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Old 04-01-2004, 11:33 PM
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Re: newbie racer

How can I explain the use of slipping the clutch .

Feathering the clutch is an advanced skill, and can be useful for certain things, but dragging the rear brake is probably to achieve the same effect, with more applications. It's my opinion that you don't load down a new rider with complicated skills. I'd spend my time teaching them about traction control and risk management, predicting hazards and dealing with things like sand, rain, wind, etc.

A better way to approach the subject of slipping the clutch is that of using the clutch, rather than the brakes or throttle, to control the bike at low speeds. It centers around stability, and the fact that the bike is unstable at slow speeds, and the lugging action of the motor can make the throttle have much more effect on balance and speed. In the MSF classes, we teach students to use the friction zone (the point where the clutch begins to transmit power from the engine to the wheel) to control speed. Ease it out enough to get the bike up to a stable (4+ mph) speed, then squeeze it in and coast, easing it out again when more speed is needed.

i got it of google.com , see how easy hope it helps!
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