How To SHIFT GEARS On A Motorcycle

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  • @MotoJitsu
    @MotoJitsu4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching everyone. Check out MotoJitsu.com/shop for my books & new merch :)

  • @yn6371

    @yn6371

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @humanbeing962

    @humanbeing962

    4 жыл бұрын

    You are awesome buddy

  • @humanbeing962

    @humanbeing962

    4 жыл бұрын

    Can I have your cellphone number Please

  • @Calembon27

    @Calembon27

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @bradbates4390

    @bradbates4390

    3 жыл бұрын

    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
    @Pdiddi834 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    awesome!!! :)

  • @humanbeing962

    @humanbeing962

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @XenikGames

    @XenikGames

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @remko8105

    @remko8105

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @sp6990

    2 жыл бұрын

    @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
    @zx7rou8125 жыл бұрын

    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 KZread. Thank you, Eddie!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @egyjuice

    @egyjuice

    3 жыл бұрын

    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

    @richieharkness5535

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@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

    @JamesCouch777

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @dustytriumph

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@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
    @mr.shannon61375 жыл бұрын

    One if the best beginner motorcycle vids on youtube!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    thanks!! Share with others ;)

  • @abunadia5506

    @abunadia5506

    5 жыл бұрын

    I second that! 👍🏾

  • @rajeshkharkwal7137

    @rajeshkharkwal7137

    4 жыл бұрын

    sir how to release clutch after downshift

  • @joyalthomas5301

    @joyalthomas5301

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ukaszsojewski4811

    @ukaszsojewski4811

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @neelabh06
    @neelabh065 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @heremansmarc

    @heremansmarc

    5 жыл бұрын

    We can add MOTOTREK and we have the trio.

  • @ryandavis4689

    @ryandavis4689

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @bobmarley6161

    @bobmarley6161

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you fantastic as always informative and comprehensive

  • @DominusDionysos

    @DominusDionysos

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @onewaywolf3530
    @onewaywolf35305 жыл бұрын

    "Slow hands make happy riders." Oh yeah!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    lol yes!

  • @adriancordeiro3742

    @adriancordeiro3742

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @castawaygibo9661

    @castawaygibo9661

    11 ай бұрын

    That's what she didn't say 😢

  • @myballshurt832

    @myballshurt832

    9 ай бұрын

    ​@@castawaygibo9661skill issue

  • @bladeh7734
    @bladeh7734 Жыл бұрын

    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
    @santafe2011ful5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    @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.

  • @rosemaryus-ct6151
    @rosemaryus-ct61515 жыл бұрын

    ur visual repetitions are so helpful; thanks

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome!

  • @sunsouttbrainsouttdrew433
    @sunsouttbrainsouttdrew433 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @BA-cz4is

    Жыл бұрын

    How is it going so far

  • @jennabanks7274
    @jennabanks72745 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @nbrainshutdown

    @nbrainshutdown

    5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @maxyn1269

    3 жыл бұрын

    Going to the bike to make adjustments right now loooool

  • @Inkednfree333

    @Inkednfree333

    Жыл бұрын

    What would you suggest for the tension 1-4?

  • @lisac6139
    @lisac61398 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @soupsfarm1825
    @soupsfarm18254 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Nice!

  • @Timothy1987
    @Timothy19875 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @mattpascoe9335

    @mattpascoe9335

    3 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @elleehammond1228
    @elleehammond12284 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @majormassenspektrometer
    @majormassenspektrometer5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    :)

  • @BadgerScrub

    @BadgerScrub

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @BadgerScrub

    @BadgerScrub

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @vincentcamachio5369
    @vincentcamachio53694 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @trismegistus4275
    @trismegistus42753 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks :) MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

  • @jmccord4258
    @jmccord42583 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    nice!

  • @7Adelius
    @7Adelius2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    2 жыл бұрын

    you're welcome!

  • @jennwebster6063
    @jennwebster60633 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @archcee
    @archcee Жыл бұрын

    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

    @saralukatah5186

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @avarria5872
    @avarria58722 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @manuelvasquez215
    @manuelvasquez215 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @laurabusick8156
    @laurabusick81562 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @paulbissonnette3650
    @paulbissonnette36505 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @paulbissonnette3650

    @paulbissonnette3650

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! :)

  • @avishekdas2207
    @avishekdas22073 жыл бұрын

    May be the best teacher ever! Great👍🏻

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you think so!

  • @thelants8569
    @thelants85694 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Take more courses, spend more time practicing :)

  • @whysoserious9414
    @whysoserious94142 жыл бұрын

    My first timer anxiety is getting better, thanks Eddie. I got my bike license 4 years ago but haven’t bought a bike because I was scared of riding the bike home but I feel confident now.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    2 жыл бұрын

    ❤️👍🏼

  • @usernamemykel
    @usernamemykel5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Share with others :)

  • @elena-cezaramanoliu6770
    @elena-cezaramanoliu67703 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    nice! Consider sharing the video with others!! Check out MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links, etc.

  • @planecrazyish
    @planecrazyish3 жыл бұрын

    I've been watching loads of your videos. The video and sound quality is always amazing, but what really blows me away, is how well and thoroughly you explain stuff! You go at a nice pace, slow enough to be able to absorb the info you are transmitting, but not so slow it becomes mind numbing and boring. You really have teaching talent. Every single video I have watched, makes total sense and i have fully understood every last bit. I'm very detail driven and I don't feel at all confident, until I know everything! (no matter the subject) and when I watch your videos, I feel fully informed. Every time I finish watching your videos, I just wish I had a bike, to go try it out on :-D I feel SO bloody confident, I would be able to do it. After watching any of your videos, I have NO questions at the end! Teaching is definitely not for everyone, but you were made for this! :-D . Just telling you this, 1 so you know that your work is highly appreciated and, to hopefully reassure you, that your teaching style is spot on and needs no adjustment whatsoever. You deserve every subscriber you have and I have no doubt, you will get plenty more. Thanks for all your great work.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    thanks!! MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

  • @qarz
    @qarz Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @AODWhiTeShaDoW
    @AODWhiTeShaDoW4 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    You bet!

  • @abunadia5506
    @abunadia55065 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Progress :)

  • @Talj_wow
    @Talj_wow3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @marcuslim4144
    @marcuslim41447 ай бұрын

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

  • @michaelcornaglia2788
    @michaelcornaglia27885 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!

  • @letsgetdressed_sc
    @letsgetdressed_sc3 жыл бұрын

    I needed this reminder/refresher...AGAIN!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @letsgetdressed_sc

    @letsgetdressed_sc

    3 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @rider_bravo
    @rider_bravo5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's great!

  • @wllmjhns18
    @wllmjhns184 жыл бұрын

    I've been searching for a lots ofgear shifting videos on KZread and honestly have to say this was the best one. Very educational and very easy to understand. This really made it a less-intense to think about and go into practicing. Keep it up 👍

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! :)

  • @Jay215maxx
    @Jay215maxx5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Congrats!!! That's awesome!

  • @Jay215maxx

    @Jay215maxx

    5 жыл бұрын

    MotoJitsu thanks again bro!!!!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @ZeeMightyMite
    @ZeeMightyMite4 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    👍🏼

  • @mattm9087
    @mattm90872 жыл бұрын

    "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

  • @Kohl.Montana
    @Kohl.Montana2 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @oscartravis5740
    @oscartravis57403 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    thanks!

  • @szkcs
    @szkcs Жыл бұрын

    love your teaching method! watched a ton of tutorial video for riding motorcycle, so far you're on spot number one! keep it up!

  • @ericsoriano6070
    @ericsoriano60702 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @begozot88
    @begozot883 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    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 KZread channel? It's a podcast where I interview interesting people, check it out and subscribe! If you already are, thank you!! :) kzread.info/dron/VJeRk29mNO-YRuvOJ73klQ.html

  • @ibrajimenez2098
    @ibrajimenez20983 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    fun!

  • @JokerzMi

    @JokerzMi

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @salesenablementon-demand4594
    @salesenablementon-demand459411 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @jaihudson3864
    @jaihudson38642 жыл бұрын

    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 ❤🏍 😊

  • @rainbowarthub
    @rainbowarthub5 жыл бұрын

    Great instructional video, just what i needed, thanks !

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @The333
    @The3335 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @Khylur_Getz
    @Khylur_Getz Жыл бұрын

    One of the most informative and comprehensive videos I've seen for new (and "seasoned") riders. Cheers!

  • @nedlyons1954
    @nedlyons19543 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    thanks MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

  • @mosca3289
    @mosca32893 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! :)

  • @mrbanks7015
    @mrbanks70153 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate this video man, I learned a lot!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome!

  • @fun2gether26
    @fun2gether26 Жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @justinmarti3108
    @justinmarti31082 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for helping me grasp the concept of shifting more smoothly. I’ve been having trouble with making it smooth on my new 2021 Honda CB300R ABS but after watching this video, I’m starting to see what I need to do.

  • @WarrenlaidlerExp
    @WarrenlaidlerExp3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @ramonluisfranciscosantos4030
    @ramonluisfranciscosantos40304 жыл бұрын

    Awesome lesson dude thks l totally understand now

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Share with others :)

  • @noaircn
    @noaircn2 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @MarckazoeStvil
    @MarckazoeStvil5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome!!

  • @Johny40Se7en
    @Johny40Se7en5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    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 :)

  • @sli77der
    @sli77der5 жыл бұрын

    Best motrcycle video tutoriali have seen so far..

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @byronhemphill9436
    @byronhemphill94362 жыл бұрын

    This explanation on how to ride a motorcycle far exceeds all the other insightful KZread 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

    @MotoJitsu

    2 жыл бұрын

    thanks!

  • @genebram3241
    @genebram32414 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Eddie for this video! This really helped me troubleshoot my choppy shifting. Recently moved on to a Z900 from a cruiser and thought I had to blip it fast to shift smooth but that was not the case. Been riding about 10 years and still learning.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    AWESOME! I'm glad it helped :)

  • @tonespurz4502
    @tonespurz4502 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @Inkednfree333

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @_zina9054
    @_zina90545 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Awwww snap!!

  • @Casp3r2018

    @Casp3r2018

    5 жыл бұрын

    Just got mine 3 days ago

  • @_zina9054

    @_zina9054

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @kinxya6172
    @kinxya61723 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @kinxya6172

    @kinxya6172

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MotoJitsu Nice bike btw

  • @vectorifix3218
    @vectorifix3218 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    Жыл бұрын

    thanks :)

  • @alex-jandoruelas8322
    @alex-jandoruelas83225 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @alex-jandoruelas8322

    5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! Courses and practice my friend.

  • @nelsoncaballero9798
    @nelsoncaballero97985 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! :)

  • @awxzi6288
    @awxzi6288 Жыл бұрын

    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 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @dr4gonstear
    @dr4gonstear3 жыл бұрын

    I’m only here because someone on the internet tried to explain I was riding my bike wrong. 😂 Thank you for 7:10 explaining how you have to come off the accelerator when shifting. The conversation started because on a video game the rider came off the gas when shifting and someone said thats not how to ride motorbikes, you just hold the accelerator. 🤣😂

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    If your bike has a quick shifter up, you don’t have to release the throttle while upshifting. But most bikes don’t have that.

  • @dr4gonstear

    @dr4gonstear

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MotoJitsu oh is a quick shifter a piece of tech? I thought it was just when you match revs and shift without clutching. I’ve done it a few times in a car, but I much rather save the gearbox and engage the clutch properly. Thanks for the info, especially if it’s uncommon. Probably why the video game in question wouldn’t have gone with it. Edit: just saw your video on rev matching, I’ll go give that a peak.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    Rev matching is when you’re slowing down and braking. Yes it’s technology some bikes have stock or you can put an aftermarket one on it. My previous S1000R had it stock up and down. No clutch needed at all. Only when you start and take off.

  • @dr4gonstear

    @dr4gonstear

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MotoJitsu I’m learning so many new terms... 😅

  • @Ruthlessbone
    @Ruthlessbone5 жыл бұрын

    Mrs. Motojitsu watching from the sidelines lol

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    lol

  • @THIS-STUPID-HANDLE

    @THIS-STUPID-HANDLE

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @johnnys1996
    @johnnys19965 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @rprides1007

    @rprides1007

    5 жыл бұрын

    @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.

  • @NPurvis7622
    @NPurvis76225 жыл бұрын

    I practice this in all my manual cars, but watching this video was the perfect translation for a bike. It was weird enough for me getting over the dry to wet clutch change, but, all of your videos have been wonderful, and I feel in 5 weeks I've learned more than what most msf participants in my area would have. Thanks again for all your content, maybe I can swing by San Diego one of these days.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome!! YES! Come on out! May 11th in Pacific Beach, book signing party :)

  • @salesenablementon-demand4594

    @salesenablementon-demand4594

    11 ай бұрын

    Same when I started riding. I messed up a few times trying to shift it like a car, it was weird shifting at a higher rmp

  • @gjchambers3011
    @gjchambers30114 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome!!!

  • @allnighterist
    @allnighterist5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @sidpaul8231
    @sidpaul82315 жыл бұрын

    i love you

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    lol

  • @abagent4767
    @abagent47674 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    4 жыл бұрын

    thanks!!

  • @AndrewR21
    @AndrewR21 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @virtuallyrs3673
    @virtuallyrs36735 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Way

  • @virtuallyrs3673

    @virtuallyrs3673

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Virtually Rs yup

  • @IM-nt6ql

    @IM-nt6ql

    5 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@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 :)

  • @savanahtiemann154
    @savanahtiemann1543 жыл бұрын

    I just stumbled upon your channel yesterday and you are the best I've seen yet for helping me with just learning to ride, getting down technique, and everything in between.. im a beginner rider and your videos are an absolute must!! Thank you so much for your insight it is truly helpful 😊

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @SaudiSmoker1
    @SaudiSmoker1 Жыл бұрын

    This video is one of the best I've seen in motorcycle driving lessons, thank you thumbs up

  • @orphanoforbit7588
    @orphanoforbit75882 жыл бұрын

    I had my first driving lesson today. The instructor had no patience. Started yelling and swearing through the earpiece at how bad I was doing. Now I have the fear. But your videos will probably dig me out. Thanks again.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow that dude should be fired

  • @eringovoni4416
    @eringovoni4416 Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @byronhemphill9436
    @byronhemphill94362 жыл бұрын

    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 KZread 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

    @MotoJitsu

    2 жыл бұрын

    :) thanks

  • @shanewhite195
    @shanewhite195 Жыл бұрын

    Great video man, just finished my msf course... I need more info on shifting and this helped a ton!

  • @Bob-ts2tu
    @Bob-ts2tu Жыл бұрын

    great explanation to pick up a few tips before my CBT training, and hopefully beyond - thanks

  • @user-mq5po1vv1e
    @user-mq5po1vv1e Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for showing this and explaining it well.. I had my practice test today , think i need to get use to the shifting gears.. first time on the bike it felt awesome but i can see how important it is to learn these produces for everyone's safety

  • @tylerchatwin683
    @tylerchatwin683 Жыл бұрын

    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!!!!

  • @rickblais7420
    @rickblais7420 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely great thorough tutorial 👏 love it!!

  • @davidgwynjones1737
    @davidgwynjones17375 жыл бұрын

    Hi moto I'm so glad there are people like yourself out there doing this type of video back in the day when I baught my first bike the garage showed me where everything was and that the gears were one down three up and that was it luckily I had been riding bikes since I was fourteen ,I'm 65 now great video don't stop doing them by the way I'm over the pond in Wales

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! I'm glad they're helping!

  • @TS-ui2uu
    @TS-ui2uu Жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid! You seem to be a very good efficient teacher as today i decided to learn about bikes and this is some of the best tutorials I've seen. Keep it up 💪🏽❤️

  • @Vet2Dev
    @Vet2Dev3 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    Congrats and thank you for the support! :)

  • @MrDiplomata
    @MrDiplomata3 жыл бұрын

    I followed your advices, the riding got muuuuuch better! Thanks again!

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear!

  • @TaylorBisset
    @TaylorBisset5 жыл бұрын

    Finally I had my questions answered. This is the best video on shifting I have seen. I keep being told each gear has to be shifted in order, but it never made sense to have to pull the clutch and shift and repeat to get to first gear. Also, no one has said that neutral is only a half click; no one ever says that you shift through neutral into 2nd. Thank you. I'm trying to learn as much as I can before I start my first ride course.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    It’ll all be explained in your course :)

  • @TaylorBisset

    @TaylorBisset

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@MotoJitsu I know it will, I have no doubts. I've always liked to self-educate before jumping into something.

  • @MotoJitsu

    @MotoJitsu

    5 жыл бұрын

    Good idea and no matter what the course is, it's only the basic information....8th grade education on riding. More courses mean high school diploma, AA, BS, MS, and PhD.

  • @TaylorBisset

    @TaylorBisset

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@MotoJitsu I will remember that. Thanks man

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