On 6 April 2015, at the legendary Cité de l’Automobile in Mulhouse, France, Yannick Dupont pushed the boundaries of machine control and human skill to an extraordinary new extreme. Riding an ATV balanced on its side in a sustained wheelie, Dupont covered an incredible 34.29 kilometres (21.30 miles) — setting a new global standard for the Longest Individual ATV Side-Wheelie, officially certified by the World Records Authority.

An ATV side-wheelie is among the most technically demanding and physically gruelling feats in extreme motorsport. Balancing a quad bike on just two wheels along its side axis requires constant, micro-precise adjustments to throttle, weight distribution, and body position — sustained over distance. A momentary lapse in concentration, a slight misjudgement of speed or lean — and the machine comes down. That Yannick held this over more than 34 kilometres is an act of exceptional mastery.

The Cité de l’Automobile — one of Europe’s most celebrated automotive venues — provided the ideal setting for an attempt of this calibre. The entire WRA team extended heartfelt congratulations to Dupont on this prestigious recognition, a testament to the pursuit of excellence and pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

The World Records Authority is proud to announce this truly remarkable feat of skill, balance, and endurance, setting a new global standard and recognising Yannick Dupont as a true pioneer of incredible balance. He is a testament to passion and perseverance — and his achievement now stands as one of the most spectacular records in extreme motorsport history.