Dirt Bike Clutch Control! The Top Drills to Help YOU Master Your Clutch Skills.

[@Tibingi84]

Your tutorials are the best on KZbin, and believe me I’m following many top riders. Appreciate every upload. Keep them coming

[@rafaelserna2194]

Totally agree

[@endurolabs]

I agree with you, watching it ober and over again, watching from philippines

[@austinatkins6988]

Agreed. Very good info here.

[@bikersoncall]

lol, I agree, and comment the same sentiment, the top guys put out some great content, but none of them go into exhaustive detail like Rich, which makes the instruction very useable. There is one guy, I'm guessing you know who I'm talking about, that gives a little bit of info, but it's almost like he doesn't want to give away all the details to his proprietary tricks. lol, very sparse with those details.

[@CrashHorse-uj2jq]

Excellent, pour avoir 10/10 faudrait les vidéos en français 😅🤣😂

[@DV11b]

Nice! I’m new to dirt bikes and in my mid 40’s, I have a lot to learn. Thanks for the help.

[@SomeInfoSecDude]

Enduro & Trials Israel is damn right. I'm a noob trying to see how far I can push a KLX250 EFI , so I got a weak, heavy pig of a bike. I can't get a 2T enduro bike at this point. I've watched enduro pros, tried their tips and could never lift the front wheel (usually without success) without exhausting myself fast. Today I managed to do that with little sweat thanks to your exercise around 4:20: loading the flywheel, compress suspension, quick release to friction point, wow! And all that from a static position, no momentum! Thanks a million! This is the door that will finally allow me access to lots of other techniques. You are my hero!

[@TrialsProgression]

Crazy helpful. Going to be working harder in the backyard these days. Thanks rich for the clarity and also the audio of the revs. Clutch angle cam was also really helpful. You're on another level with this and I'll be watching again to soak it all in.

[@STONEDARTphotos]

The static wheelie breaks the barrier. I have been struggling with wheelies, pivot turns and the like. Just go for it is the best advice. If a 13 year old can do it at 75 I should be more than capable. Thanks again for the great advice.

[@Scottstunts]

Your 💯 correct. Getting down balance point or “static” wheelie as your called definitely breaks the barrier. I call it getting the fear out.

[@morley3810]

It’s not easy to put physical skills into words so that others without those skills can understand. You are very good at that. Thank you!

[@freetaylor72]

Thanks for all this info man, it not only helps with my riding, but it lats me get seat time in the yard when I can't go to a riding park.

[@eo8113]

Breaking down these techniques with slow motion video is so nice. Very good video.

[@alexrateliff4784]

Great tutorial. Chris Birch really breaks down the clutch up wheelie technique. Instructs new riders to ride around in 2nd just compressing the suspension to get used to the feeling of it. Then sit down and get used to snapping the clutch. Then put them together to lift the front while standing. None of this is meant to take away from the great work Rich and IRC are doing. Only to further break down a single drill Rich describes while giving credit to where I learned it. Rich takes it to another level with additional drills to apply the newly learned skill.

[@T.S.-eo7my]

For Dual-Sport owners… Two key setup items that are apparent in the video but not discussed. 1. Use a shorty clutch lever that will clear your ring and pinky fingers at full pull and requires only the use of the middle finger. 2. “High bend” handle bars set on or a little ahead of the steering stem axis. Provides more physical clearance for the rider pocket when the front tire is aloft, and better leverage at the balance point.

[@johnbranson7253]

I just ordered some IRC tubes & a tire to try, which I never would have had but for your videos-I’ve learned a. Lot from them.

[@alexanderrima335]

The “Jerry Norton” of dirt bikes. Great channel

[@merlinlepper]

Thanks for adding the audio 'breakdown' clips! I really appreciate it. Could be louder, but really soooo much better! :) Thanks

[@vikram.joshi.dirtrider]

You are such a great teacher! Few know how to break things down conceptually and then demonstrate with practical drills. Thank you Rich!!

[@austinansell1149]

IDK if you'll see this since it's a old video but just came across your channel. Getting my first dirt bike here soon and can't wait to attack these drills and head to the trails. Funny thing I noticed that a lot of this video was filmed at the top of Butterfield Canyon in SLC. One of my favorite places to hike and planned to go up there on one of my first rides

[@multibebeelosedee]

you got best tutorials! i have learned so much from these videos, thank u!

[@internalcombust1897]

Another great vid! Thank you, I look forward to working on these drills.

[@XJonAye]

Thank you Rich and IRC, these tutorials are invaluable.

[@danssubscriptions]

Great tips Rich. I’ve already been putting some of these techniques into practice and feel more confident with my clutch control. Practice, practice, practice.

[@steveramey617]

The slo-mo and simultaneous clutch angle cam are incredibly helpful! As a new rider, I've been trying to figure how to get this timing down but struggling to figure out when to drop the clutch relative to compressing the suspension.

[@IMPACTSHOOTING]

Rich, hope your reading comments. Great tips, I your channel. However, find a wat to double your light in your studio shot. Or bump up the ISO on the camera.

[@piongcheeliat4294]

You are a very very good teacher !!! I enjoy every lesson you teach...Thanks a million

[@stankrieger3598]

Love your videos I am a long-time rider of 70 now and have a good kid that wants to learn to ride (newbie)and I need the refresher course. It has been many years since my last ride. Restoring an xl250s for my rig. Going to be using all your info Thanks

[@SquareHelmet]

Great video! Helped me so much to handle my Yamaha XT250 in the toughest roads. Still learning

[@petervanrooyen7810]

Thanks all your tutorials. Can you show us what is going on with the throttle hand when doing practices, how to grip etc. Thanks

[@vince5946]

Great vid Rich. You really have a knack for putting your technique into words, keep the vids coming.

[@elafricano2995]

your really hit the nail in the head with your tutorials, your words are very carefully chosen and so are the pictures, thanks a bunch and keep´em coming bro. you are a star

[@GM-nz8vc]

Are you actually pulling on the bars at all when you pop your front wheel up? Or relying 100 percent on suspension and clutch to get up?

[@Yotamug]

Awesome video. I recently broke my arm whiskey throttling over a tractor tire after making it over the first row of tires. The first row bucked me off balance because I had no idea what I was doing. Who has some throttle control tips? How do you move you body forward and backward while standing up without twisting that throttle on accident??

[@JakeWS19]

Grip the bike with your legs rather than gripping the bars. I tend to use the sides of my knees as somewhat of an anchor point and move my body based off that

[@PartosAtos]

Awesome content from your channel ! The best for beginners on KZbin!

[@hugomorettidornellas6529]

Thanks for share this skills! I am from Brazil and don't speak English fluently. Here we don't have good hard endure pilot's. Iff we have, they don't share that.. So thanks a lot four that...and keep posting yours videos

[@TheRazmotaz]

Years ago, this is how I taught both of my boys how to use the clutch. With NO throttle and a slight incline, I would have them keep both feet on the ground and to use the clutch (without stalling) walk about 10 feet forward. Then let it roll back to a curb we had that was the initial stop. Also thought them the same thing when they got old enough to drive! Both can now drive anything.

[@zeegleradventures0924]

Great video tutorial and I learn a lot. One question though, how can I avoid burning my clutch in using and practicing this technique?

[@ceaser6411]

You sir are a great teacher

[@lukemaitland6005]

What a great teacher. Passionate, in-depth, Not full of yourself. Great stuff brother, Keep up the good work!. From a profesional coach in a completely different field and an avid rider trying to get better my riding Thanks for these vids. 🙏✊✌

[@OldManEnduro]

You're always preaching what I need to hear. These videos are gold and the best out there. Thanks a million, Rich!!!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Glad you like them!

[@nate2838]

I wish youtube was so developed when I was riding. I really could have used many of the tutorials. In case anyone watching is young and impatient as I was when riding, take time, slow down, and give focus time to each individual skill. Took me way to long in life to learn the importance of fine tuning the nuances of whatever I am doing. Stay safe and have fun everyone!

[@lmankj]

Excellent tips and practical advice.

[@dirtbagseth]

Thanks for the great tips! I just got a bike a few months ago and your vids have helped me transfer my MTB skills to my 500xcw. I was pretty stoked to see you in Truckee at the 306 a Couple months ago. Especially after having watched your KZbin channels recently. Cheers

[@SirGolfalot-]

Good riding skill exercises even for street only riders. Many don't know how to control their bikes on a steep incline paved road. They spend their riding time going straight and turning right or left onto the next next road only to go straight down the road once again.

[@robertoespinoza7758]

Thank you Rick! Great video! Now that you have treated us to a close up video of your clutch finger, Would you show us your techniques using three takes at the same ti.e? Clutch, accelerator a full view from the right so we can see coordination with rear brake. A lot to ask, I know, but you would be the first to post videos this way. Thanks again for the great up to the point technical very instructional videos. Saludos!

[@welsemanfernandes7101]

Congratulations! Your videos are the best!

[@trevorvanderwielen1471]

Good info. Great articulate presentation. I will give your tips a try and if unsuccessful I will ride my ATV.

[@travelmoto]

I am riding a dual sport bike trying just to get better for safer amateur off road rides and you are helping me to improve my enduro skills, I am watching your videos and go practice your way THANK YOU very much for your tips. Greetings from Greece

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

Love that second drill i think that drill will pay most dividends in real life trail riding/enduro!iam a beginner an that will definitely be my go to drill!

[@amberdavis1514]

thanks for the drills!

[@matiasmaldonado510]

I really love your channel man, thank you for your explanations, hey I wanted to ask you, I'm a new rider and just bought a 2021 yahama yz250fx and I want to learn how to wheelie going slow, what gear should be the best, first or second, thanks.

[@iPADReporter]

Thx a lot. Will try to repeat.

[@khalifahbentararimauputeh1220]

Thanks a lot for the info.. Good for i (newbies) to learning ... Thanks again!!.

[@ilyaorlov4875]

Thank you very much for sharing ! Definitely one of the best tutorials over the net👍 Question: when i practice those "no brake" drills on the hill my bike gets very hot and sometimes even spits some coolant...i have the exc500 with the fan installed. What do i do wrong?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Four strokes run a lot hotter. the less RPM the better but that seems normal for a 500

[@renato771ktm]

my friend change a smallert bike 250 or 350 4t for learn 500 is to hard and boiling is a big head pain... you will see from the nigth to day.

[@mschumaker1]

watched this 5x, great stuff, excellent knowledge and motivation

[@250txc]

Very good video .... I'm gonna try and improve my skills here... Not looking to be Jarvis but need to get a little better at my riding.

[@brianwoodruff27]

You are very helpful and I cant believe the stuff you do on a bike, I was out today practicing the middle finger clutch technique doing the front tire lift. It felt like I couldn't hold on to the bike without all 5 fingers on the grip, I practiced the slight throttle raise and the clutch drop seated just to get used to the feeling. When you do it standing are you holding on to the bikes with your legs or does your left hand grip just get better with time and practice?

[@ChrisHPSNZ]

Heading off to Romania really like your delivery and explanations will be applying as many techniques as I can👍

[@tedmagnum6968]

Excellent explanation. Thanks

[@smokemboe1876]

Wow this is mind blowing... im 36 I wish some could have taught me this at 13 when I got on a dirt bike...

[@treebuddy502]

It's ok I'm 23 it's never to last

[@treebuddy502]

Late*

[@abramgalvez206]

I needed this for me new 2021 Honda crf125

[@JimbosKitchen]

Really good drills Rich. Thank you.

[@justinmathews6630]

I've been sharing your tips and videos with my 13 year old son. No he doesn't ride hard enduro but he does ride some pretty tuff single track here in East Tennessee. The videos seems to help more than my advice because what does dad know? lol Thanks again man!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

That is awesome! Glad to hear it!

[@michaelrumawas3544]

Thanks Rich. Again, another great vid.

[@miro_s]

This is very good, thank you. Just thought the final drill could have been worked out better, not as clear as the others what you suggest we try.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYfdmYeDfMaqra8 Heres a full breakdown

[@arnokonrad6063]

Very usefull content, you are the only ohne who gives the right technical riding advice, Great💪

[@rosucristi]

These tutorials are gold.

[@rollymanamoguisendurovlog5194]

Best tutorial ever

[@jemirandav]

Extraordinary tips, right to the point. Thank you.

[@louisdoucet1498]

Damn....Your good......really good can't thank you enough.

[@donboucher2440]

Great drills! Will give'm a try👍

[@ZSharkPH]

Your wisdom is much appreciated.. thanks for sharing.

[@albertoveigavarela4045]

I really appreciate this videos!!! You are great!!! Thanks from Spain. You have a new follower......

[@braapyolefart4865]

Thanks!! I’ll definitely be working on these techniques!!

[@azmesarc]

Dude, you’re a wizard.

[@khalifahbentararimauputeh1220]

Thanks Sir. I repeated this video many times..

[@johnsnyder3204]

Faantastic...as always! Thank you for your super helpful instruction!

[@riders.oregon4474]

Good video! If you practice this a lot, you might want to change your transmission oil a little more often.

[@mblum2565]

Great videos.... Really enjoy them!!! Learning loads from you.... Thanks

[@hurelllucieer6225]

Really informative video. I'll try this tomorrow. 🤙

[@alexbclarke]

Awesome tutorial and incredible skills. Thank you so much!

[@PrinceofWalesisland]

It's weird seeing all the spots i ride in your videos! I will see you out there someday!

[@jcknepp]

Awesome info! Thanks Rich and IRC!

[@patrickholland3994]

I am an older rider, 59 year old. I have a stock Honda CRF250M converted to 250L geared 13/48. Would I need a better clutch to do a double blip or is the standard one ok to learn on? What clutch do you recommend?

[@arturw.4771]

Thanks Rich for this awesome video. Waiting for more 😀

[@renato771ktm]

una vez mas excelente video a practicar y practicar muchas gracias amigo !!

[@robertbotta6536]

Best on the tube. Thanks.

[@goog01]

Great tips and techniques, thanks !

[@StobbsyyBeats]

If I Practiced on a DRZ 400s would I go through clutches like crazy?

[@jonnoMoto]

I really like these drills. Wish my bike wasn't broken so I can try these out.

[@dalepurdon8948]

Great vid as usual Rich. I'm sure you've been asked this plenty times but is there any reason that you use your middle finger as your clutch finger? (Just wondering as its very rare)

[@davididoshylander6472]

👍 Great tutorial will definitely give these a go

[@ozziejim8472]

Hmmmmm ... might have to subscribe. Great info well explained, thank you!

[@endurobeskidy9998]

great channel. greetings from Poland 👍😁

[@bredox33]

🇵🇱

[@Sergey-uw3yg]

Не всё понял. Спасибо за полезные упражнения. Thanks very much!

[@kobiabr7532]

Hi, When practicing the first drill of the front wheel lifting, should i be in first or second gear?

[@carlosmurgelcddr.1418]

Fantastic as usual!!!!

[@lonsomecrow]

The bestest stuff !! keep them coming

[@DOBBSxx]

Do you have a website for your training classes?

[@kyleedwards683]

I’ve been watching all of your tutorials… my problem is my bike. I ride a very heavy, very underpowered crf250L and have a hard time getting the front end up without having to violently compress suspension and load the clutch with a handful of throttle. I’m assuming I’m just going to have to get used to it??

[@Saa45MIV]

Thank you for your excellent advice

[@ci682]

You’re the best bro

[@malageb1]

Wonderful tutorial for beginners like me! I have a question, when you practice wheelies or do the jumps from loading flywheels like the last drill in the video, how far need the clutch lever release into the friction zone? Just get to the engage point or fully engage the clutch?

[@jacksonsanders9502]

just when the wheel starts to get power, that's the engagement point

[@bibhasroy3815]

i am very new on motorcycling !! started with a 200 cc dualsport bike and still on that bike .. so is it very diffrent on a dirt bike ??