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Ninja MTB Manual Machine Trainer Save $144.50

Ninja MTB Manual Machine Trainer

4.938 reviews

Master control. Unlock balance. Ride smoother — everywhere.

The Ninja Balance Manual Trainer is the fastest, most fun way to dial in bike control, build core strength, and perfect manuals — no trail required. Learn faster, ride better, and feel unstoppable.

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  • Manuals + balance
  • 24″–29″ wheels
  • 265 lb max
  • Folds flat
4.9 from 38 reviewsRead all
“As an experienced rider, I like having a repeatable drill station at home. It helps isolate balance without the consequences of looping out on pavement. It doesn't r…”
— Sam · Verified buyer
“I've put in short sessions on the manual machine trainer three or four times a week. It helps isolate balance without the consequences of looping out on pavement. Th…”
— Scott · Verified buyer
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  • Built by NinjaDesigned by MTB coaches
  • 2-year warrantyPlus lifetime parts
  • 30-day returnsUnused, in original packaging
  • Used at every clinicCoach-tested at Ninja clinics
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Specs

The details

UseManual trainer, rear-wheel and nose balance trainer, bike stand
Wheel sizes24″, 26″, 27.5″ and 29″
Tire width1.8″–3.0″
FitsMTB, BMX, e-MTB, road, gravel, fat bikes
Weight limit265 lb rider + bike
Setup1–5 minutes, folds flat for storage
Shipping weight11 lb
Box size31 × 25 × 3 in
Warranty2 years + lifetime parts
Reviews

Riders love the Manual Machine Trainer

4.9
Based on 38 reviews
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“The panels are made of wood and held together by bungee cords that makes it movable but sturdy enough to hold you up even if you tilt the bike to the side. Materials used are of good quality. I like the name etched on the panels. I’ve been using it to practice track stand and as bike stand.”
Vincent✓ Verified buyer
“I'm still learning basic bike control and this has helped me slow everything down. It helps isolate balance without the consequences of looping out on pavement. Being able to work on finding the balance point in short practice sessions without worrying about traffic or a hard fall is huge.”
Chris D.✓ Verified buyer
“The manual machine is extremely stable and has been very helpful. I haven’t mastered the manual yet but can see that I will with practice. My dropping has already improved because of the work I’ve put in on the machine. It is an excellent tool. Very simple and effective.”
Stuart Hay✓ Verified buyer
“Absolutely love this ballance trainer. It's challenging and fun and is helping me find and become comfortable with the ballance point on my Firebird. It wouuld be nice if they had more how to use videos but I was able to find some good content on YouTube. Highly Recommend.”
James D.✓ Verified buyer
“My son and I use this manual machine trainer in the garage when the weather is bad. It helps isolate balance without the consequences of looping out on pavement. It turned practice into a fun little challenge instead of me just yelling instructions from the driveway.”
Riley✓ Verified buyer
“Great trainer that serves dual purpose as a bike rack, can pull bike into full wheelie and up against wall to keep out of way. Had to call to place my order because of a server issue and Rachel was a pleasure over the phone!”
Robert McAfee✓ Verified buyer
The details

About the Manual Machine Trainer

The #1 Tool to Instantly Improve Your Bike Skills

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If you want to look (and ride) like a pro, this is your secret weapon. The Ninja Balance Manual Trainer helps you finally nail your manuals, balance, and body control — the foundation of every great rider’s skill set.

  • 🏁 Master Balance + Manuals: Practice control, timing, and precision without needing a trail or downhill run.

  • 🧠 Build Real Muscle Memory: Get smoother starts, faster reactions, and that effortless “in-tune with the bike” feel.

  • 💪 Core + Stability Training: Strengthen your core, glutes, and arms — the exact muscles that make your riding stable and fluid.

  • 🧳 Compact, Portable & Adjustable: Train indoors or outdoors, fits any wheelbase, and sets up in seconds.

  • 🚴 For All Riders: Ideal for MTB, BMX, or e-MTB — whether you’re a beginner learning balance or an advanced rider chasing longer manuals.

  • 🇺🇸 Ninja Tough: Built with precision craftsmanship and quality materials for seasons of progression.

  • Compatible with Various Bikes: Fits MTB, road, BMX, gravel, XC, trail, enduro, DH, fat bikes, and more. Suitable for 24", 26", 27.5", and 29" wheels with tires between 1.8” and 3.0” in width.

You’ll be amazed how fast your skills transfer to the trail — cornering smoother, jumping cleaner, and controlling every movement with confidence.

🔥 Ready to finally master your manual game?

Grab your Ninja Manual Machine Trainer now and start riding with total control.

FAQ

Good to know

Backed by Ninja2-year warranty and lifetime parts, plus 30-day returns on unused ramps.
How fast does it ship?

Most orders ship within 1 business day via FedEx or UPS and arrive in 5–10 business days. Orders over $199 ship free.

What if it is not right for me?

Return any unused ramp or accessory in its original packaging within 30 days for a refund or exchange. Return shipping is paid by the customer and the original shipping cost is deducted from the refund. Every ramp also has a 2-year warranty and lifetime parts.

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Fundamentals Trail Application - Women's Only

Here’s What We’ll Cover

The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:

  • Rock / Log Step-Ups 
  • Pedal Assisted Front Wheel Lifts
  • Steep Transitions, Roll-Downs
  • Reading trail and line choice
  • Using trail features for maximum flow
  • Turning (Low Speed)
  • Navigating Trail Obstacles
  • Switchbacks – Optimal Line Choice
  • Ratcheting application – how & when 
  • Track stands
  • Braking for Speed 
  • Shifting – Timing + Technique on Technical Terrain
  • Skinnies
  • Off-Camber Trails 
  • Berms 
  • Water crossings 
  • Roots 

The Schedule*

  • 1:15-1:30pm Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 1:30 – 1:45pm Fundamentals Skills | Rapid Review 
  • 1:45 – 3:45pm Coached Trail Ride | Sessioning & Skills Application
  • 3:45-4:00pm Review, questions & next steps | #Ridelikeaninja

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

Fundamentals Trail Application

Here’s What We’ll Cover

The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:

  • Rock / Log Step-Ups 
  • Pedal Assisted Front Wheel Lifts
  • Steep Transitions, Roll-Downs
  • Reading trail and line choice
  • Using trail features for maximum flow
  • Turning (Low Speed)
  • Navigating Trail Obstacles
  • Switchbacks – Optimal Line Choice
  • Ratcheting application – how & when 
  • Track stands
  • Braking for Speed 
  • Shifting – Timing + Technique on Technical Terrain
  • Skinnies
  • Off-Camber Trails 
  • Berms 
  • Water crossings 
  • Roots 

The Schedule*

  • 1:15-1:30pm Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 1:30 – 1:45pm Fundamentals Skills | Rapid Review 
  • 1:45 – 3:45pm Coached Trail Ride | Sessioning & Skills Application
  • 3:45-4:00pm Review, questions & next steps | #Ridelikeaninja

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

Ninja Kids clinics

Here’s What We’ll Cover

Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Kids Fundamentals Clinic may include:

  • Ninja (Ready) Position
  • The Riding Rainbow: Body Position
  • How to use your gears
  • Front + Rear Wheel Lifts
  • Safely getting on/off your bike
  • Getting over trail obstacles
  • Turning + Switchbacks
  • Reading the trail: Red Light, Yellow Light, Green Light
  • When and how to brake
  • The 4 Climbing Positions
  • Descending in control
  • How to have fun and be safe!
  • Safety check, bike care

Clinic schedule, time and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

2-Day CAMPS

Sample Camp Schedule*

Day 1 (Saturday)

  • 8:45-9:00 Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 9:00-9:15 Let’s get started | Introductions, camp overview, bike safety check, bike set-up review
  • 9:15-9:30 Warm-up ride | Head to skills area
  • 9:30-12:15 Mornings skills session | Ready position, bike-body separation, effective braking, fluid shifting, body positioning, wheel lifts
  • 12:15-1:30 Lunch break | BYO
  • 1:30 – 4:00 Intro to jumping | Manuals, bunny hops + how to safely jumping (and land) your mountain bike

Day 2 (Sunday)

  • 8:45-9:00 Meet at trailhead | Gear up for day 2!
  • 9:00-9:15 Review | Brief review of Day 1 skills
  • 9:15-12:00 Morning skills session | High-speed cornering, switchbacks, drops, rock dodge, technical climbing & descending
  • 12:00-1:00  Lunch break | BYO
  • 1:00-3:45 Trail ride + skills application | Put those skills to work!
  • 3:45-4:00 Review, questions & next steps | #Ridelikeaninja

 

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

After camp, you will see an immediate improvement in your riding and a boost in confidence on technical trails. You will be able to tackle rougher terrain and corners with greater control and flow through singletrack, switchbacks, and berms with more speed and efficiency.

Jumping Mini-Clinics

Here’s What We’ll Cover

Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Jumping Mini-Clinic may include:

  • Wheel lift Review
  • Bunny hops
  • Jumping body positioning
  • Anatomy of a jump
  • Speed vs. compression | How and when?
  • Landing with precision
  • Let’s get jumping! | Jump progressions

The Schedule*

Please note, clinics may vary according to location and terrain.

  • 1:30-1:45  Meet your instructor | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 1:45-2:00 Let’s get started | Introductions
  • 2:00 – 2:30  Intro to jumping | Wheel lifts, manual, bunny hop
  • 2:30 – 3:00 Reading the jump | Anatomy of a jump, speed vs compression, landings
  • 3:00 – 3:45 Let’s jump! | Jumping progressions on table tops
  • 3:45-4:00 Review and next steps | #ridelikeaninja

 

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

Intermediate / advanced clincs

Here’s What We’ll Cover

Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Intermediate/Advanced clinic may include:

  • Negotiating trail obstacles (i.e. rock gardens, roots, logs)
  • Steep transitions
  • Drops
  • High speed cornering
  • Technical climbing
  • Technical descending
  • Advanced braking
  • Reading the trail
  • Introduction to energy management & flow
  • Pumping for speed & air
  • Technical Switchbacks (where available)
  • Ratcheting & Trackstands
  • Visualization

The Schedule*

  • 8:45-9:00 Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 9:00-9:15 Let’s get started | Introductions
  • 9:15-9:45 Accelerated review of Fundamentals | With intermediate+advanced progressions
  • 9:45-12:00 Morning skills session | High-speed cornering, Switchbacks, drops, rock dodge, technical climbing & descending
  • 12:00-1:00  Lunch break | BYO
  • 1:00-3:45 Trail ride + skills application | Put those skills to work!
  • 3:45-4:00 Review, questions & next steps | #Ridelikeaninja

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

WOMEN'S ONLY Fundamentals Combo

Here’s What We’ll Cover

The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:

  • The Ready Position
  • Bike/Body Separation
  • Intro to Steep Transitions
  • Effective Braking
  • Braking for speed
  • Wheels lifts – Step-Ups
  • Shifting, Timing & Cadence
  • Negotiating trail obstacles
  • Turning / Switchbacks
  • Climbing + Descending
  • Dismounting
  • Mind skills
  • Steep Transitions, Roll-Downs
  • Reading trail and line choice
  • Using trail features for flow
  • Turning (Low Speed)
  • Ratcheting – how & when 
  • Track stands
  • Skinnies
  • Off-Camber Trails
  • Berms
  • Water crossings
  • Roots

The Schedule*

  • 8:45-9:00  Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 9:00-9:15 Let’s get started | Introductions
  • 9:15am – 11:15 Skills & drills | Learn, learn, learn
  • 11:15am – 12:15 Take it to the trail | Apply what you’ve learned
  • 12:15 – 1:30pm Lunch Break | Rest & Refuel
  • 1:30 – 1:45pm Fundamentals Skills | Rapid Review 
  • 1:45 – 3:45pm Coached Trail Ride | Sessioning & Skills Application
  • 3:45-4:00pm Review, questions & next steps | #Ridelikeaninja

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

Co-ed Fundamentals Combo

Here’s What We’ll Cover

The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:

  • The Ready Position
  • Bike/Body Separation
  • Intro to Steep Transitions
  • Effective Braking
  • Braking for speed
  • Wheels lifts – Step-Ups
  • Shifting, Timing & Cadence
  • Negotiating trail obstacles
  • Turning / Switchbacks
  • Climbing + Descending
  • Dismounting
  • Mind skills
  • Steep Transitions, Roll-Downs
  • Reading trail and line choice
  • Using trail features for flow
  • Turning (Low Speed)
  • Ratcheting – how & when 
  • Track stands
  • Skinnies
  • Off-Camber Trails
  • Berms
  • Water crossings
  • Roots

The Schedule*

  • 8:45-9:00  Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 9:00-9:15 Let’s get started | Introductions
  • 9:15am – 11:15 Skills & drills | Learn, learn, learn
  • 11:15am – 12:15 Take it to the trail | Apply what you’ve learned
  • 12:15 – 1:30pm Lunch Break | Rest & Refuel
  • 1:30 – 1:45pm Fundamentals Skills | Rapid Review 
  • 1:45 – 3:45pm Coached Trail Ride | Sessioning & Skills Application
  • 3:45-4:00pm Review, questions & next steps | #Ridelikeaninja

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

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Women's Only Fundamentals Clinics

Level 1 - Here’s What We’ll Cover

Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Women’s Only Fundamentals Clinic may include:

  • The Ready Position
  • Bike/Body separation
  • Intro to Steep Transitions
  • Effective braking
  • Wheels lifts
  • Shifting + cadence
  • Negotiating trail obstacles
  • Turning / Switchbacks
  • Climbing + Descending
  • Dismounting
  • Mind skills

The Schedule*

  • 8:45-9:00  Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 9:00-9:15 Let’s get started | Introductions
  • 9:15am – 12:00 Skills, drills and application | Learn, learn, learn
  • 12:00-12:15 Review and next steps | #ridelikeaninja
 

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.

Ninja MTB Logo

Co-ed Fundamentals Clinics

Level 1 - Here’s What We’ll Cover

Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Fundamentals Clinic may include:

  • The Ready Position
  • Bike/Body separation
  • Intro to Steep Transitions
  • Effective braking
  • Wheels lifts
  • Shifting + cadence
  • Negotiating trail obstacles
  • Turning / Switchbacks
  • Climbing + Descending
  • Dismounting
  • Mind skills

The Schedule*

  • 8:45-9:00  Meet your instructor  | Arrival at course venue + equipment check
  • 9:00-9:15 Let’s get started | Introductions
  • 9:15am – 12:00 Skills, drills and application | Learn, learn, learn
  • 12:00-12:15 Review and next steps | #ridelikeaninja
 

*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.