Stoppie
Flipping over the front wheel from excessive front brake force. The rear wheel lifts off the ground.
What is it
A stoppie occurs when excessive front brake pressure lifts the rear wheel off the ground. In extreme cases, the motorcycle flips over the front wheel (endo). While some riders perform stoppies as a stunt, on the road it signals a braking error that can end in a crash.
How it happens
Under braking, weight transfers forward. If you grab the front brake too hard or too fast, the rear wheel unloads and lifts. On dry pavement, modern tires generate enough grip to lever the bike vertical. If you don't release the brake, the bike goes over.
How to reduce the risk
- Practice progressive braking — build pressure gradually, never grab
- Use both brakes — the rear brake stabilizes the chassis
- ABS helps but don't rely on it entirely — learn proper technique first
- Shift your weight rearward during hard braking
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Related terms
Highside
A violent ejection over the top of the motorcycle — one of the most dangerous motorcycle crashes.
Lowside
The motorcycle slides out and falls to the inside of the turn. Less violent than a highside but far more common.
Whiskey Throttle
Involuntary throttle opening from panic — the hand grips tighter, accelerating the bike uncontrollably.
Tank Slapper / Wobble
Uncontrollable handlebar oscillation at speed — the bars violently slap side to side.
T-Bone Collision
A right-angle collision where one vehicle strikes the side of another. Extremely dangerous for motorcyclists.
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Whiskey Throttle
Involuntary throttle opening from panic — the hand grips tighter, accelerating the bike uncontrollably.