How do I learn how do you drive a motorcycle?
Whether you want to learn to ride a street bike or how to operate any type of motorcycle, there are steps you need to take first.
- Take a class.
- Get your insurance, license, and registration.
- Research the best beginner motorcycles, then buy one used.
- Buy yourself some high-quality safety gear.
- Be on alert, constantly.
How do you use the first gear on a motorcycle?
Note: First gear is usually used for starting the bike and slow speed maneuvering. To upshift, first roll off the throttle, then pull the clutch lever in and use your left foot to firmly press the shifter lever up, and you should feel that the gear is clicked in.
How do you use the clutch on a motorcycle?
Practice the following: Squeeze the clutch lever in, then slowly ease it out. Roll the throttle towards the back of the motorcycle (“roll on”) to go faster. Roll the throttle towards the front of the motorcycle (“roll off”) to go slower. Press down on the gear shift to put the motorcycle into first gear.
How do you shift gears on a motorcycle?
The shift lever is used for shifting and is on the left foot position in front of the left side foot peg. Press up firmly for upshift, and press down firmly for downshift. Note: The shift pattern on motorcycles is 1 down and 5 up. The gear order from down to up is 1-neutral-2-3-4-5-6, as shown in the shift pattern pictures.
How to drive a motorcycle without the throttle?
The motorcycle has enough torque to set off without using the throttle. Release the brake lever, but maintain your hand placement as you may need to brake quickly. Gently begin releasing the clutch until the motorcycle begins to move forward. Gradually feed in a small amount of throttle. As your speed increases, place your feet on the footrests.