How To SHIFT GEARS On A Motorcycle

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[@MotoJitsu]

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[@yn6371]

Thank you man, appriciate it man and now i know exacly how to shift!

[@humanbeing962]

You are awesome buddy

[@humanbeing962]

Can I have your cellphone number Please

[@Calembon27]

Awesome video! Question, should I pull clutch all the way in or just past the sweet spot for upshifts or downshifts?

[@bradbates4390]

Thanks. I'm just starting out and I was pulling the throttle back too early, before letting the clutch out enough and was revving especially from 1st to 2nd gear. This was very helpful. thank you.

[@Pdiddi83]

I just got my license about 2 weeks ago and wasn’t comfortable shifting gears. I’ve never drove a manual car either so I didn’t understand the concept. I watched your video twice and went out there and practiced! Took what I’ve learned and got it right on the first try! I even went on my neighborhood road and shifted up to the 3rd gear! I was able to feel and hear when I shifted smoothe. I feel so much more comfortable and confident. Thank you so much for the video. I already subscribed and cannot wait to watch more and learn!

[@MotoJitsu]

awesome!!! :)

[@humanbeing962]

Hi how to i contact you.can I have your phone number Please

[@XenikGames]

@@humanbeing962 bro just hire a teacher or go to a class

[@remko8105]

This sounds so crazy to me.. guess it's an american thing, but I can't imagine getting your license without being able to comfortably shifting gears. Not in a million years would that happen in the EU (or at least in Germany/Netherlands)

[@sp6990]

@ProkG 15 he said he wasn’t comfortable, not that he didn’t know how to do it. We mostly drive automatic here so it’s not necessary for most. I hadn’t driven manual for 20 years til I got on a. Bike and had to relearn.

[@zx7rou812]

I'm 48 and I'm getting back into motorcycling after about a 12 year hiatus. Your videos have been instrumental in me getting my mental acclimation back into 'rider mode'. Absolutely phenomenal. I cannot praise or compliment you and your videos enough. Best I've EVER seen on KZbin. Thank you, Eddie!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much!! Please consider sharing them with others!

[@egyjuice]

Hello Jack & MotoJitsu hope you are doing well, need your opinion cause I am same age and starting to ride bikes do you think or advise that it's a bit late for me as everyone around me is saying or age ain't of an object..

[@richieharkness5535]

@@egyjuice Im 44 and am just starting to learn to ride... , Ive ridden quite a few 'twist and go' scooters on some pretty crazy roads in Thailand and loved it but Ive never learned to ride a real motorcycle, nothing with a clutch and gears that required any real skills... So now Ive just bought all my safety gear and I have my first lesson in a couple of weeks.... Everyday at the moment I go from super excitement- 'finally Im actually gonna do this' ' cant wait to pass my test and start practicing' to shitting my pants- 'oh my god, can I really do this...! Can I learn all this stuff? , do I have the coordination?, the reactions, the concentration, the ability to always have slow hands even in an emergency.... everything its gonna take to be a good rider' Thank god for fast Eddie's awesome teaching style and zen-like approach everytime I have a little bit of doubt I watch another bunch of his videos, this one and the braking ones especially Ive watched heaps of times over... Im a firm believer that its never too late to learn anything and I can't wait, it something Ive always wanted to do but Im not afraid to admit I am also a little scared... I think moreso than I wouldve been in my 20s but maybe thats a good thing...

[@JamesCouch777]

I'm 69 and had to take 10 years off because of cancer but I'm back in the saddle and enjoying the ride.

[@dustytriumph]

@@egyjuice Hi Yasser, I'm 62 and just started riding. Previous experience was only a small trail bike when I was a teenager for one or two seasons and the MSF course. Take the MSF course and that may give you some idea if you want to pursue riding further. Some states issue your motorcycle endorsement at the end of the class if you pass the written and riding tests. Then your first bike should be small, light and easy to handle to make learning and beginning to ride easier and less intimidating. Also get and wear gear.

[@mr.shannon6137]

One if the best beginner motorcycle vids on youtube!

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!! Share with others ;)

[@abunadia5506]

I second that! 👍🏾

[@rajeshkharkwal7137]

sir how to release clutch after downshift

[@joyalthomas5301]

@@rajeshkharkwal7137 you release clutch slowly..... but not too slow..

[@ukaszsojewski4811]

I think it's in fact the best. Thank you and best greetings.

[@neelabh06]

You and MCrider are two of the best motorcycle-instructors on KZbin. Learned quite a lot from both of you. Just want to say thanks for making all of us a better rider!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@heremansmarc]

We can add MOTOTREK and we have the trio.

[@ryandavis4689]

I like MCRider also...and dandanthefireman... He is good as well

[@bobmarley6161]

Thank you fantastic as always informative and comprehensive

[@DominusDionysos]

Anyone heard of Ride Like A Pro Jerry Palladio? He's pretty good but most of his videos focus on Advanced Techniques.

[@bladeh7734]

I'm starting my journey at 54. This video exactly answers the question I've had but didn't know how to ask. It's not explained in the basic course. Thank you!

[@santafe2011ful]

The MSF should seriously incorporate your videos into their material. It may be your delivery but you have a talent for breaking things down into simple terms and explaining in a direct and concise/understandable way. Even after riding for 6 years and watching videos and reading and practicing, when i watch your videos, I always manage to learn something different or get better at something. I always feel like I am learning from your successes and failures. It really is amazing ! Please keep up the great educational work and it's an honour to support you !

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much!!

[@MotoJitsu]

@Lenny saint Yes, I can use it whenever I want, it's not useless. For my bike, it's both up and downshifting. For downshifting, it auto-blips (rev-matches) for me.

[@sunsouttbrainsouttdrew433]

New biker havent even taken the course yet but this is hands down top 5 instructional vids man. Extremely grateful. Thank you for doing your part, instilling confidence by simplifying concepts and teaching universal technique on everyday safe driving.

[@BA-cz4is]

How is it going so far

[@lisac6139]

I'm 55 and just started learning to ride a motorcycle. These videos combined with my physical practices make it so much easier for me to understand what and why I am learning what I am learning. Big part of the student's success certainly lies in the way the master explains. The small steps, the repetition, taking the time and explaining why, really does the trick. I can't thank you enough.

[@jennabanks7274]

Adjusting the clutch lever makes a HUGE difference. My hands are smaller and my bike came with a friction zone that was wayyyy out. I dealt with it for a while, but then changed it and it makes all the difference. It took not that long to get used to and helped with clutch control, starting from a stop, basically everything

[@MotoJitsu]

Sure does! adjust to your hands/body/position, etc :)

[@nbrainshutdown]

Agree 100%. On a new bike, after adjusting the mirrors one should adjust the friction zone to your left hand comfort/high precision zone.

[@maxyn1269]

Going to the bike to make adjustments right now loooool

[@Inkednfree333]

What would you suggest for the tension 1-4?

[@elleehammond1228]

This is the first video I've seen of yours, but I can't thank you enough. I recently got my first bike and lack a patient and clear teacher. It's like I know what to do and how to do it, but I get so nervous when I'm not on the bike that I question myself. So watching this and seeing my knowledge confirmed just makes me feel so much better.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@trismegistus4275]

I appreciate how you separated and slowed down all the steps. I've watched a lot of videos and they seem to do it almost simultaneously. I know that will come with time obviously, but it's reassuring to see it done at a reasonable beginners pace and know it can be done that way

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@Timothy1987]

Dude you're the best teacher I've ever heard.. I cant wait to apply this 2moro.. thanks so much

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you!!

[@mattpascoe9335]

TexasDad 2015 init mate I’ve watched loads of vids like loads but he’s the best teacher I’ve heard aswell ps u should work as a Cbt teacher ;) ah

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

ur visual repetitions are so helpful; thanks

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re welcome!

[@onewaywolf3530]

"Slow hands make happy riders." Oh yeah!

[@MotoJitsu]

lol yes!

[@adriancordeiro3742]

Wish I remembered that befote I dropped.my bike for the first time the other day lll

[@castawaygibo9661]

That's what she didn't say 😢

[@myballshurt832]

​@@castawaygibo9661skill issue

[@avarria5872]

This is so incredibly helpful. I am going from a CVT transmission scooter to a motorcycle and was very worried about shifting gears. This makes it seem less terrifying. Looking forward to practicing.

[@vincentcamachio5369]

best tutorial I've seen yet, and trust me I've watched way too many tutorials that still had me asking questions.. earned yourself a subscriber

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@soupsfarm1825]

Getting a 2017 r3 for my first bike very soon! I’m so hyped to start riding

[@MotoJitsu]

Nice!

[@7Adelius]

hey man, you've explained this better than my instructor for my M class certification that I just got. Thanks for really going into detail and being patient. I really appreciate it.

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome!

[@manuelvasquez215]

The simplistic but concise approach to each segment of the video like up shifting, downshifting, etc is exceptionally easy to understand. Thank you sincerely

[@jennwebster6063]

This video is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you so much. The way you just break everything down is so helpful. Awesome video!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome Jenn MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links, etc.

[@archcee]

Thank you so much I've watched many videos that went on and on about rev matching and blipping. I just could not wrap my head around it, thanks to your well explained video im much more comfortable and understand it way better.

[@saralukatah5186]

no literally! i've seen so many vids and I always come back to him:)

[@jmccord4258]

Yo I just got my bike crammed as many videos of yours in my head and also practicing you are really good at teaching man thank you

[@MotoJitsu]

nice!

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

this gentleman is by far the best instructor anywhere.hands down. great communicator. makes you feel like he really cares for your safety as well as others and makes the riding experience the best it can be. i have watched every one of his videos. this dude is a national treasure. get on your bikes and ride people. be safe !!!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

@@MotoJitsu ur the best bro ! everyone i know that is into motorcycling and safety speak openly about how your videos have helped them become better, and safer motorcyclists. great resource. i wish you the best for health and continued success with helping others enjoy motorcycling safely . take care.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much! :)

[@elena-cezaramanoliu6770]

This evening I'm going out with my bike for the 1st time😁 I've got a Yamaha YZF-R 125cc❤ My 1st geared bike.... I have to say I'm nervous, but yeah, I'm heading to a parking space and start practicing. Great work, Greg! Thanks!🙂

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@thelants8569]

Ive put on 5000 miles(+1000 this last month in a half) on my bike in my first year of riding and i watched this entire video. I've taken a passenger a few times(self taught besides a 5 min youtube video) and now people at my job are starting to ask for rides lmao. Im just trying to be the best rider I can to ensure that I take complete care of my life and anyone who is on the back, and that we can both be safely having fun. You're a huge help to all of this, thanks a ton.

[@MotoJitsu]

Take more courses, spend more time practicing :)

[@usernamemykel]

EXACTLY that for which I was looking, after experiencing rough/jerking shifting today as a new rider on a new bike. You DA MAN!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! Share with others :)

[@nedlyons1954]

Without a doubt the BEST video on shifting. I have ridden for 30+ years and learned more common sense things today than ever before. SLOW and proper clutch/sequence have never been clearer.

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@ZeeMightyMite]

Thank you so much for this video! You are such a good instructor. I'm a newbie! I've been practicing in my yard but can only ride in 1st gear. (We live on 30 acres.) Today, I'm going riding with my husband and get to shift gears on some of the back roads. Super excited and your video was a big help. My husband found me a beautiful 2008 BMW F800ST and the bike and I are getting to know each other. Thanks again!

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼

[@vectorifix3218]

Just about to buy my first bike (I'm 55!!) and watched tons of vids - this one is far the best. Very well explained without cutting corners like many tend to do. Teaching is strong with this one! Keep up good work. Subbed for sure.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks :)

[@AODWhiTeShaDoW]

A VERY big thank you for posting this!!! I wasn't easing the clutch after shifting gears and man... it took me for 1 heck of a ride!

[@MotoJitsu]

You bet!

[@Kohl.Montana]

Realistically I have never commented a thank you on anyones video before. But for real this video absolutely changed the way I shift gears and I’m so much more confident thank you so much!

[@tonespurz4502]

I rewatch your video overs, overs, and overs to understand your tutorial. I was still confuse watching other tutorials and yours was very helpful and in very into detail how to use the clutch, shift level, roll off the throttle or even shift level down one by one. I'm definitely a beginner, learning how to ride. I just got a 2022 Yamaha YZF R3

[@Inkednfree333]

Same I’m on a bmw g310r 😂 lord help me haha

[@byronhemphill9436]

This explanation on how to ride a motorcycle far exceeds all the other insightful KZbin videos that I have seen thus far! Simply and eloquently this video has said to me that the goal to being a good rider is to be at one with the bike. Shifting smoothly will allow it to perform at its optimal best!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!

[@abunadia5506]

I’m shocked you don’t have more subscribers! You explain very clear and concise. Your voice is very calm which helps the learning process. Thank you very much! Just subscribed. 👍🏾👍🏾

[@MotoJitsu]

Progress :)

[@ericsoriano6070]

I'm trying to get my first bike... I don't have any experience at all.. And I feel like I'm getting so much confidence with this guy because he is so good given clear and simple comunicación process. Thank you.

[@Jay215maxx]

You the best Eddie. Your vids help me pass my rider course a few weeks back!!!! Keep up the great content man!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

Congrats!!! That's awesome!

[@Jay215maxx]

MotoJitsu thanks again bro!!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@Talj_wow]

I am driving a car over 7yrs now and I feel like I have abit of advantage understanding these good tips.

[@avishekdas2207]

May be the best teacher ever! Great👍🏻

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad you think so!

[@Vet2Dev]

Just completed the MSF course and need to get a bike, this was an excellent demonstration of shifting; prior to watching this video, I found your book and purchased it, The Road to Mastery. Thank you for sharing the knowledge.

[@MotoJitsu]

Congrats and thank you for the support! :)

[@ibrajimenez2098]

Im taking my msf course in a month. These videos have helped me a lot

[@MotoJitsu]

fun!

[@JokerzMi]

Is the MSF course open in Santa Clara county in California? I’m trying to take that soon

[@awxzi6288]

Thank you for showing us exactly how to shift. Ive seen other videos on how to shift and it literally says “just clutch in and shift up” well what does that actually look like and show us very slowly step by step. And you did it perfectly 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Johny40Se7en]

You should be teaching at bike courses Eddie, from beginners to advanced. Brilliant how chilled and nice you make it seem. Can you do a video about tips to change gear quickly and smoothly for intermediate or advanced riders please. I think the advanced riders call it pre loading the gear lever when you sort of press the lever a little bit just before you come off the throttle and then pull in the clutch lever and then click it into gear but I'm having trouble getting used to it because I often over think it. Maybe it's just like that spot on theory you have about the Breathing, Walking and Riding, it'll just come in time when it's ingrained as muscle memory.

[@MotoJitsu]

At the end of the video, I give tips for all riders..and I made 2 other videos about speed up-shifting and rev-matching :) Go search my channel bro! lol I have those videos already made and available now :)

[@znixia]

This is GENUINELY the BBBEEESSSTTT shifting tutorial I've ever seen. I'm 15 and I'm planning on getting my motorcycle license as young as I can, I love riding with my dad and I have a passion for this stuff. Than you so much for this amazing video

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome! MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@znixia]

@@MotoJitsu Nice bike btw

[@mosca3289]

Amazing to see all your replies to recent questions on a year old video. I’m old rider an new sub👍🏻

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! :)

[@qarz]

im 6 45 minute lessons into my A1 motorcycle license, and this video helped me out SO MUCH because my teacher never explained it this clearly, he just said that i should shift from 1st to 2nd gear like i do from neutral to 1st. also the whole letting go of the gas completely is new to me, and the tip about keeping your hands slow is something im definitely gonna try next time.

[@michaelcornaglia2788]

Thanks for these vids, Eddie. They are very informative. I am getting my first bike in a couple of months and these are really helpful

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!

[@marcuslim4144]

I've been scrolling through many bike guides on KZbin. And I gotta say this is the best video motorcycle guide. thank you so much :)

[@majormassenspektrometer]

9:30 Buddy you got yourself a cute and interested spectator creeping slowly closer. ^^

[@MotoJitsu]

:)

[@BadgerScrub]

@@MotoJitsu Do you know who she was and what she wanted? I was waiting for most of the video for you to say something to her or vice versa, but nothing ever happened.

[@MotoJitsu]

@@BadgerScrub She's my gf and I was on her bike lol she was just watching :)

[@BadgerScrub]

@@MotoJitsu Oh wow I didn't actually expect you to reply. Thank you for that. Also, that makes a lot more sense to me; I should have just used Occam's razor to guesswork that.

[@MotoJitsu]

@@BadgerScrub I reply to most comments...if I get asked a question :)

[@abagent4767]

This should be THE MUST WATCH Video on how to shift gears on a bike! Perfectly explained with crisp, clear and precise facts! No Mucking about or beating around the bush shit! Love your Content Man!🙏

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!!

[@_zina9054]

Getting my first bike soon I can't wait , you're awesome ❤

[@MotoJitsu]

Awwww snap!!

[@Casp3r2018]

Just got mine 3 days ago

[@_zina9054]

@@Casp3r2018 lucky be safe ❤ have fun and enjoy the ride

[@claudiastrelow7959]

Oh my gosh have been trying to shift for 3 month trouble cuttin out from first 30 percent of time not driving on streets will try this hopin it works thank very good explanation tryin

[@MotoJitsu]

You got this!

[@letsgetdressed_sc]

I needed this reminder/refresher...AGAIN!

[@MotoJitsu]

glad it was helpful If you haven't already, check out MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@letsgetdressed_sc]

Still struggling with shifting but I've never driven a manual car so gears are new to me. I've only been riding a little while and know Repetition is key so I'll keep practicing

[@Jojo-ou2ef]

Thank you! I'm a new rider and I couldn't understand why my shifting was so jerky. You broke it down and made it very simple to understand.

[@MotoJitsu]

❤️👍🏼

[@oscartravis5740]

This was so measured and easy to follow, great tutorial thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!

[@noaircn]

Out of all countless videos I have watched. This one is the most clear and comprehensive explanation of the basics . Well done I wish my instructor can speak like you. Thanks

[@begozot88]

Thank you this was super helpful! I forgot all about the friction zone, I remember hearing about it but completely forgot what it was this just explained it perfectly thank you so much this is what I've been lacking in my practice. Finding that zone and taking it SLOW thanks again! One thing I need help with is figuring out when its time to switch up and down gears is there a certain mile, rpm to base it on? This seem to be conflicted in this area.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome. When your speed is high enough for the next gear, shift. Go ride, you'll figure it out with more miles. FYI: Do you know about my other KZbin channel? It's a podcast where I interview interesting people, check it out and subscribe! If you already are, thank you!! :) kzbin.info/door/VJeRk29mNO-YRuvOJ73klQ

[@MissJazzmineS]

I’ve watched hundreds of videos and attended the MSF equivalent in my country… this is the first that has explained the throttle/clutch movements as seperate rather initially than saying “it’s one fluid movement”… I know that it should end up one fluid movement as you become experienced with the movement, but it made it so hard to figure out how to get my muscles to do it. I’d do often not roll off the throttle and have such a jolting ride. Also was never told you can keep changing gears without letting out the clutch between each downshift. Thank you!!

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome!

[@ramone390]

Awesome lesson dude thks l totally understand now

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! Share with others :)

[@karrumchandhariparsad6782]

Thank You Fast Eddie. You explain everything so simply. You are the best.

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome!

[@The333]

Excellent. Awesome as usual, Greg. I honestly never realized you should roll all the way off the throttle. I am going to be conscious of this today.

[@MotoJitsu]

I highly recommend it....of course when you get faster at doing this, it'll be seamless :)

[@laurabusick8156]

I just want to say thank you for giving such a easy to listen to instruction. I’m starting my motorcycle class tomorrow and you explained so many things I was confused on. Great video I’ve watch a dozen and no one explained it so Thoroughly like you did. Life saver.

[@mrbanks7015]

I appreciate this video man, I learned a lot!

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re welcome!

[@thenewguyj.f.e.2420]

Because of you I’m riding my new R1200GS ADVENTURE triple black I learn so much from you Sr. That riding this huge motorcycle I’m so confident looking at your videos that I want to give something in return for taking the time for us,, the new motorcycle riders THANK YOU SO MUCH.. from a friend.. JUAN.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome Juan! Sweet bike :)

[@WarrenlaidlerExp]

Great video! Thank you for this bro, as always very thorough and informative.

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kamudankemter]

This guy gives the best beginner friendly information in every video I watch. No nonsense, he is not trying to show how good he is, he is just trying to explain the safest and most practical methods in the simplest way. I practice using the techniques he explains and I feel like I'm progressing safely. I am grateful. Thanks a lot.

[@MotoJitsu]

I appreciate that!

[@ZeroTheCrooked]

What about blipping the throttle? When should we do it and how much of a blip do you need? Is it a different amount for every gear?

[@MotoJitsu]

I already made a video about that. Go search my channel to find it. :)

[@rprides1007]

@Johnny Sorge Just wanted to say Aenima is the greatest album I've ever heard in my life. And it's been my favorite since it first came out in '96. That is all - carry on.

[@mattm9087]

"Ur gonna practice being jerky". Absolutely. I got a buddy who drives a manual car. Been driving for like 10 years with that same car. Still feels like ur gonna toss ur cookies whenever u drive with him. Don't form bad habits. Big reason I'm here. Trying to smooth my shifts out and coming back to the basics. Thanks eddy

[@alex-jandoruelas8322]

Another great dose of wisdom thanks to ur teachings I am know able to go to the front of the line and take of first at a red light knowing I won’t stall. I just keep cool and focus on playing the piano. It has taken a lot of practice and applying what u show us. What would u recommend in the case of approaching intersection where the light has been green for awhile I get a lil anxious 😦 . What I do is prepare for the intersection by slowing enough not to get hit from the back but ready enough to stop if i get yellow where it is to risky to gun it ( that is my mental process right now which causes me tighten up a bit any feedback would be appreciated) I been practicing right turns from a stop and I’m getting better with keeping it tight vs taking up two lanes just to turn right like a semi 🚚 lol

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! For an intersection, I slow down and look both ways for stupid to blow through it...if it's been green a while, I get ready to stop or go a bit faster, it all depends on if there's someone close behind me. If there is, I won't stop fast because they'll probably come close to or actually hit me...I may speed up if someone isn't going to try and turn either...all depends.

[@alex-jandoruelas8322]

K yes that makes sense to many variables I will be aware of all those scenarios and keep practicing until I can process everything faster and not really have to think about it just react. There was once a time when I wasn't feeling confident enough to go to the front and now I can thanks again for taking time to help us all 👍

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome! Courses and practice my friend.

[@salesenablementon-demand4594]

Been riding for ever a decade, this is the best shifting video/instruction I've ever seen. Outstanding job my guy. Got a sub out of me.

[@nelsoncaballero9798]

Thais video is the best thank u bro I give u all my respect and love thanks bro

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome! :)

[@eringovoni4416]

There are so many videos on how to shift up but almost none that teach you how to downshift smoothly. Thanks. I am always unsure of when to let go of the clutch downshifting. Upshifting I’m fine, downshifting told a stop I’m fine.

[@sli77der]

Best motrcycle video tutoriali have seen so far..

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@akbarhussain1767]

Hi MotoJitsu, that's exactly how I first learned to shift & still,very slowly, I didnt try rev matching, thank you Moto Jitsu, that's so pleasing to hear,start & do everything slowly, however slowly ,go five times slower with hands & shift ,thank you friend ,for your time & Excellent demonstration's 🙂🙂🙂

[@MotoJitsu]

👌🏼

[@rainbowarthub]

Great instructional video, just what i needed, thanks !

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome! Please share with others!! FB, IG, text to friends, email to riding buddies, attach the video to pigeons lol

[@byronhemphill9436]

I definitely concur with the other comments about the depth of your instruction! It is on a level that far exceed all the insightful videos about how to ride a motorcycle that I have viewed on KZbin thus far, concerning how to ride motorcycle! In a nutshell you described simply and eloquently the necessity to be one with the bike!!! Dude, you're operating on another plane.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) thanks

[@Ruthlessbone]

Mrs. Motojitsu watching from the sidelines lol

[@MotoJitsu]

lol

[@THIS-STUPID-HANDLE]

@@MotoJitsu This is my first motojitsu video I've watched, i thought she was a stalker, lol. "the more you knoooooooow"

[@AndrewR21]

Never road a motorcycle in my life , bought one & it got delivered today.. I got the hang of it in 20 minutes started driving around my neighborhood. Same exact concept if you know how to drive a stick shift car. This video really helped me out tho bro I appreciate it your really detailed explaining everything

[@MotoJitsu]

glad it helped. Once you get a few thousand miles, get into more training MotoJitsu.com/courses

[@allnighterist]

So i dont have to rev match everytime im going to down shift? I can just hold the clutch and go down all the way to 1st gear?

[@MotoJitsu]

No. If you're coming to a stop sign, yes.

[@fun2gether26]

Re-entering the world of motorcycles after walking away from a VFR some 20 years ago. Your videos and instructional style are awesome. Will subscribe and thank you!

[@virtuallyrs3673]

noooo way if you're hypothetically in 4 gear you can keep kicking down when shifting, I always thought you had to do the shifting process each time all the way to 1st, that's how I've been doing it for months 😂😂

[@MotoJitsu]

Way

[@virtuallyrs3673]

MotoJitsu is it like this for every bike? I was never taught this

[@MotoJitsu]

Virtually Rs yup

[@IM-nt6ql]

Hey Fast Eddie, i actually wanted to ask you something in relation to this. What you mentioned is actually what i’ve been doing ever since i got my endorsement...Lets say i’m in fifth gear and i want to drop down into second before approaching a tight turn. Most times when i drop down multiple gears it is completely smooth but i’ve had few occasions where i’ve locked up the rear. Does this just mean that i had let go of the clutch too soon for the speed i was going for that lower gear? And i should have slowed down much further before letting the clutch out? Also do you have any advice for bikes which experience a lot of engine breaking

[@MotoJitsu]

@@IM-nt6ql yes...you either released too fast or too soon...you can just use the brakes and slow a bit more before pulling in the clutch and downshifting :)

[@StepSisSara]

thanks for the non rev match downshifting.. it was like every downshift video was about rev match and i will learn it soon but not first

[@MotoJitsu]

I don't even rev-match at all anymore...only time it's even relevant is on the track and I don't do it there lol

[@sidpaul8231]

i love you

[@MotoJitsu]

lol

[@Robocoppat]

How did I miss this video? I'm watching this and every/all videos that teach novice how to ride. Thanks Eddie I really need this video.

[@Blank-jt8gm]

It's amazing that you can explain it so simple yet easy to understand. Best video for beginner rider!

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad it was helpful! MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links, etc.

[@MarckazoeStvil]

Im learning how to ride now and you make me as a learner feel very confident. The way you explain step by step is by far the best you video I have seen. I trust everything you have been teaching on your videos. Great job Eddie and thanks for taking the time to show us newbie riders how it’s done 🙏

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome!!

[@rider_bravo]

Hi Eddie, I watched this video a couple of times last week or so and today I practiced it... and it helped me to correct so many issues and problems I had with my downshifting. I can't thank you enough for posting such valuable videos and topics. Thank you so much Sir!

[@MotoJitsu]

That's great!

[@mastamoe3]

Man.. I’m a beginner rider and I watched about 10 videos about shifting that just made it even more confusing.. found this video and it was the most helpful and much easier to understand! Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

:) you're welcome

[@tylerchatwin683]

Thank you for breaking this down and simplifying it. This vid helped things to click for me and I was able vastly improve how smooth I am able to shift. Thank you!!!!

[@gjchambers3011]

Got a KTM 390 two days ago and I've been combing through so many shift videos. It's one thing to move around on your bike, it's another to do it as smoothly as Eddie is showing here. This is what I was looking for! Will be working on these pointers ASAP. Thanks!

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re welcome!!!

[@givemuzic]

OMG, thank you :) I've been search for video on how to properly stop while in gear (downshifting) and you've covered that all in one video. This video will do me, thanks^^

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@buddymckay3486]

I'm soon going to try out a CBR 600 for the first time. I'm already very comfortable with driving a manual car and know how to rev match properly. The only experience I have with a motorcycles is riding a moped with 1 effective gear, so this really helps in understanding the anatomy of a proper bike. Thanks a bunch!

[@MotoJitsu]

I recommend an upright bike like the Street Triple or KTM Duke...sport bikes are so uncomfortable and impractical for street riding

[@marvinabarquez8915]

Watching because I kinda wanna get the enfield himalayan. Looks doable, thanks to your very clear explanation of how it works.

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼

[@marvinabarquez8915]

Hi fast Eddie, just a quick update. Thanks to your videos, I was able to drive a manual bike smoothly after only a half hour of fumbling around. Still have a lot to practice, but it wouldn't have been possible without your vids. Again, thank you for making your videos accessible to all.

[@Wolfe_No.13]

just clicked on this to watch and understand bc i'm thinking about getting a bike and license etc. never knew if it was like some sequential gearboxes where you only need the clutch when stopping or going, or if it was like a stick shift car. glad to know it's like a stick shift car where you need the clutch through the gears and need to remove the throttle when going up a gear

[@davidcmarti]

Thank you so much for your instructional videos. I'm 54 and a brand new rider. Your videos have really help me get over my fear factor of riding a bike. Please keep making them.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome :) Now get out there and practice...otherwise my videos are useless.

[@vanleen]

Interestingly, my instructors never mentioned to release the gas when shifting. So i sometimes "jumped" when shifting and my instructor thought i was pulling the breaks. After a while, i figured it out myself simply by adjusting my driving style... but i couldnt name what i did different. Now i know... thanks! :)

[@breamyivan]

I veeery rarely subscribe...but this channel is one worth it for every rider out there who loves their bike, and themselves too. Keep doing the good work.

[@jaihudson3864]

Im going to be learning to ride soon once me provisional licence comes back in the mail , ive looked all over youtube for help on what to expect on a motorcycle and this is honestly by far the best and well explained video i have ever come across , thankyou so much for helping me feel confidence and less stressed in preperation for my training ❤🏍 😊

[@seangloster599]

What I did gain is simple but helpful. Roll the throttle forward to cut it completely. At times I’ll mistakenly add throttle because my hand is on the throttle. But doing simply rolling forward completely assured cutting it off. Great videos. Just randomly found your channel. Did total control beginner at Visalia Ca and Intermediate class mid December in Fresno.

[@joicemtfitz2237]

Just finished my learners course this video helped me so much thank you very much sir, love from Australia