Possibly a dumb question
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Possibly a dumb question
So im kinda a noob when it comes to any driving anything but an automatic. My fiance' taught me to drive a stick (a 86 deisel jetta, sucky) over the summer so I have some idea of how it works. Well latley I've been considering getting a motercycle when I get back from my alaska job. Now here's my question: How do you shift on a motorcycle?
Just like a car. Pull the clutch (left hand) push down the shifter for 1st (left foot) pull up for 2-3-4-etc. Use clutch each time. I actually learned to ride a MC b/f I learned to drive a car.
The MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) goes through this in class, which you should take if you want to cycle. Buying an offroad bike (or borrowing one) is a great way to learn both the controls and how to crash.
The MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) goes through this in class, which you should take if you want to cycle. Buying an offroad bike (or borrowing one) is a great way to learn both the controls and how to crash.