How To Shift A Dirt Bike With Boots!

Are you tired of fighting your stiff dirt bike boots when shifting gears? These secrets will make it so simple you never fight it again!
How to shift a dirt bike with boots just got easier! After watching this how to shift gears on a dirt bike with boots tutorial, I will teach you exactly how to shift up and down gears in stiff dirt bike boots. Knowing how to shift with boots will have to be learned to improve riding skills as we will always be riding in dirt bike boots to stay safe. Learning how to ride a dirt bike with boots is not as hard as it seems at the beginning, and after this dirt bike gear shifting tutorial you may never struggle with this again. I will also teach you how to shift gears while standing or sitting. Learning how to shift a dirt bike while standing is another difficult part about learning how to shift a dirt bike with boots, and the, how to shift up and down on a dirt bike. I believe this is really going to benefit any rider looking for tips on how to shift a dirt bike for beginners. Just because any rider learning how to shift gears on a dirt bike for beginners, will need to learn how to shift with riding boots. So keep practicing, and before you know it you will no longer struggle with how to shift with dirt bike boots on!
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[@RadAdventureDude]

Did this help you with shifting in stiff dirt bike boots? Please Subscribe

[@bunnyman6321]

Yes it helped. A rider gotta have their boot game on point for sure, especially if you Kickstarting a 450 like K Roc

[@RadAdventureDude]

Awesome! Kickstart Kenny will never retire the kickstarter! I was so glad to see him get a win this season! That’s a rider that has really been through it all!

[@bunnyman6321]

@@RadAdventureDude 😂😂😂😂😂 @ never retire the kick starter. Yea K Roc is that Dude

[@RadAdventureDude]

He really is! Kenny has been riding really good this year, there is just so much competition! Barcia really surprised me too the second half of this Supercross season! I was bummed he went down at Nashville!

[@bunnyman6321]

@@RadAdventureDude Yeah that crash Barcia took was bonkers. What advice would you give Ken and Barcia to improve their riding for sx and mx?

[@gungy3171]

After recently buying my first adventure bike and new tech 7 boots and few adjustments on the gear shifter and 3 hours riding I worked out by trial and error the techniques you teach were the only way I could change gears. Stumbled across your KZbin video and appreciate you confirming it’s the proper way to do it. My ankle is definitely happier now. Cheers from down under Australia 👍🏾

[@braybirdsteenlife8291]

I hear people say use leverage and then I see actual pros that do classes say not too

[@braybirdsteenlife8291]

I don’t think there is a wrong or right way however you can get it

[@chrismcdad]

I just received my tech 7. And spring service is needed before I get out there. Good advice here… KTM Super Enduro 950R

[@minigator2]

I too am having difficulties on my ADV bike with my tech 7 ;p

[@blehmkuhl1]

Just got my first dirt bike at the age of 36. Your videos have been very helpful. Thanks!

[@malcolmgraham8745]

Just starting out with Oneal dirt boots after 30 years on streetbikes,I'm 56 and this has really helped I'm subbed thanks👍🇬🇧

[@box510motorcycles3]

Been riding 250 klx for years. Just bought my first pair of mx boots. Thought I'd made a serious mistake. After a lever adjustment and this video, I couldn't be happier with my boots. Thanks!!!

[@lorenzopuertas876]

You are an excellent teacher. Well done.

[@maxflight777]

You make good points ! *some bikes like the Husqvarna 701 have a quickshifter, this can really screw you up even if you only gently touch the gear-lever with your boot*

[@take5th]

Ya know what? I realized watching this that downshifting on fast bumpy sections does often cause my bike to drift off my intended line to the right, but i never associated that with the shift itself. I will be cognizant of that from now on. Thanks! Ps. I’ve been riding for many years, but still watch these beginner videos sometimes to check myself on basics of form and technique. I would never admit to this happening to myself or figure out the connection, i don’t think, simply because so much is happening so quickly when you ride at your limit that such things seem too random to pin down….blame it on the terrain, or the bike, or yourself but not sure why. Hope it helps!

[@Wyttt95]

Good tips, I rode a Suzuki 125 as a young teen, then a 250. A couple seasons ago I swapped for a crf450r. Fun bike but this one has hurt when I’ve layed it down. Finally got my first Mx boots because of that and it was like I forgot how to ride 🤣

[@jank-official]

nice! I was struggling to shift standing on my Tenere 700. Its a bit like a big dirt bike and therefore experienced some countersteering through the right peg, whenever I lifted the foot up to shift down. VERY NICE explaination... thank you!!

[@johanneswohler5476]

I recently bought a dirt bike and received my off-road boots today. They are super stiff, probably due to the brand, idk, I'm new to this experience. Thank you for the help.

[@Bike-live-tuning]

I wanna ride with boots becouse i broke my leg en shin in 3 peaces en it was one year recofery 😂 so yeah you vid helps alot haha

[@scottturner-zm1vu]

Just got my first pair of boots. Appreciate the video.

[@FollowerOfChrist589]

Thanks for the tips , I just got some boots and was puzzled on how I was going to shift , now that you have given me something to practice I feel a lot more confident

[@1motomanic]

Wearing protective shorts and flip-flops solved shifting problems for me.😮

[@jameswalstrom2433]

Good one...😂 ha ha love it..

[@CowBeatsCrow]

To shift up, do you grasp the lever with your toes and pull it up?

[@alelectric2767]

Exactly!

[@Yannis1980]

🤣🤣🤣

[@craigwicke4835]

SIDI boots with ankle hinge. Make sure toe area is small to get below shifter. Move shiver up one spline if needed. Lower rear brake pedal so yo dont drag rear brake. My 2 cents

[@randomgirl-lj3xi]

Thank you! Just bought tech 7s and went dirt riding for the first time after years on the road flicking the shifter up with sneaker like road boots withiut thinking and it was a real struggle, i stacked it too coz couldnt shit up so front wheel slid out.

[@TaterGrabbinBass]

I just started riding in Alpinestars Tech 7 motocross boots and I found it difficult shifting because the pegs I have are ultra grippy and the bottom of the boots are ultra grippy so I just started using the heel of the boot to find the correct position and just shoving my foot under until the heel catches and then upshifting. Downshifting is much easier for me but I still use the heel at a catch point where I know I am in the right position.

[@jarrod1687]

Same, good for walking up muddy hills if needed but had a few stacks when my tech 7s got 'stuck' on the pegs trying to put my foot down

[@MOUNTAINOUS]

real helpful. i will have my bike i a month or so honda says. they say it will be in stock again and my name is on the list to get it. and i will get boots. and this was very helpful. i am a life long bmx freestyle rider and still ride and am over 50. but i got a dual sport on the way that i can take off road down dirt roads and fishing trips and camping etc. so this was great info

[@jwerner3903]

I have Gaerne SG12 motocross boots. They are great boots and very comfortable but they’re stiff because they are very protective. It has only taken a few half hour practice sessions for me to get the hang of this. If I can do it, anybody can.

[@lae52]

What happened to the throttle when downshifting on a 4 stroke? It's important. You can lock up the rear wheel on a big single. 2 strokes are a whole different kettle of fish though. The only other thing I'd suggest is to wear them around the house as much as you can when they're new. You'll help break them in as well as get your feet and reflexes used to more support and also the increased stiffness.

[@henrylee8366]

just got my mx boots, huge thans

[@aldomura301]

Great advice, thank you!

[@bluestripes1]

cant get my boot under my shifter , its too close to the peg

[@heilpepe7298]

Very helpful...😊

[@chicochico1604]

When I bought my first pair I was convinced it was safer riding without them lol. Once I heard practiced more riding without them no longer felt right

[@ManWePaid]

that’s where i’m at man i’ve been riding since i was 10 and not once wore a pair of riding boots and now im a size 14 foot so i have to fully renovate the way that i shift because it’s a completely different way to ride

[@aranoilean5480]

thanks for the tricks

[@highperformancebassboats]

Egggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggslent. Thanx for Sharing. You Rock!

[@rockyesterline7942]

Change that a Little bit difficult to shift into impossible to shift with new boots and they never loosen up

[@mntbighker]

I traded my 1290 Super Duke for a Husq 701E, and switched from road boots to Gaerne SG22 this week. I have 40 years of road boot behavior to unlearn. Not to mention throwing my weight in the opposite direction in corners. I feel like I'm right back to that scary period where wrecks are way more likely. I'm 6 foot 2 and I have pegs on the way that are 20mm lower and 20mm back. The 701 does not seem to be set up to have the brake pedal low enough either. Most of the adjustment range seems way too high to be useful. Especially in MX boots.

[@Kitesurfkings]

@mntbigker I'm in the same boat. Loving my new 701E but tried it with new SG22's today and gave up and put my old boots back on. There's so little space there. Which pegs have your ordered that are 20mm lower and 20mm back?

[@juliusbaumgartner5361]

Try to mount the brake pedal with the screws from to bottom up it helps a lot to get it lower

[@mntbighker]

@@juliusbaumgartner5361 Already done thanks. I also have a stepped aftermarket cleat. I have reverted to road boots until I get more comfortable on road. I'm feeling probably too confident on the bike lately. ;) With 50/50 tires this bike is so much fun it should be illegal. I'm so glad I didn't get something supposedlymid-size that weighs another 100 pounds. THIS bike is mid sized. And it's one of the only ones that actually IS.

[@juliusbaumgartner5361]

@@mntbighker Very true! I do not like heavy bikes, I also have a 690 smc r and a beta rr 250.

[@Smelvin81]

I can’t feel anything when I have boots on and I rely on feeling like I can’t tell if I’ve actually changed gears or not and with the break it I just place it on the break I’m actually pushing down flat on it and there clunky as hell

[@RadAdventureDude]

This is a very common problem when first learning how to ride in boots. With shifting you will want to learn how to hear the rpm level of the dirt bike, and judge a gear shift based on that. Even once you get more comfortable you will still miss the gear shifter every once in a while, however it will become a habit in your riding to learn how to move your foot to the gear shifter or brake lever and back to the proper foot position! Keep practicing as this will become much easier with time!

[@timmychen6]

Buy right boots then it solves the problem. Sidi crossfire is easy to shift and orotective

[@alinmuresan8374]

Great!thank you

[@RadAdventureDude]

Thank you Alin! I’m always glad to help! What kind of dirt bike do you ride?

[@alinmuresan8374]

A heavy bike,Transalp 650

[@RadAdventureDude]

You are right there, that’s a heavy bike with lots of power! Do you do mostly street riding?

[@alinmuresan8374]

@@RadAdventureDude I am trying off road,I am a begginer,it is hard for me to shift standing up

[@alinmuresan8374]

But I am a fast learner 😁👍

[@davis0526]

I’ve seen some places where you don’t need to clutch when down shifting if there’s no load on the transmission, like in a low rpm, is that true. Getting my first bike in 2 weeks

[@RadAdventureDude]

I like to suggest always using the clutch just to save the bikes transmission when possible! You can shift gears without the clutch in those situations if your racing, and really looking for that additional edge. However if your just riding it never hurts to use the clutch!

[@davis0526]

@@RadAdventureDude thanks so much for the very quick reply. Definitely gonna sub as this is the perfect channel for me to learn

[@RadAdventureDude]

So glad to have you as a part of the Rad Family, always feel free to reach out with any questions you have!

[@GunCollector007]

👍👍

[@carlosbarragan6729]

I thought the clutch was mostly for starts and feathering on turns as far as mx goes

[@Scummy_shovel]

You thought right. Only time you need it during a race is when you mentioned it. Been racing for 20 years and have never busted a trans by slamming gears.

[@decacrimie]

Exspecially

[@killawatt_fpv]

Why do my calves cramp when I wear them?

[@braybirdsteenlife8291]

Utah ?

[@rockyesterline7942]

Also i have ben riding my whole life

[@LoneWolfMotorcycle]

Hey there, My question is about your fly f16 jersey and pants; I want to buy exactly same gear, could you please tell me your height and weight and what sizes you are wearing this particular items. So I can compare and order for myself. Thank you.

[@adambatchelder4121]

How else would you shift a dirt bike?

[@Proxy104]

My bike is small and I can’t even shift

[@Yoda-em5mt]

To start with only buy boots with a hinge ankle ie Gaerne or SIDI simple just sell your wife to pay for them haha .

[@tobberfutooagain2628]

ekspecially….

[@eyalcr500]

too slow for hard enduro, and imposible with 13.5 boot size...

[@wbright5837]

12 minutes of talk and nothing about how to get it in neutral.

[@RadAdventureDude]

This video was more specific to shifting in boots. Here is a video about How To Put A Dirt Bike In Neutral! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4OogHeBjLukm9k

[@imagine9375]

Thanks bro, shifting in boots is easy thanks to you. Can you please do a tutorial on high heels? Ain't nothing tougher then leaning into a steep turn with a pair of Gucci stilettos wrapped on thee ole dogs.

[@Nerd-Freaki91]

im glad i found this channel. AMAZING EXPLANATION and not rushed like Tyler vidoes. 10/10 thank u for an amazing tutorial Rad Adventure Dude :)!

[@tdhayes1]

Great video. Had the hardest time shifting with new boots on a new (to me) bike.

[@gammaraytube]

This helped a lot. I just bought a pair of adventure boots (SIDI Adventure 2s) going from a more sport style boot. I ride a BMW R1200 RS - sport touring. I was struggling with shifting after years of riding street bikes. My motocross days are coming back to me thanks to your video. These instructions are excellent for all types of riding - you do want to be on the balls of your feet. Using the foot peg as leverage is a key instruction for up shifting! Thanks!

[@kingsarmory9035]

Very good information thank you

[@colef5499]

I been having an issue, im a size 14 boot and my foot won't even fit under the shift lever.

[@liamhotspur9182]

how to not sh*t your pants while being on toilet...

[@nigelw598]

Gday Dakota, Thanks mate for taking the time to put this info out there. At 55 I’m just getting back into bikes after best part of 40 years away. I’m loving it. Recently bought a WR250 and best exercise I’ve had in ages. I bought all the good safety gear as my wife was dead against it and I’ll never hear the end of it if I hurt myself 😁. She sees how much I enjoy it, so she’s coming around and I’ve hopefully got enough sense to take it easy. This is exactly the issue I’m having in my Gaerne SG 22’s. I know it’s not the boots, it’s my lack of experience. I’m having issues shifting and am also sitting back down to shift as feel unco. Where I ride the terrain has you standing nearly all the time which is a great work out. I’m gonna get practicing when next out with that placement and leverage. Will find some leveller ground and start practicing the balanced standing shift too. Best advice I got recently from an experienced buddy was “you will go where you look”. It’s very true too. Thanks Dakota, much appreciated mate, have liked and subbed, Cheers, 👍👍🍻

[@randomgirl-lj3xi]

Get wife a small bike too do some little dirt tracks she will love

[@mattcarversbulldogges4917]

My issue with my boots they feel too big and brand new .... Shifting down is simple but shifting up seems to be a bit of an annoyance but as you say its something you haveto get past

[@RadAdventureDude]

As you keep wearing your boots they will break in any get easier to move in! It’s something that’s awkward at the beginning, but you will get used to it! Just work on articulating your foot under the gear shifter, and this problem will go away before you know it!

[@mattcarversbulldogges4917]

@@RadAdventureDude appreciate your words cheers

[@RadAdventureDude]

Absolutely, always feel free to reach out with questions you have! I also have a book, that covers 25 shocking secrets you must know before riding a dirt bike. Just leave your email on radadventuredude.com and I will send you your free copy today! So glad to help!

[@mattkaiser8984]

What boots you wearing? Lol. Your ankle moves WAY more than mine does. I know you’re saying not to use your ankle, but you’re clearly getting some pivot out of those boots. It’s like, 5-15 degrees but that’s hugely helpful.

[@small6559]

Look like tech 7

[@socks2441]

yeah, he has expensive flexible boots. most affordable boots dont bend at all. you have to lift your knee to shift.

[@worldview2134]

I bought the wrong boots ( plastic slippy) compounded with a what seemed extra short gear changer which caused me to miss shift often. Solution bought leather boots ( soft ) and changed the gear peg😮

[@RadAdventureDude]

I’m glad you got that figured out! That’s something so many new riders struggle with!

[@ShaundonProductions]

That was by far the easiest and simplest way to explain shifting gears. Thank you sir

[@Mycatz]

I hurt myself without motocross boots a few weeks ago. Just put on my boots couldn’t shift. Gonna try your technique. Thanks for the video.

[@RadAdventureDude]

Always glad to help! Get well soon dude! Also feel free to reach out with any other questions you have!

[@spymaine89]

thanks

[@gwzaiser]

Good job!

[@Davidlouis3]

Handy to know this got my new first time MX boots and CRF300 will put this into practice, thank you