How to Use the “Unstuck Technique” to Get Out of Tough Dirt Bike Situations
By Ben – Dirt Bike Academy Vietnam
Keywords: Dirt bike training Vietnam, Motorbike lesson Hanoi, Hanoi enduro
If you’ve been riding trails around Hanoi or anywhere in Vietnam, you know how easy it is to get stuck in tricky spots — especially on steep hills or uneven terrain. Sometimes your front wheel gets stuck up on a hill while your rear wheel is trapped below, and you lose all your momentum. What do you do next?
At Dirt Bike Academy Vietnam, we teach a simple but effective method called the unstuck technique to get you moving again safely and without damaging your bike or yourself.
What Happens When You Get Stuck?
Imagine you’re climbing a hill, and suddenly you lose speed and stall. Your front wheel is high on the hill, and your rear wheel is stuck on lower ground. The bike might even tip backward, leaving you stuck and frustrated.
Step 1: Use Gravity to Your Advantage
Don’t fight gravity by staying upright or vertical — this will only make it harder to move. Instead, gently drag the front wheel down the hill to get the bike into a more favorable angle.
Step 2: Get in Neutral and Start Your Bike
Make sure your bike is in neutral before restarting. Starting the bike while stalled is the first step toward regaining control.
Step 3: Position Your Body and Feet Correctly
Get on the balls of your feet on the foot pegs
Lean slightly backwards to ensure traction on the rear wheel
This position helps keep the rear wheel pressed down for better grip
Step 4: The Clutch “Zap” and Body Drive
Here’s the key move:
Zap the clutch to deliver power from the engine to the rear wheel
Drive your body forward simultaneously to add momentum and balance
This dual force does two things:
It prevents you from flipping backward and falling off the bike
It puts pressure on the front wheel, helping propel you forward and out of the stuck position
Step 5: Try It Smoothly
With practice, this move becomes instinctive. The goal is to smoothly combine the engine power with your body momentum to get the bike unstuck — no drama, no crashes.
Why This Technique Matters
The unstuck technique is essential for anyone riding off-road in Vietnam, especially around Hanoi where hills and uneven trails are common. Learning to recover quickly and safely keeps you riding longer and reduces the risk of damage.
Want to Master These Skills?
Our motorbike lessons in Hanoi cover all the basics — plus advanced techniques like sidehilling, hill climbs, and unstuck maneuvers. Join our next training session and build confidence for your next Hanoi enduro or dirt bike tour.
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