How could I push start my bike when the rear wheel locks up as soon as I let go of the clutch?

Question

Since my kick starter broke on my Yamaha DT 175, I had to go with the push start method. I did everything I was supposed to; put bike in start, pull choke, open fuel petcock, put bike in 1st or 2nd, hold clutch in and when I'm up to a good speed I let go but all happens is the rear wheel locks up. Can anyone tell why and how to fix it?

Answer 1

Kick it up into a higher gear and try it.

Answer 2

Yeah, you can jump onto it as you pop the clutch. I used to have to do that in 3rd gear on my 1953 BSA Gold star- when it caught it would wheelie immediately!

Answer 3

Probably not enough speed.. try to get someone to push it after you releasing the clutch..

Answer 4

higher the gear the easier it will be to push start

Answer 5

If you're sure the engine isn't locked up. then you will need to use a higher gear.

Answer 6

try 3rd gear.