Clutch Control Warm Up Drills

[@TrialsProgression]

😀 I just made a new downloadable list of drills you can pick up for free at www.trialsprogression.com/drills

[@jonathanmatthews6599]

Really appreciate the time you take to film/ edit these. Super helpful for someone getting into trials. Thanks from Manchester UK.

[@TrialsProgression]

Hey, thanks for commenting! Means a lot to keep me making these. 😉

[@robtennant3689]

This was amazing. I too am a huge fan of Rich Larsen, The IRC Tire Guy. Your clutch drills here regarding wheelie improvement have me wide-eyed fascinated and stoked to try 'em! Keep up the great content- thank you!!!

[@TrialsProgression]

Thanks Rob. On these light weight bikes, it's so fun to try to play at that balence point. 😀

[@sorin.n]

IRC the tire guy has very good lessons. I like him very much too! 👍

[@TrialsProgression]

He's got to be the most articulate guy on KZbin for moto and I really appreciate his style. He's also done a lot of trials stuff and transfered it to big bikes which I'd want to emulate.

[@tomhudock4397]

These are some of the best lessons I’ve seen. Thank you!

[@TrialsProgression]

Thanks and you're welcome.

[@bluster27]

You are a gifted teacher Tom! Thanks so much for breaking these movements down… Extreme value in seeing the true progression of a novice trials rider - your skills have improved so much, it gives others hope that we can do this👍😂

[@TrialsProgression]

Thank you. I appreciate your comments

[@fxFRA27]

Thank you so much for your video series. I really hope you will not be borred with the time, because it must be a lot of work to film. I’m alone with my trial bike on hollidays, I don’t have any club in my country, any advice, and you are a true inspiration to progress. Cheers from France

[@TrialsProgression]

Glad it helped. I was alone for the 1st 6 months or so too. You'll find some riding friends eventually. Especially if you go to competitions. 😉 Monday I've got a curriculum coming you'll really like. Stay tuned 😉

[@markberesford2447]

Brand new to trials just got my beta last week I’m going to try a few of these tomorrow thank you very much Tom

[@TrialsProgression]

Hey awesome to hear. 😀 It's such an addicting sport. Have fun out there. I've got some additional warm up drills you can find on the website under free resources.

[@bcaron3535]

If you don’t have a video yet on hills and even short ups, I have found that many new riders struggle with this concept. Get the momentum prior to the obstacle. Don’t be afraid to use the motor. More early, then roll off as you get closer to clearing the obstacle. Didn’t look through all your videos, but thought many of your followers could use some help in this area. Probably one of the concepts I teach the most.

[@TrialsProgression]

Great call out. I think this video covers most of what you referenced. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3TLfZyDmKyEnJY

[@bcaron3535]

@@TrialsProgression yup, that’s the one! Another (more advanced) tip to getting traction in slippery conditions is to rev it a bit more than you need, but then roll off the throttle a bit as you are letting the clutch out. Really helps to reduce spin, but hard to learn.

[@joshhughes6316]

Thanks for the shares. I'm a noob to the trials bike world and I am enjoying your videos. thanks again

[@TrialsProgression]

You're welcome Josh. It's the most fun you can have on a gallon of gas🤘 Got one coming on all my yard obstacles that you'd probably like

[@BetterSleepSounds]

I ride a plated xr600r but I like getting familiar with some trials and hard enduro techniques. I have no intention of getting into trials but a half ass attempt at some of this stuff seems to help me when I get in over my head.

[@TrialsProgression]

Yes, same drills bigger bike 😉 Rich Larson has great drills for Enduro skills as well

[@okcmoparguy724]

Thank you Tom for this video series. I'm a trail rider and learning trials with my son to help him (both of us really) develop better bike control. Love your channel, your methods make it the process fun.

[@TrialsProgression]

Right on. 👊 That's how I got my start as well. Wanting to be on better at trials / hard Enduro. Great to hear your efforts WITH your son. Great bonding activity. Events are VERY family oriented around here if you get into those. Thanks for commenting and for your origins. He on electric or gas bike?

[@okcmoparguy724]

@@TrialsProgression Currently we're sharing a Beta 200 Evo. He just turned 13 so that's about his limit on what he can kick over. We have a blast around our house on it though and it doesn't bother anyone or destroy grass. I can't imagine learning the trials/enduro muscle memory on my 300XCW, so much easier on a 155lb trials bike. Anyway thanks again for making these, makes my job easier since I'm a student WITH him. Most of the times he learns it first then explains to me what I'm doing wrong, a little role reversal.

[@TrialsProgression]

@@okcmoparguy724 that's awesome 😀

[@stuart1336]

Awesome video again. That's about ten videos in one and all in about 7 minutes. Appreciate the work involved in working out all the drills and putting them in a good order. I'm going to use this as a warn up drill at practice sessions.

[@TrialsProgression]

Thanks mate. Yeah, I was talking stupid fast and probably too much content at once. 🤣

[@stuart1336]

@@TrialsProgression no I think you nailed it. Sometimes you need it fast and simple. Much easier to watch this and then go do it rather than refer back to an hour long video. After riding road and enduro bikes I just thought the clutch was for changing gears. Trials requires so much more from it as I'm finding out. Progressive drills speeds up that learning curve.

[@TrialsProgression]

@@stuart1336 right on exactly 👊

[@jimsabovich3682]

Outstanding instruction. Thanks Jim S

[@TrialsProgression]

Thanks so much Jim. I've got some playlists as well you may find helpful. Cheers.

[@tannerbaer]

Thank you! My clutch lever was way adjusted out. Just got it Sunday and it's a great challenge and work out so far!

[@TrialsProgression]

Yes, those 1st days I was always wore out. Forearms blown up and sweating 😅 Enjoy and check out the turning playlist

[@pongsakornpanyoyai182]

Thank you for you make this VDO and make me so clear on how to control the clutch

[@TrialsProgression]

You are welcome

[@TomBretthauer]

Great stuff Tommy T. I know the shorts are supposed to up the KZbin stuff….I prefer this format though. LOL

[@TrialsProgression]

Yeah, part of the reason for doing all those shorts was because I was on vacation and couldn't film any new content. 😂

[@tonyrichengod9280]

Incredibly helpful and detailed video, sir! Awesome channel, just what I needed. SUBSCRIBED!

[@TrialsProgression]

Hey thanks! I appreciate your support. 👊

[@uncletom1971]

Thanks man. I will start doing these drills this evening.

[@TrialsProgression]

Awesome. Enjoy

[@TrialsProgression]

Gosh I was talking fast 🤣 Be sure to check out Turning Drills here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqDNf3t-hJt_ras

[@BetterSleepSounds]

That’s a good thing. I listen to podcasts on 1.5x speed to take in more.

[@nathankesler8974]

This is so good… I have some good stuff to practice this next few weeks. Thank you

[@TrialsProgression]

Right on! 👊 Time to put in the work 😉

[@everydaybiker]

Just what I'm looking for. Excellent, thanks

[@TrialsProgression]

Happy to help. 😀 I've got another warm up drills video on my website that may also help.

[@justincurrie9730]

So many drills I need to do,no wonder I not progressing thanks for video's great stuff

[@TrialsProgression]

You are welcome

[@bartliebmann5749]

Great Video I just got a trials bike and this video was very helpful with drills to practice since I don't have much setup in the yard yet!

[@TrialsProgression]

Awesome. 😀. You'll have a blast. Practice turns a bunch too. I have a playlist on those. Especially figure 8s to get started. Cheers

[@durkthajurk8748]

Great video

[@philaucott9002]

Great video Tom, I have been playing around with clutch lever position. I’m finding wheelie control and turning control much better with it shorter and further in. 👍

[@TrialsProgression]

I knew I forgot to mention something. Yes I move my clutch lever in considerably and I have more leverage pulling on the end of it. Also when I crash the levers don't get moved because the end of the bar takes the brunt of the Fall.

[@philaucott9002]

@@TrialsProgression yeah controls position is more important than a lot of people give it credit. It’s the difference between major arm pump and broken levers. I can only wheelie my own bike that’s how unique my lever set up is 🤪

[@mooplu]

Really great videos. Thanks heaps😎

[@TrialsProgression]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching

[@warrenstacey2794]

Loved that you helped me a lot thank you 👍

[@TrialsProgression]

Good deal. You're welcome

[@pascalmuller4949]

Merci pour les conseils 👍👍👍👍🇲🇫

[@TrialsProgression]

You're welcome

[@treeturtle9378]

Another great video 👍

[@TrialsProgression]

Thanks 🐢 😉

[@philliphazeldine1940]

When I was trialing we didn't have the luxury of a hydraulic clutch, I had forearms Popeye would be proud of 😂😂😂

[@TrialsProgression]

😆😆😆😆 💪

[@066motocross]

👍👍💪💪💪👏

[@wardiup939]

Wow love it👌👌

[@TrialsProgression]

Much appreciated

[@keithchegwinsspunkybackpac2600]

awesome!

[@TrialsProgression]

👊

[@thailandmopedadventures611]

Great Stuff - new Sub earned❤

[@TrialsProgression]

Glad to have you 👊

[@ssaUid5562]

What is trials cluch means???

[@sutomokhosasie3436]

👍👍👍 great vid

[@TrialsProgression]

Thanks

[@kobiabr7532]

Hi, I am trying to work on a slow wheeli on a full size enduro bike, ktm 250 4t, I am able to lift up the front of the bike and stand behind it, when trying to walk with bike, everything I give troutle the bike comes up and kind of turning of the gas I supply, do you have a tips on how to move the bike forwards? I am to trying to implement rich Larssons guid, what struggling a lot on moving the bike forward when stand behind it, I have also tried setting on it, but the motor turns off straight a way, any tips for me? It is very versatile frustrating

[@TrialsProgression]

If the engine is choking out, then a touch more RPM and slip the clutch. You can practice this NOT in a wheelie stand just to get better at it, then add the wheelie back in.

[@SteveHofsaess]

thinking about getting a trial bike,, are the newer bikes much better or get a nice used one as a beginner?

[@TrialsProgression]

I would get a nice used one. As a beginner, you will drop it and scratch it and such. Having used I think will allow you the freedom to make mistakes and the budget to get parts/gear as needed. Here's my recent bike buying experience. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKCwp2qmeL6trsk. Good video from Jason as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ_Of6Gwo7KSrbs

[@casperme6552]

This might sound really stupid, but do you have to worry about burning your clutch out, as you would in a car if you were slipping it this much?

[@TrialsProgression]

It's not a stupid question. These bikes are designed for this type of stuff so it's all good. Transmission clutch oil replaced more often. Usually around 10 engine hours.

[@Leeds535]

Will ye ever ride in the famous ssdt,if ye did where do ye think ye would finish I the top 2⁸0 riders sir 🙏❤️🍀🇮🇪👌

[@TrialsProgression]

Probably won't make it to that one.

[@Leeds535]

Are yer still riding sir,🍀🙏

[@te4097]

I get scared just by lifting the front wheel a little.........is that normal?

[@TrialsProgression]

Yes. Totally normal. With more control and practice comes more confidence and less fear

[@Leeds535]

@@TrialsProgression the best back wheel riders in the early days Bernie Shriber Marley Whaley me and Tony Scarlett met em in Scotland ssdt and Bernie back at a world round gentleman 🙏🍀❤️

[@Leeds535]

It comes with time,foot over back brake,

[@kwstasmwynos700]

👍👍👍👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🙏🙏

[@TrialsProgression]

Thank you

[@tcheek20]

Killer

[@TrialsProgression]

Thank you