How To PROPERLY Use The Throttle

[@shuttertux1666]

I am a beginner learning to ride. This was helpful. Good to discover this in my early days. Do you also have a video on how to relax hands when riding? As a beginner, I become tensed and my grip on the handles is rigid which leads to the handle bar swaying. Trying to control myself. Any help would be appreciated.

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, I even have an entire playlist for new riders and one for relaxing your hands too. Check out MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@sophiaharley8276]

Practice, right? Man, 6 rides in and I am twitchy af! I know it's me, and I feel so bad for my bike, poor girl! I need to remember this. And practice!

[@MotoJitsu]

Keep at it :)

[@RobertBardos]

youre not alone... Im new and im the same way. lets slow it down and smooth out them inputs. 🧈🧈🧈🧈

[@StoicWei]

Same, I just started riding and I’m twitchy af as well 😅

[@redbear1935]

very important point for new riders is wrist position in your throttle grip .Wrist always has to be lower then your knuckles ,then in case of clutch drop and bike jump you will close throttle, instead of opening it wide open , if the wrist is above knuckles.There is many videos on youtube about bike taking off:)))

[@MotoJitsu]

That's a good tip for brand new riders

[@alanspence1716]

I wish my instructor had told me this. Coming from many years of pedal bicycling, my natural position is fingers far forward over the brake always ready for an emergency, and wrist on the bar. Much too far forward and wrist up not down. Now I know better.

[@OARotifa]

Every rider that did not learn this immediately after understanding what a friction zone is has a lot to learn. U must know how to use ur throttle progressively and return it progressively. That way throttle control would be easy to understand and it will save u a lot and never put u in panic mode when anything arise suddenly. So, learn to understand it’s a progressive movement up and progressive movement back down... and easily. Safe riding guys and thanks for ur videos as always. Greetings from Nigeria.

[@MotoJitsu]

It's not something you learn once and you're done...it needs to be practiced constantly, every time you get on the bike and ride. It's not intuitive and very few people have slow/smooth throttle control.

[@OARotifa]

MotoJitsu apologies if I came out as that, meant to first understand the technic, then go into practice as u ride. Everything that has to do with riding requires riding and one beautiful thing about it, it’s always continuous as we learn something new daily.

[@MotoJitsu]

I know...I hate writing as communication...can't see my body language, me smiling...nothing. 65% of what we say is non-verbal so written speech is so limiting...I'm never upset/mad/anything replying back to anyone :)

[@OARotifa]

MotoJitsu thanks for ur understanding. And I must say I have learnt a ton of things from u since I started following u sometime in May. And I find open spaces to learn what u teach and practice on them even if I know them already. One major thing, distance isn’t a barrier. Am here in Nigeria and mostly seems am close to u. Thanks for the knowledge impacting. Weldone.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much my friend.

[@mctourer5549]

Fast Eddie I came across your videos before the riding season began here in Michigan, I binged watched every video I could and I am glad I did! I also got into a different bike this year going from a cruiser to a V Strom DL 1000. Your videos and your book helped me a lot. I thought I was a decent rider, I was mostly wrong! After seeing your videos and practicing what you were talking about, body,head, bike, slow loose hands plus the moto jitsu skills I became a lot better rider this year and I 've been riding the better part of 15 years. It's been an eye opening experience for sure! Your services are greatly appreciated, I 've been giving away copys of your book to new riders when I can. Just wanted to take an opportunity to say Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

I’m so glad!! :)

[@kingfisherphil]

smooth riding saves money, wear and tear and reduces rider stress! Great video! Thanks

[@MotoJitsu]

Great way to put it!

[@ratstrat1984]

"My bike is really twitchy" The instructor told the group at my MSF course that a motorcycle is just a dumb machine. It only does what YOU tell it to do. Your videos are very informative. Keep up the good work!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!!

[@grumpyolman7670]

@@MotoJitsu that applies to anything really. I've heard that applied to guitars, as well. "Dude that neck is slow" . 😶 The neck is a piece of wood. It's Static. It's nothing but inert material. 😑 YOU'RE slow on IT. The same philosophy applies - Shut up. Go practice.

[@Clone9673]

This video is so valuable to me. Thank you. I got my bike last week and I've never ridden before this. I touched the throttle a little too fast and I was off in a big way. I've learned a lot from other videos but never thought much about the throttle control portion of riding. It's nothing at all like the accelerator in a car.

[@MotoJitsu]

Dimmer switch....sllllloooowwwww hands happy riders.

[@carolinap4150]

direct and straight to the point as usual. Love this, love how you communicate and share in your videos. All of this, all the riding, is a never ending story in the sense that there is always something to learn and to improve. Thanks Eddy!

[@MotoJitsu]

Exactly Carolina!!! Thank you and go practice!

[@tuantanah2349]

Your speech in this video sounded like you were trying to hypnotize us to become happier riders.

[@MotoJitsu]

That's the plan!!!

[@claudehizon4006]

Super new rider here, on my 3rd practice in neighborhood and had some issues in throttle control. Thank you man will practice more🙌

[@MotoJitsu]

Slow those hands down...it’s the cause of so many issues

[@atiroocky]

Great advices ! I'm doing motorcycle learning to get my licence. I was having issue to manage throttle, kind of brutal (ON/OFF). I though it was coming from the 2 cylinder bike (Z650), but with your advice, now it's a lot smoother ! Thx MotoJitsu !

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks

[@Burzurk1987]

Great advice, but it comes down to experience. I’m a brand new rider. I’m sure I’ll get better at this as I train more and more. But you can’t expect a new rider to be smooth like you. You are an experienced rider. Today, I was bouncing around quite a bit. First time riding in very heavy Phoenix traffic. But I will practice this as much as possible.

[@MotoJitsu]

Of course it takes a lot of practice...you can't expect a new anything to be good as someone who's really good at the same thing right away.

[@manu777tube]

Thank you MotoJitsu, this is exactly what I am working on, especially because of over slowing in corner entries. But I still have this problem: the throttle has a few degrees of dead zone, where you open up a little bit and nothing happens, it stays IDLE, and then, one degree more and you have this jump in the engine recovery that surprises me. Only after this jump point I can handle the throttle smoothly in bell curve. How do you manage that? Is my throttle not well adjusted or is it my piloting where I should avoid this zone by slowing down? Thanks!

[@alexsmith7636]

I've been practicing my throttle control for the past few days and have improved a lot. Thanks!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

Keep at it! It's not something you do once and you're done...I practice every time I ride.

[@rcoleyjr]

Was out today for the first time and had the hardest time taking off. Never rode before. Have to get the timing of the gas/clutch down

[@SkogDraoske]

Just like you said once: slow hands! I notice the huge difference in my bike's behavior and actively correct myself every time so I can be as close as possible to the bell curve with each movement. Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes! It's a constant practice and awareness....this is not something you learn 1 time and you're done.

[@molokelamodiba8576]

Tested this 15% on acceleration, acceleration and braking. Works super and I have improved my riding as I "shut up and practice" more. ;). Can't thank you enough.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! It's something to work on every time you ride, at any speed.

[@MilkAndCoffeeAdventures]

Straight to the point. As a beginner, I was doing heartbeat that's why it's jerky. Thank you for this, I ride smoothly now.

[@anon91153]

Hey man, I have a cool exhaust!!! lol. And I am one of those twitchy Noobs! Back to the drawing board! Time to Shut up and Practice. Thanks, great vid.

[@MotoJitsu]

hahahaha Slow down those hands...needs to be practiced every time you ride...not something you can learn once and be done.

[@anon91153]

Yes Sensai! heading out for my first ride with a more experienced rider - beautiful day her in NJ if that is possible - Ride safe my friend!

[@MotoJitsu]

You too!

[@SprayIgniteBoom]

At least you can admit it! That's a great place to start with almost every aspect in life. Trying to do things from a different perspective while retaining your individuality is hard for most people to do. Have a fun ride!!!

[@jymonfernandez8087]

Honestly such a great video, can’t wait to actually go out and practice all the things you teach in your video. My favourite thing is your attitude, I want to learn more and more now and thanks for that.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!

[@AntaresSQ01]

What they don't usually teach in driving school but they really should especially at slow speeds in 1st gear, people rolling at 15 mph on a 600 even a slight twist of the gas will start twitching the bike, instead what you should do, is leave your throttle stationary at say somewhere around the 15% mark and just play with the clutch, pull it in, let it out to control speed, no it does NOT fuck your clutch up, that's what it's made for

[@MotoJitsu]

using your clutch like that is for low-speed maneuvers, this video is all about the throttle going faster than 20mph, out on the roads.

[@markhall3434]

Moto-J: I have a small problem with consistent throttle during low speed maneuvers while turning the handlebars. I think I freed up and adjusted the throttle cable, but still my hand can't seem to hold the throttle stationary with my hand during wide handlebar movements. Question 1: Any pointers? Maybe more return spring? Or a two cable throttle? What about an old school "Cruise Control" to lock it about 400 above idle during low speed maneuvers? Question 2: I have a new dual sport with 21" front and 19" rear kinda knobbish tires. Turns out my dirt opportunities are somewhat limited and these are all over the place on following a line. Presume it's the tires and not the the long travel suspension that is the primary suspect? How much better would real street tires on stock rim diameter and suspension handle in tight corners?

[@MotoJitsu]

1. Practice more 2. Yup, that’s what you have to deal with

[@vizuz]

Thanks, my instructor never told me about the importance of good throttle form. Its a game changer for sure, very important.

[@r56mini]

My MSF instructors didn't mention this either. I am glad we have KZbin for this

[@hobbes3]

Wait, so don't chop the throttle before braking? Should I be doing the advanced technique of slowing braking while slowing rolling off the throttle? Or are you recommending I slowing let off the throttle completely THEN start braking (I feel that won't slow my bike down fast enough). Or just slow down in general? :-)

[@MotoJitsu]

It's not an advanced technique...chopping the throttle causes the bike to lunge forward and compress the front suspension and load the front tire...if you do this mid corner, you'll probably crash or go wide, which will cause you to crash. You can slowly let off the throttle and brake...both at same time!

[@hobbes3]

Ya, I definitely wouldn't chop it off mid corner. I was talking more like a straight line. I ride a 1290 KTM Super Duke GT, and the exhaust "pops" when I chop the throttle to apply brakes. At first I thought it sounded cool, but now I guess I shouldn't be doing that lol. I'll start practicing rolling off smoothly and apply brake at the same time. Thanks for the advice!

[@MotoJitsu]

No problem, chopping the throttle in a straight line or while cornering or wherever is just the rider being lazy...it takes effort and skills not to do that..most don't know or don't care.

[@hobbes3]

Doesn't ride-by-wire help with being "smooth"? Or is that only for acceleration? I'm still going to practice rolling off smoothly but I assume I get some electronic help on this bike too.

[@MotoJitsu]

hobbes3 technique over technology...all kinds of things help but the rider’s ability is most important.

[@renostubbs8504]

I am a beginner and the video made a lot of sense to me. Thank you for sharing...subscriber

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@JLWrangler23]

First “bike” was a 900cc CVT trike. My first real bike is a r7. After riding for awhile I do see why it’s best to start smaller but it’s too late now and I’m not doing too bad. I will say though a bowl of cereal wouldn’t last a second on my bike with me and someone backpacking on my bike would be concussed in seconds lol really gonna start focusing on moving my hand slower. I thought it was the bike but it’s most likely me 😅

[@glennedzelarreza760]

Hi Motojitsu, beginner here, just want to ask on how do i relate the slow throttle close when shifting? thats when i struggle and i lurch forward when ever i shift. Thanks in advance

[@evelynvarias4278]

I like your video instructions they are complete with illustrations...good job!!

[@mickeypopa]

Slow your hands down and your gf will be a lot happier too. :))

[@MotoJitsu]

hahaha

[@jameschampaco1273]

This applies to everyone with an exhaust/slip on....they love hearing their exhaust backfire lol...

[@MotoJitsu]

and every other bike...so many heartbeat throttles out there.

[@jbellis11]

Ugh. I hate hearing my exhaust! It embarrasses me. LoL I walk my bike down the street before starting so my baby and neighbors don’t have to listen to that junk.

[@JohnnyKronaz]

I'm still a noob, and when I go from 1st to 2nd, I get backfires. It's embarrassing. Who actually wants to do that on purpose?

[@alanspence1716]

This is a superb video, still being appreciated 3 years on.... My big take away is slowwww. I see that you naturally demonstrate with the back of your hand sloping up, away from your wrist which is lower. I've also read something different, that your hand and arm should be level. Will your method make the roll off more natural when reaching for the brake? Thanks for making this!

[@MotoJitsu]

Go ride and see...reading something is very different real life riding.

[@dcfancomics1314]

I mostly press the clutch while rolling off the throttle at high rpm's and then slowly leave it at the same time rolling on the throttle like we do while taking off. I don't know if i have been doing it wrong as many on my friends don't even use clutch while moving the throttle. Will these affect my clutch plates for longrun ?. I started doing it because I used to change my chain set in just about 8,000 miles. My second chain set has already done 15,000 miles and are still doing good.

[@MotoJitsu]

This video has nothing to do with the clutch.

[@TravisTerrell]

Nah man, wet clutch plates in motorcycles can be abused to hell. Many plates soaked in oil are resilient. What you're doing well do no harm, so if it makes shifting smoother for you, go for it! (Think about his much we use the friction zone at slow speeds--that's just nonstop slipping the clutch, ha!)

[@chocolate_squiggle]

I thought this just came with a bit of experience, surprised to see so many people commenting that they need to practice this. One tip might be to loosen your grip at the times you're wanting to make very fine adjustments. I find sometimes my grip feels so loose it almost feels like I'm not moving the throttle, but more that my hand is sort of starting to slide downwards inside my glove. The friction between the glove and the rubber grips will still drag the throttle round but just ever so slightly. You will definitely hear and feel those very fine adjustments :-) Obviously too loose a grip and the throttle will snap shut. And it may change with different glove material, the level of friction on the palm and fingers etc. There is some obnoxious knob with probably NO exhaust in my neighbourhood somewhere, who smashes the throttle open for like a half a second or three quarters of a second at a time and then coasts a bit, then rams it open again, you get the idea. Annoying as hell when I'm out on my deck or got the doors and windows open, and then the neighbourhood peace is replaced with this terrible rider's arrogant noisefest. I get it, the burst of acceleration is a thrill but there's a time and a place and the last couple kilometres home in a heavily populated residential area ain't it! Ride smooth everyone :-)

[@MotoJitsu]

Nope...needs education and constant practice. I know riders who been riding 20+ years who have horrible throttle control...been teaching new and experienced riders for 5 years now...very, very few have decent throttle control.

[@chocolate_squiggle]

I'm comfortable with throttle. But I have many many other areas to learn and improve on. I like your slightly repetitive instruction style, emphasising the most critical points. I just found your channel and look forward to watching some more. Cheers from NZ.

[@MotoJitsu]

chocolate squiggle most people believe the same thing :) and it takes repetition to do anything, consistency. :)

[@Ruthlessbone]

May you show a video of the as actual practice on your bike with the go pro focused on the throttle

[@MotoJitsu]

Better for you to practice than watch me!! My videos are designed to inspire YOU to go practice. Watch my riding, listen to the throttle

[@Ruthlessbone]

@@MotoJitsu and I have been practicing bro. But it show a different perspective on things

[@MotoJitsu]

I have no way to show a camera of my throttle...when I was riding the S1000RR doing knee down stuff, I kept it in first gear just so everyone could hear my throttle. My hand moves so slow, the video would almost be pointless lol

[@Ruthlessbone]

@@MotoJitsu thanks for your input bro. I'll go back to see the bmws1000 video to pay more attention on your throttle control lol

[@MotoJitsu]

You can hear it for sure, it's a loud awesome sounding exhaust he has on it :)

[@wurmer23]

Do you suggest handle grip cruise controller?

[@noahmiller8522]

Very helpful! I learned the almost the same thing on how to shoot. And my accuracy became much better! Will be practicing this now.

[@MotoJitsu]

Sweet!! And it's fun!!

[@rustyscrib6071]

I'm a new rider and have a brand new honda rebel 1100 DCT i got two days ago and I crashed it into a curb. I was making a turn in a tight space and went for the brake and hit the throttle hard at the same time. I panicked and didn't even think to put my back brake on. Luckily, nobody was in front of me. I twisted my back and bruised all over. I have a small dent on the tank. I'm so mad at myself for not properly holding the throttle like I was taught in my safety course. At the same time extremely thankful I didn't lose control at an intersection. I feel traumatized by this, but I don't want to be fearful of riding. I wanna enjoy it like so many.

[@EricTaillefer-Qc]

Thank you for the short video. It's much more easier to digest them. Continue the good work!!! I can't still keep up with the number of videos that you produce. 8) I guess I will have more time when the snow comes in 2 months. Have a great autumn!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@FNGMOTO]

This is one of my weak points. I’m having a difficult time finding the sweet spot with hand placement. If I’m doing slow speed maneuvers in a curve for example, my hand seems to slip on or off throttle. Not so much that I loose control but I can hear the engine rpm change. I’m going to try using putting my pointer finger and index finger on the break lever instead of the full hand around grip. What is your opinion on this style of grip? Thanks for the video man.

[@MotoJitsu]

Whichever works best for you...I change my grip depending on what I’m doing.

[@guitarplayerwannabee]

Excellent video. I have a Honda ST1300 Pan European and I find the throttle very difficult to control over long bumpy roads or potholes. Any suggestions for a smoother ride?

[@MotoJitsu]

Simply more practice....meaning pay more attention to your experience on what you're doing and how it effects the bike and slow down your movements!

[@Yerseph]

"my bike is really twitchy. NO YOU ARE." greg, you're the man hahaha.

[@SSchithFoo]

Problem is if u live in an urban area with no parking lots its nearly impossible to safely practise. Not like other drivers care, they will honk their horns while u stall the engine. Atleast my experience in Sydney.

[@marknjama9634]

hey, practiced this today, haven't enjoyed a commute like that. the bike was very smooth. thanks man

[@MotoJitsu]

yes!! Practice every time you ride!

[@keithstephens6894]

You can't hide it!!your the one that invented motogp hehe.great job coach!!

[@MotoJitsu]

hahaha

[@Nasosdag]

Hey Coach, when you were starting out, did your hands go numb? It happens to me during my lessons and then throttle control gets, of course, much harder. Whenever I stop at a traffic light a shake it off and then it goes ok. I guess I will get used to it the more I ride and get comfortable on the saddle.

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes...I made an entire video about numb hands...it's actually pretty popular..it help you out :) Go back and look for it.

[@Nasosdag]

Oh great! Thanks!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@votpavel]

i ride on supersport and my fingers do get numb after 3-4 hours of riding,my hand was killing me for awhile too,last few times i went to ride i tried and applied more weight to my inner thy/legs so that helped alot,also it varies how tall are you and how powerfull your motorcycle is,cruisers vibrate so much i dont think i could be on one of those for long

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, legs help big time!

[@CandiiBanks]

"no, you are!" bahahaha gold I was one of these people lol! Going out to practice this this afternoon, thanks! Ps there was a fatal 10 car pile up on my route to work today, so crazy and only reiterates the fact of how important it is to practice all these techniques you teach us before getting out in the real world!

[@MotoJitsu]

Very true....NO YOU ARE!

[@Sridhar.Ananthanarayanan]

Hey Eddie, but how practical is it to roll down the throttle slowly in normal city riding? As with shifting up, we always roll up the throttle, quickly disengage clutch to upshift each time. When it is time to slow down, we do the same along with rev matching (when possible) or just keep holding the clutch lever while breaking. Gradually releasing the throttle in normal city riding means we really have to ride quite slow to make that happen. In other words, the fun is lost!

[@MotoJitsu]

You can do anything and still have slow/smooth throttle control.

[@johnybrokeit]

I’m learning this only nowadays. So true. I have been blaming my KTM duke 390 for all the jerks. It’s been me. Good I noticed it b4 I saw this video or I’d be pissed at myself and pissed at fast Eddie too right now. Haha. Thanks man. Sharing this video. A lot of my Indian biker friends do this. Hope we grow from this video.

[@MotoJitsu]

Me too!!

[@amotorcyclerider3230]

Nice video. I am watching this again. I used to be the throttle "heartbeat" style guy often. Now, sometimes I do that for fun but soon realize that fact and then be so gentle increasing and decreasing the throttle as smooth as possible. it is all about the "Twist of the Wrist" I see., Yes !!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! Yes...sllooowwww hands

[@dancingrook8553]

I need to work on my throttle control for sure this will help a lot thanks, I find myself relaxed and nice with my left hand but my right hand clenching trying to be smooth but Im trying to not clench because I know that will be smoother but I struggle not to definitely working on it only been riding about 2 weeks and loving it

[@MotoJitsu]

Keep at it ;)

[@terenceharding4792]

Good advice. I like the idea that every ride can be an opportunity to practice something, and slowing down your hands is a great example. Thanks for the video.

[@MotoJitsu]

yes! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@RR1OP]

Love you’re diligence just bought my 690 duke three days ago going to be hearing you out on it al

[@MotoJitsu]

Sweet bike!

[@osuokie1338]

thanks for the great video, i love my stock exhaust but i still want to remove the stock headers and the cat box cus its massive weight savings and free horsepower, the pointless argument really only applies to the tail pipe.

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome! Easier to lose weight...it's free. Check out MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc. You subscribed yet? Notifications on? Like the video? Get to it slacker!!! :)

[@Brancovtn65]

It takes a lot of mental patience and effort... something I need to consciously practice more often.

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes it does!

[@anonymouse2573]

Hey Eddie, Sometimes when I start to roll off the throttle I'll make the bike lurch forwards. And I roll off slow like you're showing it. I usually try to keep the rpms lowish while at cruising speeds 4-5k(out of a 13k limit) to keep the drone of the engine down a bit, but I'm thinking that because my rpms are low and I barely have any throttle open that when I go to roll off its basically closed from the slightest movment giving me that sudden lurch no matter how slow I roll off. Does this make sense? Should I be keeping my rpms in the middle of my tach(6-8k) so theres more throttle to roll off with, so I get some mild engine braking, before its totally snapped shut? If I know I'll be braking soon, should I just downshift while rev matching before I start to roll off, to give myself more more rpms to roll off through? Thanks and keep it up! 👍

[@MotoJitsu]

If the bike lunges forward, you're rolling off wayyyyyy too fast. Doesn't matter what gear, or what speed, keep moving your hand slower and slower until there's no dive in the suspension either rolling on or off!

[@soapkz3958]

@@MotoJitsu I have this problem too but it only lunges when the I close the throttle completely. Usually I avoid it by not closing the throttle completely and when I do I pull the brake gently. My idle is 2k

[@MotoJitsu]

If you close completely, then you're engine braking...the idea is, try to not have the suspension move due to your throttle control..as much as possible anyway, it'll always move a little bit.

[@soapkz3958]

@@MotoJitsu so I can't really do much about it?

[@MotoJitsu]

Soap Kz you’re in control...you’re the one riding. Take more courses & spend more time practicing. There’s always something to do, invest in yourself; become a better rider.

[@CandiiBanks]

I had a training session yesterday and was thinking of this video you posted 😂 it was frustrating me so much I couldn't get the throttle control right, we checked the chain and it was flopping about like one of those balloon men at the car yards haha after we tightened it, my throttle control was definitely improved! I just uploaded a video, gave you a shout out in the caption, thank you for your training tips 😊

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!

[@christopherfassett9973]

All I've ever ridden was a cruiser, a '95 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 to be specific. I've been trying out some other bikes trying to see what I really like and man, going from a heavy v-twin with 32 hp I could make large changes like that heartbeat and on my bike it feels perfectly smooth. When I was on any other bike, GS, Versys, Monster... I thought I was gonna crash... I'm trying to work on this on my Vulcan so I can handle normal bikes properly, haha

[@MotoJitsu]

Slow that hand down...the bike will respond just as slowly.

[@smugslug995]

Many reviews of my new bike state that the engine brake kicks in quite hard when throttle is chopped. I already noted on the first day with the bike that with proper throttle control this is no issue at all. It just takes a lot more than just a kind of 0/1 setting when rolling off the throttle. .However - still ripping it too high every odd time when rolling on in 1st gear - because I am still terribly green with the inline 4 engine. Will get better with more practice :)

[@MotoJitsu]

yes, choppy, jerky, etc are symptoms of poor throttle control...it's not the bike.

[@alinutzalin6346]

So I finally got my first 125cc bike, and I have a problem to keep the throttle in place when going over bumps and elevations or w/e. The only way I can counter that is, I am using the end caps as a leeway, or just a stationary object as to say, and am able to keep it wherever I want it. Now, there is a big caveat with that, I get numb hands after only 10 minutes of cruising. So I guess I need more practice. Have no other problem with anything else, is just that I never had any suspension on my push bike, since my legs and arms were the suspension themselves.

[@MotoJitsu]

that's common...takes pracitce

[@azharulchowdhury3361]

When you shift gears, don't you have to close the throttle asap? Causing you to be choppy?

[@MotoJitsu]

Depends on how you close the throttle...chop it off of slowing roll it off, like a dimmer switch.

[@pierrefagan9324]

This video was helpful, my biggest trouble is my throttle control when I took the course, I intend to make this a point of focus when I get my bike this upcoming riding season

[@MotoJitsu]

I'm glad it was helpful :) Side Note: Do you know about my other KZbin channel? It's a podcast where I interview interesting people, check it out and subscribe! kzbin.info/door/VJeRk29mNO-YRuvOJ73klQ

[@123JoeDeee]

Hi eddy, my right hand goes numb holding the throttle for a short period. How do I avoid that?

[@ASian-sk9ev]

New rider here - thanks for the tip. Gonna practice now!

[@MotoJitsu]

Nice!! throttle control is something to practice every time you ride.

[@tommyvercetti2708]

I have really hard time being slow with the clutch and the throttle, I barely able to make it smooth. Do you have any advice for me how I can practice it the best way?

[@MotoJitsu]

Pay more attention to how much you're moving them..if it gets jerky, was too fast...slow motion.

[@tommyvercetti2708]

@@MotoJitsu Thanks for your answer, il keep that in mind. But I dont understand how is it possible to do it slow motion when I have to accelerate or decelerate fast.

[@MotoJitsu]

Why do you have to accelerate or decelerate fast? Fast doesn't mean your input must be jerky...takes time.

[@tommyvercetti2708]

@@MotoJitsu Appreciate your answer, thank you very much.

[@markangelobassig4340]

Is this for scooter motor?

[@4-n52]

This video surprises me. I would have thought most people would learn smooth throttle before hitting the streets. Jerky throttle in traffic seems like it could be a bit dangerous.

[@MotoJitsu]

New, old, track riders, fast riders, slow riders, sport bikes, cruisers, etc., etc....ALL riders need to continuously work on this...throttle control isn't something you just learn then you're good. It's a constant awareness of what you're doing and choosing to pay attention and move slowly...

[@markgman4157]

Good point. My bike is not very forgiving on the shifting. I don't have to be off by much at all to have the RPM out of synch with the bike's speed.

[@MotoJitsu]

I have a video about shifting in a couple weeks...next week is managing fear :)

[@TheCvac]

I have been riding the mountains today and there were a few, almost U-like turns,i tried progressively going faster as i got more confident. But i did mess up my corner exit a lot,i would lean in,and halfway through the corner i would get back on the gas and the bike would twitch when i did it. Should i ever be completely without throttle through a corner like this? Do I ALWAYS need some pressure on the gas in order to eliminate the jerky motion when getting back on it?(through a corner where i am leaned a fair amount)

[@MotoJitsu]

This will help kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqrPq4FriL9kb9k

[@armsleading8987]

Great video for anything in life, especially my scooter, thank you for your time and advice!!

[@MotoJitsu]

😁👌🏼

[@oralperry858]

Some motorcycle throttle are just not as smooth as others. Take an Yamaha r1 and a Honda cbr 1000rr, I have both motorcycle ,my 2013 Honda rr on and off throttle is smooth as butter, the 2012 Yamaha r1 on and off throttle is twitchy you have to put more effort in slow traffic with your throttle input

[@MotoJitsu]

The bike is fine, smooth and twitchy are symptoms of what you do with your hand. It's not the bike's fault, stop blaming the bike! lol No bike shaming! lol

[@PacerMotorsport]

You're right different bikes have different personalities

[@stimpsonjcat26]

While I agree throttle control is important, clutch control is just as important and goes hand in hand with throttle control. This also helps reduce jerkiness while going slow. Some bikes will be jerky going slow even with good throttle control. A little slipping of the clutch will remedy this.

[@MotoJitsu]

Clutch is important but this video is solely about throttle control when going over 20 mph...at slower speeds, the clutch is the most important. This video is not about that.

[@stimpsonjcat26]

I guess I have naturally good throttle control. When I hear people complain about jerkiness I always thought they were talking about slow speed. I am talking about when you barely touch the throttle and it is like you are either accelerating or engine braking with just the slightest movement of the throttle. I get what you are saying now. I grew up riding bikes that had a lot of torque and quickly learned to smoothly roll the throttle.

[@orionobolon4380]

Just what i was looking for to fix my technique thank you

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome

[@LinaP]

Is there a "best" way to hold on to the throttle (gripwise). I find it to be too sensitive. Could it be my grip? Maybe it's because I'm nervous and I'm tense?

[@MotoJitsu]

There are ways def not to...but it's usually preference. You have to use the throttle very slowly...on and off like a dimmer switch. MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links to Revzilla, etc. :)

[@Hurdl]

Well - I do that for a long time. Even when I driving my car. Slowly roll on the throttle - like you are in "rain mode" (even though you haven't any on your bike) - roll on and roll off. And you should always say to yourself: Why the heck must I be that quick as the others. It is my bike, my decision and I want a easy chilly ride - not a race on the street. And take your time to ride - to enjoy the ride. :D Lovely greetings from Austria - buddy.

[@MotoJitsu]

I do have rain mode on my bike lol but yes, slow, slow hands =happy bike.

[@eustonhotel1]

Smoother is faster, right? I'm gonna draw a bell on my windshield as a reminder haha. Good info, thanks!

[@MotoJitsu]

hahahah

[@pcox56]

I am a very new prospective rider. I understand clutch control, but I’m having fits with throttle control - even in neutral, lol! My hand just seems to inadvertently move the throttle instead of just resting on it. I am seriously freaked out by this as I can just see myself flying off unintentionally and damaging the both of us. I hope your video can help me, but any other ideas would be greatly appreciated. I am on the list for the beginner course, but don’t feel I’m even ready for that without inadvertently whipping out half the class.

[@MotoJitsu]

Have to move it wayyyyyy slower :)

[@sherrygalloway4295]

Great delivery on your explanation!!😊 “love the “ you’re twitchy my friend”! 😂

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks

[@shilalay7224]

I have a 110 i need to learn the throttle so this video helped me out!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks

[@HaZeyTheViking]

Have you ever ridden a FZ-07 ? Thinking of getting one

[@MotoJitsu]

Many times

[@akshayraj6090]

Should i let off throttle completely before leaning the bike into the corner or maintain steady throttle?

[@MotoJitsu]

Usually is 100% off

[@kennethmathurin8244]

When closing the throttle /rolling forward ..does the throttle suppose to feel loose ?

[@MotoJitsu]

Not sure what ya mean

[@kennethmathurin8244]

MotoJitsu is there suppose to be somewhat of tension when rolling forward on the throttle? I know rolling back it’s suppose to have a snapping effect.. does that apply when getting off throttle

[@MotoJitsu]

It tenses up accelerating and the rolling back is the release of that tension.

[@kennethmathurin8244]

Thanks a lot man your the man

[@RobertBardos]

good talk fast eddie. rain in MN today so no Motojitsu App drills - princess is staying dry and cleanish today. but thanks for the KNOWLEDGE.

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome! MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links to Revzilla, etc. :)

[@pedro.pe916]

Well yes, but some bikes have accentuated on/off effect on the accelerator. No matter how good you are managing it...you could be ok using your hand but it's very uncomfortable in that cases anyway (e.g. ducati monster S4)...

[@sagarubharecreativity]

yes i actually experienced heart beat throttle when i started riding. It was very jerky and unpleasant. Smooth throttle open and close is always the best for bike and rider

[@MotoJitsu]

smooottthhhh

[@dianeventura3270]

thanks, i really needed this one

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@muddykilljoy]

Wow, Eddie you’re right! It really works. Thank you👍

[@MotoJitsu]

Of course it does! lol thanks

[@muddykilljoy]

Actually I’m a fire fighter and a emt biker, went through defensive riding skill course. But with the additional tips from most of your video,it helps me a lot during my shift and my daily rides.. hope to learn more from you. Thank you.

[@MotoJitsu]

Over 300 videos to go through!!

[@muddykilljoy]

MotoJitsu yes understood, I’ve applied some of your tips for my work. Sometimes I tend to forget on the basics too. Lol!

[@tpow2651]

Great video. Still interested to see what your method to throttle GRIP technique is. ty!

[@MotoJitsu]

I just hold the throttle normally, nothing special about it.

[@spd8335]

I have query. My Bike is Unicorn 150cc ABS model. Run till 311 km, only 1st services done. Today i have wash my bike from washing garage with pressure washer using shampoo water. Before that my bike was running smooth I have run more than 3km. After washing bike it runs till half km .. when I throttle at 1st gear.. it lose engine power. There was enough petrol to run bike till 30km. I went to garage by pushing my bike. He done nothing just accelerated using chock. After that it run 3km till near my building and again it got engine power lose. Even while Starting my bike ABS and Neutral indicated gone. I was trying out what happen. I pushed till my building again I started it to started at Normal sound. I don't understand what happen. Plz reply what was problem. Next month I will get touch with 2nd services. What is symptom of losing power of engine while throttling. Thanks Sagar Dalvi

[@MotoJitsu]

I have no idea...take it to the dealership

[@ostbob4108]

I start with the correct rpm's but by the time i'm done doing a figure 8 they're a lot higher, same thing when I do the off set cones. I just have a hard time keeping the throttle in one position. Other than practicing a 1000 more times any suggestions?

[@MotoJitsu]

You said it, practice :)

[@jackshapaka3934]

Thank you for your time and insight...👍🏼

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼

[@Ουρανία-ψ7σ]

*Just as promised* , we voted, you gave it. Thx FE helpful. I've noticed on KZbin vids during gear shifting, others will shift and throttle hand is very erratic, what's going on there? (Lol helmet tap!)

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome! Yes, very erratic..that's voted #3...next week is fear, then how to shift smoothly :)

[@kms1474]

Ουρανία E...they are downshifting.

[@kennethcole02]

Thank you brother for your time and best explanation out there, keep the good videos coming .

[@lucasszymanski114]

I am struggling to keep a consistent speed at 50kmph for my road test. Any suggestions. I'm always +5/-5 on my FZ07. Every bump makes me drop my speed. I try to not grip the bars and use my knees but still having this issue.

[@MotoJitsu]

Pay more attention to what you're doing an move the throttle only mm's at a time...slower the better.

[@lucasszymanski114]

@@MotoJitsu thank you I will do that! Love your videos!

[@lucasszymanski114]

How would you ideally hold the throttle? Using two fingers or inner palm?

[@MotoJitsu]

whatever works best for you

[@tammy3652]

going for my first class today.. I have been watching all kinds of videos.. my son in law and I are doing this together.. I think this is my concern, cuz I don't know how to drive stick in a car. does that matter?

[@MotoJitsu]

You'll be ok....the basic course is designed for someone with no experience.

[@ericashephard6751]

Thanks for this video eddie. Your information is helpful as always

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome Erica!

[@bigwheelsturning]

DCT or CVT for a smooth bell curve.

[@MotoJitsu]

Its all in the wrist.

[@pinoySC2]

will the "heartbeat" break your engine? i'm new in manual transmission, came from a scooter and this is new to me. been riding my bike for 2,000 kms using heartbeat and afraid that it damaged my engine.

[@MotoJitsu]

no but it'll feel like riding a horse that's bucking non-stop...and your suspension will be going crazy, etc etc. It's bad all around instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@pinoySC2]

@@MotoJitsu yup, that's what i've been experiencing now, i'll practice your method. by the way, is the heartbeat same as opening and turning off your throttle are the same? will open and closing your throttle at high speed damage your engine pistons? anyway, video is more than 5 years ago, wasn't expecting a reply so quickly. thank you so much!

[@MotoJitsu]

sure...but the idea is do it smoother...slowly like a hill vs a heartbeat...it's not about damaging anything but more so of upsetting the suspension

[@Hruiz71]

Great video, thank you for sharing you knowledge.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome

[@terribrown4178]

Thank you again for a wonderful lesson sir💕

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome!! SHARE IT

[@pineapple_coconuts3459]

I just got a Brand new motorcycle and idk I've stalled out a few times but I thinks it's because I'm scared to over rev the engine so I'm trying to be too careful to not fuck up my new bikes engine. I don't have a teacher but will eventually take a msf course. But of course I'm not waiting a whole month before I can be on my bike. I have permit insurance, helmat gear etc. I struggle with knowing the details on what your bikes engin can handle and what it can't handle during turns and switching gears.

[@MotoJitsu]

Once you take the course, it'll show you the basics :) Thanks for watching & consider sharing it :) MotoJitsu.com for my app, books, merchandise, affiliate links, discounts and everything else :)

[@Lukas-kh5gu]

I got my driving licence here in Austria (so proper course with obligatory emergency braking and all that kind of exercices) last Autumn without any prior bike experience whatsoever. Never been on one. That being said, literally the ONLY PROBLEM I had was rolling off the gas when breaking. No idea why. But during the emergency braking exercise when i engaged the clutch and break with both front and back tyre as hard as possible I always failed rolling off the gas completely, resulting in reving the bike…not a big problem, but embarrassing nonetheless. Why is that?

[@MotoJitsu]

If you go to brake but don't roll off the gas, you'll be squeezing the brake and giving it gas at the same time, you need to squeeze the brake with your fingers without using your palm to rotate the throttle. Happens often with newer riders first learning to brake fast.