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Mario Kart Wii

Wheelies

Learn how to perform wheelies in Mario Kart Wii for a speed boost. Understand the risks and best times to use them.

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Learn how to perform wheelies in Mario Kart Wii for a speed boost. Understand the risks and best times to use them.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Flick the Wiimote or press Up on the D-Pad.
  2. 2
    Your kart's front tire will lift, giving you a boost of speed.
  3. 3
    The wheelie lasts for approximately four seconds before automatically dropping.
  4. 4
    You can perform another wheelie immediately after the previous one ends.
Tips
  • You cannot steer (or can only steer very slightly) while performing a wheelie.
  • You are highly vulnerable to being shunted (hit by other racers) when doing a wheelie.
  • Only perform wheelies when you are on a straight section of the track.
  • Only perform wheelies when there are few other racers around you.

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