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Good video.👍 I bought my 1st bike in 1981 (used 1978 Yamaha XS7502D) without ever having even sat on a motorcycle. Pulled away from the dealer without stalling and took my test a week later. Since I had no instructions, I kept my index finger and thumb on the grip and used my pinkie, ring and middle fingers to operate the clutch and brakes. Still ride like that to this day. Just feels that by keeping my index finger and thumb on the grip and throttle I have a stronger grip with more control and "hang on" power than the usual grip. Reaching the levers is no problem since I have large hands. I use 3X Large ridding gloves. Only draw back is that occasionally my index finger gets a little smashed by the lever due to their shape. Enjoy the ride, and ride safe.
@@romanrapoz4813 Cool. Years ago I saw a show about the evolution of Japanese motorcycles. The Yamaha XS7502D is on display at some museum as the first true Japanese cruiser. So you own a peice of history there.
I understand what you say and why, but you seem to forget one important factor; the force needed to disengage. It varyies considerably (ever tried a Laverda triple clutch?). In many cases using two fingers is not practical; even if you are strong enough to pull the lever a couple of times it may not be possible to do it repeatedly. Also HOLDING the lever to the bar using four fingers is often easier, especially if trying to hold the position for any length of time like at lights, or if your grip is not strong and/or the clutch heavy. The other thing is this; just because professional racers of various genres do something does not necessarily make it appropriate for Joe or Jill biker on the street; remember these people are young and very fit people as rule, often with bikes modified to suit them individually.
I haven’t been riding all my life, I have ridden for over fifty years. I don’t ride competitively and I’ve almost always used three or four fingers on the clutch lever. You can teach an old dog new tricks but this one doesn’t really seem needed for street riding.
Interesting video. I’ve always whole handed my clutches, I usually buy adjustable clutch levers to allow the lever to come closer to the bar in order to allow this. I feel not having the clutch at the end of your fingers also gives you a better degree of control, but after watching this video I’m interested to try your method! Another query, you mentioned a bike will jump if the clutch is out of adjustment, but for some bikes I’ve found just the fluid drag will cause this, is there a way to tell between the two? Keep up the great content!
I've always rode like this and now I'm trying to learn to use four fingers and I don't have as much control as I did. Helllpppp. But with only two fingers, it wasn't engaging every time. Using four fixed the clunk down to first though. I have a 2020 ninja 650
I been into motorcycles since before dirt was born...lol, no I am not going to even try to say I am an expert. That being said I just tying figure out where riders think that the ideal of the clutch friction point should be immediately right off the handlebars? It drives me crazy, except for one reason, small hands. I understand that, but any other reason is (being nice) not right. Moto Pilot video is good, motorcycle driving instructors will frown on the two finger method, because they are afraid you might break those two fingers. Me I use the full hand, always have always will, but that is just me. Changing the clutch free play from a penny, my take is a dime to a nickle, can either make it hard to find neutral or if to tight will cost you an expensive early clutch replacement.
Good tips and I would just like to add to never buy cheap aftermarket levers because it's your ass on the line when it comes to breaking especially and why anyone would buy shorty levers is beyond me. You'll never see a race bike with em.
Should only move back less than halfway to disengage. It is surprising how little clutch movement is actually needed. On my 2013 Ducati Monster it is probably only 1/4 pulled to be free to move gear lever. Try it out when taking off in 1st: look at where the clutch lever gets to before it bites. It is closer to the full release than the bar. So the sweet spot is all you need and fully pulled doesn't prevent any wear at all but wastes gear change time
This is true especially if your bike is fast and has allot of torque under full throttle... it's scary doing 4 finger changes full throttle between 2nd and 3rd on a high powered sports bike lol
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Just passed my test just couldn't stop stalling or over revving this advise has been amazing now how complete control of the clutch thank you top man
Good video.👍
I bought my 1st bike in 1981 (used 1978 Yamaha XS7502D) without ever having even sat on a motorcycle. Pulled away from the dealer without stalling and took my test a week later. Since I had no instructions, I kept my index finger and thumb on the grip and used my pinkie, ring and middle fingers to operate the clutch and brakes. Still ride like that to this day. Just feels that by keeping my index finger and thumb on the grip and throttle I have a stronger grip with more control and "hang on" power than the usual grip. Reaching the levers is no problem since I have large hands. I use 3X Large ridding gloves. Only draw back is that occasionally my index finger gets a little smashed by the lever due to their shape. Enjoy the ride, and ride safe.
I presently have a 79 xs750, my first bike too
@@romanrapoz4813 Cool. Years ago I saw a show about the evolution of Japanese motorcycles. The Yamaha XS7502D is on display at some museum as the first true Japanese cruiser. So you own a peice of history there.
I understand what you say and why, but you seem to forget one important factor; the force needed to disengage. It varyies considerably (ever tried a Laverda triple clutch?).
In many cases using two fingers is not practical; even if you are strong enough to pull the lever a couple of times it may not be possible to do it repeatedly.
Also HOLDING the lever to the bar using four fingers is often easier, especially if trying to hold the position for any length of time like at lights, or if your grip is not strong and/or the clutch heavy.
The other thing is this; just because professional racers of various genres do something does not necessarily make it appropriate for Joe or Jill biker on the street; remember these people are young and very fit people as rule, often with bikes modified to suit them individually.
On many motorcyxles , pulling clutch halfway will cause creeping.
I haven’t been riding all my life, I have ridden for over fifty years. I don’t ride competitively and I’ve almost always used three or four fingers on the clutch lever. You can teach an old dog new tricks but this one doesn’t really seem needed for street riding.
I think it’s great for street riding
THANK YOU EXCELLENT IDEA SIR
Interesting video. I’ve always whole handed my clutches, I usually buy adjustable clutch levers to allow the lever to come closer to the bar in order to allow this. I feel not having the clutch at the end of your fingers also gives you a better degree of control, but after watching this video I’m interested to try your method!
Another query, you mentioned a bike will jump if the clutch is out of adjustment, but for some bikes I’ve found just the fluid drag will cause this, is there a way to tell between the two?
Keep up the great content!
I've always rode like this and now I'm trying to learn to use four fingers and I don't have as much control as I did. Helllpppp. But with only two fingers, it wasn't engaging every time. Using four fixed the clunk down to first though. I have a 2020 ninja 650
So simple, Let's Ride
Will the VFR build come back anytime soon?
I been into motorcycles since before dirt was born...lol, no I am not going to even try to say I am an expert. That being said I just tying figure out where riders think that the ideal of the clutch friction point should be immediately right off the handlebars? It drives me crazy, except for one reason, small hands. I understand that, but any other reason is (being nice) not right. Moto Pilot video is good, motorcycle driving instructors will frown on the two finger method, because they are afraid you might break those two fingers. Me I use the full hand, always have always will, but that is just me. Changing the clutch free play from a penny, my take is a dime to a nickle, can either make it hard to find neutral or if to tight will cost you an expensive early clutch replacement.
How can you adjust the clutch for 2 fingers without messing up the free play?
Good tips and I would just like to add to never buy cheap aftermarket levers because it's your ass on the line when it comes to breaking especially and why anyone would buy shorty levers is beyond me. You'll never see a race bike with em.
2 fingers give more control but not good for harley bikes (cable clutch need strong fingers)
Great info
Excellent strategy..i like.❤❤
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Does half clutching damage the clutch plate??
You actually not half clutching/slipping it. Half gripping the lever in most bikes totally disengages the clutch.
Should only move back less than halfway to disengage. It is surprising how little clutch movement is actually needed. On my 2013 Ducati Monster it is probably only 1/4 pulled to be free to move gear lever. Try it out when taking off in 1st: look at where the clutch lever gets to before it bites. It is closer to the full release than the bar. So the sweet spot is all you need and fully pulled doesn't prevent any wear at all but wastes gear change time
This is true especially if your bike is fast and has allot of torque under full throttle... it's scary doing 4 finger changes full throttle between 2nd and 3rd on a high powered sports bike lol