your tip (#34) to install the carb slide spring is brilliant! Some of the smaller carbs are a real pain and this was an excellent tip that I'll use sometime in the future.

  • @Incindio13
    @Incindio13 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for taking the time to put this together.

  • @ftwbreeze
    @ftwbreeze Před 2 lety

    Thank you for putting this together, very helpful!

  • @olivervomdorp7749
    @olivervomdorp7749 Před 4 lety +3

    Kyle, your vids are not only informative but also funny. I appreciate you showing the bloopers, they were very funny. Pls show more of them on each video

    • @DirtBikeChannel
      @DirtBikeChannel  Před 4 lety

      they are a lot of work, and usually I'm just ready to be done :)

  • @rooksensleaf
    @rooksensleaf Před 4 lety

    Love the videos you put up on maintanance and tricks like these! Already subscribed! I’m new to the enduro lifestyle and already learned so much to do on my own. Spares me a lot of unnecessary expenses at the repair shop. - keep up the good work! Greetings from Germany

  • @50STUNT
    @50STUNT Před 4 lety

    great tips!! I have been riding trails, motocross, supermoto, supermoto stunt and learned some good stuff from this video, thanks!

  • @it_is_what_it_is_brotha

    Thanks this is one of the shortest yet useful information dense videos I've seen

  • @tkwood
    @tkwood Před 3 lety +1

    Great vid! I miss Will’s coaching! He is a lot of fun and amazing to watch hitting the table-tops in a CRF125F! Hope to see you guys soon, and love the merchandise!

  • @richardmeadows1706
    @richardmeadows1706 Před 3 lety

    Love all the tips.. I'll have to bookmark this for sure as I'll never remember them all. Bloopers were great as well. Glad its not just me that has to record things a few times.

  • @p3kab00icu
    @p3kab00icu Před 4 lety

    Dude! That is LOTS of wisdom! I've been wrenching for 30 yrs and just picked up a few more tips! So I thank you, and I urge people to SUBSCRIBE to what homeboy is spit'n. I'm keeping this one for a check list.

  • @MrCannonls
    @MrCannonls Před 4 lety

    That’s awesome. Thanks so much. Super helpful and quick to the point!

  • @scottdad2825
    @scottdad2825 Před 4 lety +39

    Awesome fast pace. How long until we hear the review and update about the Yamaha? I know a lot of us are surprised to see it. Love it keep em coming!!

    • @DirtBikeChannel
      @DirtBikeChannel  Před 4 lety +1

      I'll have some CZcams content on it next week. Posted on IG and FB yesterday on the bike

  • @johnhouston3681
    @johnhouston3681 Před 4 lety +8

    Swing arm covers damage your finish more than they save. Remove and clean under them often or just put decals on. Make sure to ride your brakes and glaze the pads up good so they don't work good. Several aggressive stops letting them cool in-between is the correct way. Oh, use chain lube. Otherwise, do what he said.

  • @davereinhart9933
    @davereinhart9933 Před rokem

    Great hacks video! Thank you for all these pointers. They are very helpful.

  • @rhouser1280
    @rhouser1280 Před 4 lety

    This is an awesome video, everyone has different tips they’ve picked up over years of trial & error so to cram this many into a 15min video is 👍 Thanks man

  • @MHorkley156
    @MHorkley156 Před dnem

    Another thing to add, especially for new riders, is that an owners manual and service manual are two different things. And that service manuals have everything you need to know.

  • @paxtonsnjones27
    @paxtonsnjones27 Před 4 lety

    Best tip video of all time! No joke. Thank you

  • @andrewramirez9119
    @andrewramirez9119 Před rokem

    beyond exc video. keep them coming thanks DBC

  • @wydopensports8335
    @wydopensports8335 Před rokem

    Thanks Kyle, you rock!

  • @baelzhibubruuin1995
    @baelzhibubruuin1995 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for the video! Keep em coming!

  • @rcthrasher93
    @rcthrasher93 Před 2 lety

    The bloopers at the end explain how difficult it really is to make videos like this. Good job man, keep up the great work!

  • @algee8228
    @algee8228 Před 4 lety

    Lots of great tips! Will have to save this one for future reference!

  • @GJGAMING5
    @GJGAMING5 Před 4 lety +1

    These videos are actually brilliant👍

  • @lewisrandall2952
    @lewisrandall2952 Před 4 lety +1

    Loving the struggle is real part! Keep it up😊

  • @MogulFarmer
    @MogulFarmer Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this list. Good video.

  • @sheldon8801
    @sheldon8801 Před 4 lety

    Great video helpful tips. Loved the bloopers at the end!

  • @jamesmcatamney9265
    @jamesmcatamney9265 Před 4 lety +2

    Damn that was a lot of information coming at me very fast,think I got some stuff locked down. Good job man!

  • @apuetz19
    @apuetz19 Před 4 lety +2

    Need this in a pdf document! Great vid

  • @RadAdventureDude
    @RadAdventureDude Před 4 lety +1

    What a great informational video, Thank you!

  • @brendenschroeder6296
    @brendenschroeder6296 Před 4 lety

    Great video!! super helpful and quick.

  • @CaptainCraigKWMRZ
    @CaptainCraigKWMRZ Před 2 lety

    Just when I thought I knew everything! Thanks so much.

  • @coltsc10s81
    @coltsc10s81 Před 4 lety +1

    Really liked the handle on the seat idea

  • @mrduke5058
    @mrduke5058 Před 4 lety +3

    0:40 I could've used that a few months ago when my used to be friend slid and landed on the clutch and it broke. That wasn't a very good night because we eventually got into a fight because of reasons not related to the bike breaking. Great video!

  • @adamheeley285
    @adamheeley285 Před 4 lety

    Some of these are really amazing for a beginnner. Great video.

  • @chrigul1
    @chrigul1 Před 4 lety +1

    Some good Tips, THX for that! One thing to complain: please don't use Baby Powder to prevent Snake bites, take Talkum powder! And Grease is no good, because it will dry out soon or, for the worst, it may damage the Rubber of the tube. After all, I use only Mousse and the troubles are totally gone.
    Greets

  • @herrtrojanischespferd1063

    Haha, love the blooper reel at the end! Thanks for sharing!

  • @rezkidgamingyt4725
    @rezkidgamingyt4725 Před 7 měsíci

    That’s awesome as a lotta good tips. Thanks.

  • @duken4evr
    @duken4evr Před 4 lety

    Great tips. Lots of "why didn't I think of that" stuff.
    A favorite thing I do is use an electric leaf blower to dry out the nooks and crannies after washing. Then hit it with the SC1 as Kyle mentioned.

  • @olivierpepin4097
    @olivierpepin4097 Před 3 lety

    OMG THE 3RD ONE I LOVE IT THANK YOU SO MUCH

  • @jay_motocombat
    @jay_motocombat Před 4 lety

    Nailed it man. Great job 👍

  • @ninemilliondollars
    @ninemilliondollars Před 11 měsíci

    Just took the MSF Dirt Bike School course. And with your hacks, I'm really ready to get out there!

  • @shanekenny2344
    @shanekenny2344 Před 4 lety

    A massive respect for showing the mess up's at the end your a dude 👍

  • @d3et1roi3t
    @d3et1roi3t Před 4 lety +1

    Love the tie off tip!

  • @RobboRobinson
    @RobboRobinson Před 4 lety +57

    Like the outtakes at the end , that’s me alright many takes 😂 Some nice bits like the stainless swing arm guard fasteners 🤔 Have you seen my 300 build😬👍🏻

    • @szpecunio
      @szpecunio Před 3 lety

      "ride it around the bruh"

  • @geiner11-7quesada
    @geiner11-7quesada Před 2 lety

    Good information, Thanks to take your time to make it, i know is gonna help many people like it does with me...

  • @crazychicken675
    @crazychicken675 Před 4 lety

    Lots of good tips that I didn't know thank you

  • @BillStraub303
    @BillStraub303 Před 4 lety +1

    Happy to see you got a 2020 YZ250FX! I can’t wait to see some videos on this bike, after years of being away from riding I just bought a new 20 FX. I’m in Indiana and won’t be able to ride it for a couple more months so I can at least see you ride it😆

  • @VitaminDeeTV
    @VitaminDeeTV Před 4 lety

    I’ve been watching your channel for a while now but haven’t subscribed until just now. Those outtakes had me cracking up! Lol
    I do the same thing trying to explain things on camera. It can be frustrating but hilarious during the editing process. Haha

  • @worpd_gamer270
    @worpd_gamer270 Před 4 lety +3

    The struggle IS real brother! Those are fantastic tips! Subbed and saved this vid to my maintenance playlist!

  • @gupomper
    @gupomper Před 4 lety

    Thanks for your video! Great tips!

  • @craigchase5381
    @craigchase5381 Před 4 lety +1

    Great vid.... I got a couple of good tips and Ive been on dirt bikes for 33 years

  • @ducatiman999
    @ducatiman999 Před 4 lety

    Great stuff. I learned a few new ones!

  • @andymoto
    @andymoto Před měsícem

    They are some cool tips! thanks.

  • @ironthumb3048
    @ironthumb3048 Před 4 lety

    Great video and fun to see the blooper at the end!

  • @mikeraskin7319
    @mikeraskin7319 Před 4 lety

    Tying your dirt bike down that way is absolutely the best. I can't believe for 35 years or so I've always cranked the front forks down, which is not the best thing for the seals especially over an extended length of time. 👍 Plus the bike is more stable and secure. I go fast with my bike in back and now I don't worry at all about it tipping over.

  • @alexandermalone
    @alexandermalone Před 4 lety

    Love the bloopers! We’re so human!

  • @kbsweet3747
    @kbsweet3747 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for all the tips

  • @dominickcuevas9411
    @dominickcuevas9411 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video! sound effects is hilarious.

  • @jase1911
    @jase1911 Před 4 lety

    Awesome video thx for posting 👍👍

  • @Typical_Swedish_Enduro

    Great tips video! One more tip iv'e heard is to hit the spokes inside the hub to make sure they set alot better when they are new
    Because they usally have some edges that catches the sides and when you hit the spokes they set down alot more in the rim.

  • @honestmechanic7974
    @honestmechanic7974 Před 3 lety

    Carb spring tip. Priceless 👍

  • @stevegigliotti73
    @stevegigliotti73 Před 4 lety

    Good stuff am liking this channel more and more

  • @tylerwallis5961
    @tylerwallis5961 Před 4 lety

    love the out takes!!

  • @stevebiron3036
    @stevebiron3036 Před 3 lety

    Sub'd. Great ideas ! Knew some, some not. Good stuff, always enjoy your efforts.

  • @andrewinherst8238
    @andrewinherst8238 Před 3 lety

    Great tips and loved the bloopers!

  • @giannibravo9092
    @giannibravo9092 Před 3 lety

    Holy shit dude
    This is just an incredibly simple video chalk full of solid knowledge nuggets
    Subscribed!

  • @Martin-uf8zp
    @Martin-uf8zp Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much especially for lifehack spring for carburetor !!!!! Respect from Russia.

  • @PHXGlock
    @PHXGlock Před 3 lety

    Wow Kyle thats a video every dirt bike owner should watch

  • @kevinhughes8116
    @kevinhughes8116 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for this!

  • @Dirt_Bike_Dave
    @Dirt_Bike_Dave Před 4 lety +2

    Such an informative video and such good video quality...I hope to get to a level that is half as good on video .

  • @dr187mx
    @dr187mx Před 4 lety +2

    Honda pro chain lube with moly. Best stuff I’ve ever used.

  • @FaithandActiondotnet
    @FaithandActiondotnet Před 4 lety

    Really great tips! Thx.

  • @MRPricks
    @MRPricks Před 3 lety

    Great tips great video thanks for sharing subbed.

  • @TM-lw8wn
    @TM-lw8wn Před 3 lety

    the grab strap is my fav, bikes USED to have a frame loop at the back to grab, now all you have is plastic fender. Going to make a strap that uses the seat mount bolts for mine, that is a great idea.

  • @jason-dy5ou
    @jason-dy5ou Před 3 lety

    agree. the struggle is real. Great content

  • @UnleadedApe
    @UnleadedApe Před 3 lety

    Great video, thanks!

  • @fosterkatchen7010
    @fosterkatchen7010 Před 4 lety

    Man were those bloopers ever funny😆 shows how much time is put into these videos

  • @davefarrell1349
    @davefarrell1349 Před 4 lety +1

    Nice video...very informative!

  • @knolysjohnson7244
    @knolysjohnson7244 Před 4 lety +45

    That new Yamaha 250 is looking nice, hope to see some videos of the beast soon :D

  • @toddrenshaw24
    @toddrenshaw24 Před rokem

    Thanks for the tips