I have rode a dirtbike before and know how to shift on that... but the question is... how would you guys compare the shifting done on a dirtbike when compared to a streetbike like a
Kawasaki Ninja 636
or
Suzuki GSX R-750????
A lot more then a dirtbike... a lot less, just what are your opinions....
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There's not really one answer to that... but the shifting on a sport bike is a more precise action...if only because the change in gear ration has such a profound effect.
Dump the clutch and you're trying to do a backflip.
shift and then get back on the throttle too hard and you're doing speeds above your ability and legal limits...without even trying.
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Dump the clutch and you're trying to do a backflip.
shift and then get back on the throttle too hard and you're doing speeds above your ability and legal limits...without even trying.
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The mechanics of shifting will still be the same.
Clutch in, throttle down, shift, throttle up, clutch out.
Clutch in, throttle down, shift, throttle up, clutch out.
Of course I'm generalizing from a single example here, but everyone does that. At least I do.
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+1 Sev on the mechanics of it.
As for how "busy" the bike is, rather you are shifting to always be in the best gear, that depends both on the bike (some bikes keep you very busy) and the driving conditions (crowded traffic, stop and go, city vs rural).
When starting out, it almost seems to be an inconvenience to be changing gears all the time, but the upside is that doing all that practice and learning to feel the bike and shift constantly and controlling, it grows second nature.
The transition from dirt to street isn't too far off, but you have to be aware of the techniques and methods difference. A power brake into gravel on a dirtbike on a curve offroad is normal, but locking the rear brake on a curve in gravel on a streetbike is no no and you'll 99% crash. The upside is you have the dirtbike handling skills engrained that some bike's movements or situations will not scare you and catch you offguard.
As for how "busy" the bike is, rather you are shifting to always be in the best gear, that depends both on the bike (some bikes keep you very busy) and the driving conditions (crowded traffic, stop and go, city vs rural).
When starting out, it almost seems to be an inconvenience to be changing gears all the time, but the upside is that doing all that practice and learning to feel the bike and shift constantly and controlling, it grows second nature.
The transition from dirt to street isn't too far off, but you have to be aware of the techniques and methods difference. A power brake into gravel on a dirtbike on a curve offroad is normal, but locking the rear brake on a curve in gravel on a streetbike is no no and you'll 99% crash. The upside is you have the dirtbike handling skills engrained that some bike's movements or situations will not scare you and catch you offguard.