Proper clutch and throttle control on your motorcycle

In this video, I discuss proper clutch and throttle control and its importance in low speed handling. Hope to see lots of friends and fans over at Daytona, March 7th during bike week, 2020. Donna and I will be at Destination Daytona from 11am till 1pm, then we'll head to the speedway and walk around from 1:30 till 3:00pm before we head home. www.ridelikeapro.com To get the two dvd special, call 866-868-7433 9am to 9pm EST, Monday thru Saturday.
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[@motorman857]

Don't forget, I, along with Donna, AKA, camera girl, will be at destination Daytona Harley dealer this Saturday from 11 AM to 1 Pm walking around the vendor area, videoing and interviewing folks. Come up and say hello. We will then head over to the Speedway about 1:30 to 3:Pm and do some more videoing and talking with vendors and fans.

[@thejerseyj9422]

Been practicing U-turns in a too small parking lot... Hit a curb, bent my shift lever. Same day, fixed my shift lever. Same day, found a bigger parking lot. Thanks for your efforts Jerry. Even though I live in New Jersey I still try to get out riding most days. Only way to stay proficient is to stay in the saddle. Enjoy Daytona !

[@joels.strickland7558]

Jerry you encourage me to practice safe riding/ turning/ braking as opposed to just heading down the highway. Thank You!

[@leonbridges1802]

Motorman, you are a GOD send, thanks for the helpful tips, keep up the good work and GOD bless.

[@motorman857]

I appreciate that!

[@GusDaCosta]

This video came just in time, I’ve been practicing turning on this street near my house without putting my foot down, still haven’t been able too, This video will definitely help.

[@scottquier929]

Buy his video and book - money very well spent!

[@jimkoch1040]

@@scottquier929 agreed. Glad I spent the money.

[@motorman857]

You got this!

[@drummerdm1016]

Thanks motorman, have a great time at Daytona and be safe.

[@shoreline780]

Been Riding for years since I was a kid. Thought I knew it all. I dont. Thanks for the Eye opener Motorman! Im learning lots and my riding has really improved,.

[@efiske38]

Jerry Ben riding for 65 years still learn something from your videos .good work.

[@motorman857]

Great to hear!

[@1mgervais]

Another Good One Jerry! Keep' em coming! Waiting for the snow to melt to get out there and practice!

[@dyates6380]

Love this guy and his channel.

[@gabrialavichai9615]

Love the Lowrider S! Thanks for the video--helps a lot.

[@klat6636]

You rock, thanks for specifying the rpm range.

[@kethvelo]

Great hints , pressure zone + air pressure , practicing as I go go go

[@MotoGermania]

Thank you for everything, Jerry. You are really the best in Business.

[@motorman857]

I appreciate that!

[@michaelmitchell5909]

I always thumbs up, the exhaust sounds really good man!.....cant beat tab pipes

[@XxEmowolvexX]

Really do appreciate it the videos! It has helped me come a long way from being a beginner.

[@motorman857]

Glad to help

[@brett1965ge]

Hi, love your videos, very helpful. Thank you. All the best from Hamburg and have a good time in Daytona.

[@motorman857]

Thanks, you too!

[@jb1876]

One of the nicest looking bikes ever, safe riding.

[@timothydardar4909]

My favorite DVDs

[@ElwoodProductionsKzo]

Great video, thank you for your knowledge and sharing!

[@motorman857]

My pleasure!

[@mitchellmuise7703]

That great can you make a video on counter steering. On cruiser bike bike thanks Love your videos

[@davidbaker4879]

Love your videos

[@Bluesdriven80]

Great just bought a larger bike and I haven’t ridden regularly in a while was just thinking about this .

[@motorman857]

Check this link also kzbin.info/www/bejne/i57Jd6x-orelgtk

[@Jarhead6]

Thank you

[@the1spyderryder]

Hey motorman, i have decided you are in Tampa. Lol ill be in Daytona Wednesday.

[@scottquier929]

I bought your materials (I think it was a 5 DVD and book deal) back in Nov 2019. I always carry a bag of split tennis balls and practice something (20 or 30 minutes) just about every time I go for a ride. That practicing really paid off this last weekend. Two-up with the better half and got caught on a back-country road going somewhere I didn't want to go. Road was about 3/4 as wide as the one you're doing the U-Turns on in this video. Without stopping, without putting a foot down, going about 7 to 10 MPH, did the little swerve to the left, turned the head and eyes, a little brake, a little throttle, a little clutch, and the U-Turn was done! A little fist-pump and a whoop in comms and we were going in the direction we wanted to go!

[@harleyryder82]

You should come to steel horse rally in fort smith arkansas in may or bikes blues and bbq in fayetteville AR

[@petertrapani8701]

Great vlog Jerry. Be Safe🏍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@motorman857]

Thank you, I will

[@garyloucks7682]

Thanks again another excellent video well worth the subscription cost!

[@motorman857]

What subscription cost? I don't charge a cent to subscribe to my youtube channel.

[@faisaldalati]

Even at low speed maneuvering I will need little throttle? Usually I do it with clutch and friction zone only

[@illfaptothis333]

This was great jer

[@fbja07s40]

Hello Jerry Thanks for the video, I am new to riding so I am always looking for different tips to make my ride safer and more enjoyable. I know your classes are in FL, but do you ever make your way out west? Thanks for all the tips. Ride safe.

[@georgekoval152]

Love the videos and tips have fun in Daytona wish I could be there to meet you in person Jerry

[@motorman857]

Next time!

[@paulpugh2480]

Hello Jerry,learning so much from you. Would you consider incorporating an overhead drone in your cone weave segment ?

[@jeromieholt225]

Great video!

[@motorman857]

Thanks!

[@teresamoore6906]

New sub !Thank you for sharing!!

[@pureonyx5090]

I just subbed great channel!!!

[@motorman857]

Thanks for subbing!

[@RevJay_Rides]

I won’t be there that early, but I will be there. I’ll mainly be at the speedway.

[@lisaleitch]

THANK YOU!!!!!

[@Keenshandymanservices]

Thanks

[@michaelcerreto8645]

I like to feel that I have precise control on the throttle. What this does though is cause my hand and forearm to be sore from this "death grip". I can't seem to relax the right hand and have good rpm control.

[@TJRohyans]

Missed seeing you at Destination Daytona. My buddy and I were there on Friday. How much is "a little pressure" on the rear brake? I seem to be able to Slow Race pretty well just feathering the clutch without using any rear brake. I guess I'm doing it wrong though. And I need to practice holding my RPM's in the 1500-2000 range - the throttle on my 2018 Yamaha Eluder is a "Throttle by Wire" and there's a bit of a dead spot in it where trying to "blip" the throttle doesn't seem to work as well on it. Peace and love.

[@dreamstrue9332]

Learn something important in this video 🙏 thanks

[@motorman857]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dreamstrue9332]

@@motorman857 It helps alot , after watching this I had a much better understanding than before, thank you 🙏

[@michaelcooper9523]

2 days ago I moved up from an Indian Scout Bobber to a Road King and just watching a few of ur videos has made me more comfortable already with what I've been doing wrong. Can u do a more updated video on counter steering? I just wanna understand the concept more when doing turns and such and proper body placement on tight turns.

[@motorman857]

Just posted a counter steering video on my channel today.

[@Syrpens]

Thank you motorman

[@Steve-ec6ed]

Hey Jerry, any chance you could do this for us with a camera near your foot brake so we can see exactly where and how you're applying the brake in the turn? Great vid as usual!

[@motorman857]

It's in my Ride Like a Pro video as well as much more than you see here on youtube. C'mon, 20 bucks for 2 hours of detailed instruction.

[@MrGordon121]

lol your a riot wish I was there travel safe you two and hello from Fort Erie Ontario Canada, your number 1 Canadian subscriber!!

[@justanotherviewer52]

Thanks Motorman.

[@motorman857]

You bet

[@MeHoW93]

Hey! Does keeping little throttle (1500-1700rpm) while going in the friction zone damage the clutch?

[@murasakinotsukifjc]

I just got this same exact bike and have been having issues with the friction zone. My first Harley so I'm not used to it. Any way you can adjust the friction zone to where it isn't all the way at the end of the clutch on the low rider s? Used to be able to do u-turns just fine on bikes that have early clutch engagements. This bike is a bit more difficult for me.

[@motorman857]

Sure you can adjust the clutch. Check your manual.

[@ericsalinas1839]

and I just bought the New ride like a pro and STMS's 2

[@TheRmoroni]

Jerry,can you please explain in a little more detail what is the cause of slow speed/slow stopping chugging.Thank you for your time!

[@motorman857]

Having the clutch fully engaged while applying pressure on the rear brake will cause that chugging.

[@TheRmoroni]

@@motorman857 THANKS AGAIN!

[@sissellassen-hansen]

Thanks ♥️🇧🇻🇧🇻

[@stavechurch9973]

🇸🇯

[@gucci4871]

Cool

[@rponycar]

Jerry, Please comment about clutch hand technique. I have always had a tendency to "hold on" with my index finger and work the clutch with my remaining fingers for fear the bike might get away from me, especially when starting off into a turn or slow speed maneuvering. Is this habit I need to break? Thanks

[@motorman857]

Yes. Use 4 fingers on the clutch.

[@faniskli4393]

the whole time you put pressure in the clutch too?

[@Mr.McStache]

In your class you have target cones to look (help turn the head and eyes) where do you look without cones?

[@motorman857]

You look for the spot where you want to turn. Ya know, the spot where there's no sand, rocks or broken glass.

[@michaelwaldrop7094]

Quick question. So I bought your ride like a pro and have been practicing. I've got the slow race down but am having trouble with turns. I'm in the friction zone, throttle is where it needs to be but for some reason I'm loosing power in the turn. It's like what I'm doing in the slow race doesn't carry over to the turn. I thought maybe when I'm turning, my grip on the throttle might be coming too tight and am disengaging the clutch. But I've made sure to keep it steady. It's like the turn requires power than the straight slow race. I've made sure I keep consistent brake pressure throughout as well. Am I just not "deep" enough into the friction zone? Not that it matters but here's what I'm riding 2003 Yamaha v star 650 classic.

[@motorman857]

Email me a video of your practice sessions and I'll be able to advise you.

[@michaelwaldrop7094]

@@motorman857 that's going to be tough. I'll have to find someone to record me. That or I'll have to strap my phone to my head. Unfortunately I don't have a "camera girl" 😕. But I'll try to figure something out. Thanks.

[@jesshachbart8234]

For beginners or even intermediates riders would you recommend trying these maneuvers in 1st or 2nd gear?

[@motorman857]

1st gear.

[@0873sp]

Hi ya Jerry, Hope you're well. I'll bet you may have gotten this question before but some people I know are starting in with the electric bikes. Have you test rode the live wire and if so, what suggestions would you have for people that are getting into the electric bike market? Since there is no clutch or friction zone on electric, how would you suggest people that are interested in them to practice these techniques? Personally I'll never own one but I'm sure there will be some that may come to your class with electric bikes

[@motorman857]

Throttle against brake, and head and eyes.

[@0873sp]

@@motorman857 right. I had the same thoughts, however, I wonder if doing that with an electric would cause damage? Maybe I should ask Matt Levatich. Oh that's right, he was fired! Lol. Sorry bad joke.

[@0873sp]

@@motorman857 btw, you'll be happy to know that at the 2nd motor officer class last Saturday I took, I had an absolute blast!! I was doing motor officer u turns like a champ! I wish I could have had someone record me but I don't have a go pro yet. At first, I didn't turn my head fast enough and was turning too early and cutting myself off a whole bunch of area but once I got it down, I was going through it like no one's business.

[@danielleslie6771]

Jerry in your videos you mention use a tiny bit of rear brakes when is it safe to use the front brakes and do you ever use it much?

[@motorman857]

The front brake has all your stopping force. Just don't use it at low speeds with the handlebars turned. On the road use both brakes whenever coming to a stop. You need the Ride Like a Pro video. It's very detailed, runs 2 hours and it's only 20 bucks ridelikeapro.com.

[@417hzAday]

I differentiate between different scenarios. Still require highway bars though

[@mikebigeasyrider]

Ha Jerry, you happen to be going to "Thunder Beach" rally in Panama City Beach in late April ?

[@motorman857]

No plans to as of now.

[@mikebigeasyrider]

Ok, let your subs know if you decide if you going .......Thanks

[@fugitivetattoo]

Use terminology for the dummies like me. I don't engage and disengage my clutch I squeeze it, or I let off. So does engage = squeeze?

[@0873sp]

Hey Jerry, Got a question about a rumor I heard last week. Is it or is it not true that when motor officers go through training that they CAN'T use the rear brake to stabilize? I heard at my class last week that at motor school, they don't let you use rear brake and I'm just wondering if that's true or not. Thanks.

[@motorman857]

Yes. After day two, no more rear brake.

[@0873sp]

@@motorman857 wow. I guess that is why y'all are really that good!😄 I assume they yell at you if you do or simply kick you out, eh?

[@jimedward8908]

Hey Jerry, which model of HD you riding in this one?

[@thanosetsitty1896]

He’s riding his brand new 2020 low rider S.

[@user-ki9qw3pn3g]

Perfect 100 % Sir could show us flog on honda goldwing .... Thank you very much

[@canadianloon6433]

10/10

[@westcoast3595]

Taller risers?

[@renostubbs8504]

You sold me on this video, subscribe!!! Thank you

[@andrewluberto]

If you fully let go of the clutch will you stall out ? I’ve been told to let go out my clutch so I don’t burn it out but I feel my bike starting to stall and then I drop the bike.

[@motorman857]

You need to take a beginner course where you'll learn to use the clutch and throttle. Do so as soon as possible before you hurt yourself.

[@dyates6380]

Question. While doing this exercise, are you still holding the clutch partially in? As in the entire time?

[@417hzAday]

Yes-the engine would simultaneously be pumping just enough to push the bike. Any less would stall you out

[@417hzAday]

Most importantly have you mastered it yet?

[@hunterp5252]

You’d be a great guy to sit down and smoke a blunt or have some drinks and hear some storys

[@debaronAZK]

why does adding rear brake at low speed turns make things easier?

[@motorman857]

Physics. Try it on a bicycle and you''ll find that a little pressure on the rear brake against the pedal, and you'll be able to stand still and still keep the bicycle up. Works the same way on a motorcycle.

[@TheGholiday]

Can you get a website to sell your dvds? It’ll make it so much easier for international orders.

[@motorman857]

I've had my website which sells my videos for over 20 years, www.ridelikeapro.com

[@TheGholiday]

Ride Like a Pro Jerry Palladino thank you. All I saw on this video was for people to call you. I’ve now bookmarked your site to my favourites.

[@chrislacosse6500]

How much is the riding course?

[@motorman857]

My classes in Florida are 150.00. Here's the link from my website, www.ridelikeapro.com/rider-classes/

[@orla.d7546]

What motorcycle is this one on video?

[@motorman857]

This is my 2020 Harley Low Rider S

[@orla.d7546]

@@motorman857 thank you. Love your videos.

[@Tuleyne]

Jerry, I'd be willing to bet you have another pair of gloves at home just like those.

[@motorman857]

Yes but opposite. The half glove is so I can work the camera smart guy.

[@81722Les]

ahahahaha, Jerry, Nigerians be calling you @ odd hours?

[@elcamino5145]

Donna is better than you Jerry. Need more Donna.. Love you

[@junietbrue2686]

A throttle assist helps with throttle control

[@TheDramaticDream]

My father in law is pretty upset with me that I purchased this bike with zero experience other than a Zuma 125. I decided on the Africa Twin because I’m a big guy and it felt comfortable, however with that comfort I was not expecting the power it had. Long story short, I did what some would call whiskey Throttled into a parked car that had a rack of bikes on the back. I got pretty hurt lots of stitches and a destroyed sense of pride. Very embarrassing. The bike is reparable. The family wants me to sell the bike and get something smaller like a 500cc, but now that I’ve felt the power of a 1100cc I don’t think I’ll like anything smaller. I’m 6’1 300lbs my father in law that’s been riding for 40 years says it was Irresponsible for the dealership to recommend that bike for me especially coming from a scooter. He believes I’m playing with fire. That I don’t have the skills associated for that bike. I’ve put 800miles on the bike, I felt pretty comfortable until that moment. Am I moron? Should i downgrade?

[@IamTheGoatstroker]

Just ordered the combo platter from your website. Looking forward to that. I haven’t had my bike out for a year or two, so now’s a good time to get some training before I hop back on. Another KZbinr I have no affiliation with just posted a “Rider Down” video. The rider is a fellow Army Vet and he’s pretty banged up. Thought I’d try to spread the word, I hope you don’t mind. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHecn5mCd99rpcU

[@motorman857]

Yes I gave to the cause as well.

[@elcamino5145]

My batteries are dead

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