Is it just me, or is it really difficult to find the balance point on these bikes? When I was riding my buddys 2 stroke I had no trouble at all holding a wheelie for as long as I wanted. With my bike, I really struggle with finding a good balance point and not winding the motor out. I can do roll on wheelies all the way into third gear with stock (14/42) gearing.

 

It's gotta be you.
Haven't you seen all the vids of us holding wheelies for miles?

 

Just CousinLarry's pictures is all.

 

It's all in the rider. Sure, it's not as easy as a 450 thumper, but it can be done.

My buddy on a stock 09 KLX250s can hold them for a mile.

Practice!