How To Shift a Motorcycle For Beginners

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  • čas přidán 3. 06. 2022
  • One of the questions I get the most is how do I shift a motorcycle for beginners? So I put this video together to help make shifting a motorcycle for beginners easy. Learn how to shift a motorcycle using a simple three-step method.
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Komentáře • 291

  • @scottyd0530
    @scottyd0530 Před rokem +725

    Man, I gotta say, I don't have a motorcycle yet but I plan on getting one, and this video right here just made learning so much easier. I appreciate videos like this where the instructions are simple and easy to follow.

    • @young_genna
      @young_genna Před 9 měsíci +5

      Same

    • @jakeallen4668
      @jakeallen4668 Před 9 měsíci +1

      I’m right with you bro

    • @fugduhhh
      @fugduhhh Před 8 měsíci +2

      Me too. Thank you for simple and enjoyable guides

    • @Ur_friendly-neighbour
      @Ur_friendly-neighbour Před 8 měsíci +1

      Same here brotha

    • @zerod3618
      @zerod3618 Před 7 měsíci +2

      hell yeah, very close to getting myself a motorcycle and this vids give me an idea of how to ride it properly

  • @eboniecleaver2
    @eboniecleaver2 Před měsícem +46

    “Sis cause I know we have some women that be watching this channel” I feel so seen! Thank you lol ima watch these videos until I do my course for my license

  • @shreyasc60
    @shreyasc60 Před rokem +258

    Finally completed all your riding tutorials! I did improve a lot just after watching your vids and practicing on my bike. Much love and respect, thanks for keeping your tutorials easy to grasp.

  • @FlamingCockatiel
    @FlamingCockatiel Před 8 měsíci +11

    1. Release the throttle and open the clutch.
    2. Shift up/down.
    3. Give it a little gas while releasing clutch slowly.
    Love the enthusiasm!

  • @andreasl-punkt
    @andreasl-punkt Před 4 měsíci +35

    My father (75y) is a retired driving teacher. Showed him your videos. His English is not very good, but he said: very good videos! He would use it for the theory lessons, if he was still teaching. Best regards from Germany!

  • @teequegaming6447
    @teequegaming6447 Před 2 lety +258

    Absolutely love your content, and how beginner friendly it is. We all love high speed videos, but it's videos like these that get people up there. Thank you for helping teach the new generation of bikers, including me :)

  • @Rekaert
    @Rekaert Před 26 dny +6

    Your enthusiasm and energy had me smiling like one minute into the vid. 😀

  • @garronbennett2722
    @garronbennett2722 Před 7 měsíci +22

    I just got an R3 and this is hands down the most helpful video I’ve seen on shifting, the repetition of the steps really helps some may find it annoying but I think it’s perfect for trying to get it engraved into someone’s head thank you so much for this vid man really great work your doin🙏

  • @scottwinstanley4436
    @scottwinstanley4436 Před měsícem +6

    Second video i've watched, liked and subscribed. 45 year old never ridden a bike before, have my first training in a week, thanks so much for the way you explain

  • @ishnookie
    @ishnookie Před 3 měsíci +11

    I can now proudly say that I'm an expert in shifting gears in front of my computer
    Thanks bud!
    From Philippines

  • @MrRompilla
    @MrRompilla Před 11 měsíci +25

    I know it’s not that easy but the way you explain it makes it awhile lot simpler. Definitely looking forward to learning/riding in the future here

  • @habitsforgrowth8204
    @habitsforgrowth8204 Před 2 lety +63

    What a great video! I don’t even have a motorcycle, nor do I plan to get one, but your videos are so good I keep watching them.
    If I ever were to buy a motorcycle I would definitely revisit all of these great tips! Thanks for putting out these videos!
    I can tell how passionate you are about motorcycles and it’s motivating me to continue with the projects I have going on too.

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před 2 lety +10

      Hey that's wonderful 🥰. Your profile name is awesome btw. Habits makes us who are

    • @habitsforgrowth8204
      @habitsforgrowth8204 Před 2 lety +7

      @@socalriderb Thanks! I couldn’t agree with you more! 😊

  • @Mad_Doctor_K
    @Mad_Doctor_K Před 9 měsíci +6

    This gave me the confidence to want to learn even more and took away a lot of that anxiety thank you!

  • @predata252
    @predata252 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Im just starting out on a little Ninja 300 atm in Australia, your vids have been the biggest help out of all the tutorial vids i have watched... big thanks !!

  • @ilyasbhatt9951
    @ilyasbhatt9951 Před rokem +9

    love it man i don't know much english but how you taught was for all beginners that wanted to learn within 10 minutes.. so easy to focus on how you teach

  • @walter5700
    @walter5700 Před rokem +7

    ey man i gotta tell you, youre making me go into my lessons a lot more relaxed man, thank you for that!

  • @donotdisturb4801
    @donotdisturb4801 Před rokem +1

    i haven’t gotten my motorcycle yet i plan to soon, and js watching your vids make me understand motorcycles more day by day, thank you‼️

  • @illiria2000
    @illiria2000 Před 6 měsíci

    Excellent work on explaining everything. I appreciate you.

  • @sanz.9805
    @sanz.9805 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Damn, I've learnt more in this one video than all youtube tutorial videos combined. Appreciate you brother ❤

  • @nalco8929
    @nalco8929 Před 2 dny

    What an amazing video. Thank you so much for making this! I finally understand!

  • @avagibson2293
    @avagibson2293 Před 4 měsíci +1

    This is amazing, I was looking everywhere for somebody to explain to me WHEN to shift. Every Google search came up with HOW, but didn’t explain WHEN and I was so frustrated. I didn’t even know you could downshift multiple gears at once, I thought you had to do the whole process each time all the way to first gear. Until this video that I decided to watch from my recommendations the next day even though I have seen how to shift a bike before. And the best part is, you do the demonstration on the bike I want to buy! Thank you so so much!!!!! ❤🎉

    • @sonnychornley9457
      @sonnychornley9457 Před 3 měsíci

      I don't have a bike but had a standard car. I'd assume it's the same, when the engine starts to get loud ,shift its usually between 20-40kph can be 25- 30 then shift

  • @ShogunMathNinja
    @ShogunMathNinja Před rokem +11

    I was practicing my hand and foot movements as you were telling us what you were doing. That was great practice for this newbie. Thanks!

  • @chubz2189
    @chubz2189 Před 10 měsíci

    Love the video, and love your energy you are just fun to watch.

  • @Salamethusayn
    @Salamethusayn Před 17 dny

    I haven't ever got on a bike yet but I know how to shift in my sleep now thanks to you. Great demo man!

  • @shwethanagarajan4461
    @shwethanagarajan4461 Před 10 měsíci +5

    Thank you for this video. It made me to analyse where I made mistakes while shifting the gears and also finding out why I was able to ride on the Yamaha R15 V1 better than a normal commuting bike. I'll rewatch your videos when I get my dream bike in future ❤

  • @moasher
    @moasher Před měsícem +1

    love your videos man

  • @abelb.1532
    @abelb.1532 Před 5 měsíci

    You're a good teacher. Understood everything perfectly always wanted to know never found the opportunity.

  • @johnnyF2023
    @johnnyF2023 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you I'm learning alot

  • @jav13r909
    @jav13r909 Před 6 měsíci

    This video is awesome! Thanks for this!!

  • @YaddaYaddaDa
    @YaddaYaddaDa Před rokem

    You're an excellent teacher thank you

  • @laceybiggerstaff9769
    @laceybiggerstaff9769 Před rokem +2

    This repetition was super helpful!!

  • @0nly1rricky
    @0nly1rricky Před 9 měsíci +1

    you helped me a lot bro, this gave me more confidences to drive a bike and i'm get one in 2 months to excited

  • @coronaxavier11b34
    @coronaxavier11b34 Před měsícem

    Ordering a Dong Fang 125 cc 4 speed next week as my starter bike,,,using your instructions 100% ty .

  • @SuzenaFal
    @SuzenaFal Před rokem +5

    Hey, i absolutely love your videos and i love your energy. You bring an excitement for me because you're such a kind demonstrator- I have many men in my family who ride bikes, from scooters to an R1. Ive always been a backpack rider, and now i'm all in on getting my motorcycle license. I have no knowledge on manual, but with too much eagerness and determination to learn it on a bike, i bought a second-hand 2002 HONDA VTR 250. Ive managed to grasp onto the concept and been shifting from first to second and back down - on repeat. I have no one to help me as my family is traditional and quite sexist on a girl riding- let alone even having interest in it. I have a quiet suburb and my neighbours are surprisingly really cool with me going around the block unlicensed while learning.. they can see how determined I am. I finally decided to book my MSF/Rider Safe Course as its not worth getting caught or injured unlicensed- i.m attending the course in 7 days.
    I noticed you shifted from 4th gear to 1st gear by keeping open the clutch. Is that pretty common and safe for all riders? Ive been desperate to hit 3rd and 4th gear as my confidence is getting way better, but the thought of having to downshift one at a time and quickly before reaching a stop; makes me super nervous. Thanks again for your great videos and sorry to blab it all out.. needing some guidance and i respect you heaps. Much love from Australia.

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před rokem

      Can you DM me at @Socalriderb on instagram

  • @majorpayne7909
    @majorpayne7909 Před 8 měsíci

    Great Video as a Newbie to riding this helped me assure I was shifting correctly.

  • @mukro
    @mukro Před 9 měsíci +1

    Thanks man you really cleared when slowing down and lowering the clutch for me, was confused on how to downshift when coming to a stop

    • @mukro
      @mukro Před 9 měsíci

      Nice bike btw was thinking of getting the ninja 400 for my first bike looks really nice and good speed for me as a beginner

  • @andrewroberts4071
    @andrewroberts4071 Před 5 dny

    Good knowledge.
    Good vibes
    Great video brotha

  • @agembry1
    @agembry1 Před měsícem

    All of these videos are excellent

  • @AdversaryGaming
    @AdversaryGaming Před 7 měsíci +2

    You're a legend man really appreciate your videos. These vids are extremely helpful!

  • @driftydegree5624
    @driftydegree5624 Před dnem +1

    Wow Thank you very much!

  • @eminemiwoo
    @eminemiwoo Před 7 měsíci +2

    Thank you so much for making these videos😭❤️ Ive been wanting to ride a motorcycle but i have a hard time understanding manual gear shifting. This video made it so much easier to understand and to pick up. Thanks smmm

  • @lightofjasper5600
    @lightofjasper5600 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thanks homie. You make this sound so easy. I’m looking forward to taking ur tips and using Em on the street!

  • @waynecharlton954
    @waynecharlton954 Před 7 měsíci

    Brilliant do my cbt training in the uk this coming week I'm learning what you are doing and if I pass my training I will go on carparks like you are doing this is a great video keep them coming Brilliant

  • @brennanbascharow4541
    @brennanbascharow4541 Před rokem +4

    bro im about to get my first bike you have been so helpful with shifting and other general bike knowledge. You're the goat. You explain things very well. i appreciate you. hopefully getting the ninja 650 btw!

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před 10 měsíci

      Bro let’s go! Super stoked for you!

  • @Kira2991
    @Kira2991 Před 9 měsíci

    Bro you’re amazing. Thank you 🙏

  • @Desmondtiny
    @Desmondtiny Před měsícem

    man the manner you teach is great I subscribe to see more of them keep going brother

  • @grimakastatik
    @grimakastatik Před 9 měsíci

    I love how you repeat the actions over and over again. After watching this video 5x I can hear your voice now lol great job. Now I feel more confident I won't die 😂

  • @onlymeentertainment
    @onlymeentertainment Před měsícem

    Thank you! About to buy a bike in a few weeks!

  • @realterror109
    @realterror109 Před 8 měsíci

    aye thanks man so helpful

  • @nelstadel9185
    @nelstadel9185 Před rokem +1

    Thanks so much my friend. You’re very good at teaching.

  • @desivuitton4401
    @desivuitton4401 Před 10 dny

    Step 1 : Release the throttle
    step 2: open clutch slowly
    step 3: kick up or down
    step 4: slowly close clutch while giving it gas
    Now ur set up for the next gear shift!
    Perfect! Ayeeeee.
    Yoo im ngl i feel super cool knowing this n learning what this stuff actually means all in under 15 min. Im binge watching ur videos studying like a freak cus i told my dad i knew how to ride a motorcycle n he actually bought me one. SoCal rider B ur the best 🫶🏽🫶🏽. I’ll b back to comment when I do good on my permit test :)

    • @desivuitton4401
      @desivuitton4401 Před 10 dny

      Like bro I didn’t even kno where the gear shift lever was before watching ur vids now ik how to change gear shifts .

  • @Ricky94H
    @Ricky94H Před 2 lety +2

    SoCal Rider B, your videos are easy to follow. Thanks for the content.

  • @duanestiles4821
    @duanestiles4821 Před rokem

    Great job on the tutorial vid keep the great job

  • @AngelaDod96
    @AngelaDod96 Před 3 měsíci

    I want to buy a bike and I was worried about the gears, this video it’s going to help me a lot when the times comes. Thank you!

  • @darkghost3994
    @darkghost3994 Před 8 měsíci

    thanks for you videos ,im thinking in going school to learn more ,but this videos help a lot

  • @thegoat5587
    @thegoat5587 Před 10 měsíci

    I did my practical test in a petrol car (manual gear) and i currently drive a diesel van (manual gear). Besides, i have been riding a bicycle to go to school since i was 16. Now, i have already made a learner application for a motorcycle.

  • @nendoboiph3839
    @nendoboiph3839 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you good sir! Learned a alot

  • @timnb0340
    @timnb0340 Před 3 měsíci

    im planning to get my license and this really helps, thankyou sir!!

  • @edsyfi1812
    @edsyfi1812 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Clear easy explanation, no fluff, thank you sir

  • @austinoquinn815
    @austinoquinn815 Před 8 měsíci

    Great resource

  • @Narutokun1545
    @Narutokun1545 Před 4 měsíci

    You certainly make it look pretty easy to ride a manual. I was planning on getting an automatic because I was scared that manual would be hard. But maybe I'll reconsider and do manual.

  • @tybgycfmb8697
    @tybgycfmb8697 Před 3 měsíci

    Really helpful. Thank you Sir! Happy riding :)

  • @bcifuentes82
    @bcifuentes82 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Just bought my first motorcycle. Iron 883. So thank you for this video. I appreciate it. Oh, and I am freakin excited!!!

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před 9 měsíci

      Bryan have you completed training yet?

  • @aymeii5275
    @aymeii5275 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you!

  • @yreckless3713
    @yreckless3713 Před rokem +1

    man, big fan from chian, i have been seeing dozens of videos about how to shift about no one makes more clear than your videos, thanks you so much for your content, it is really helped me a lot!!!

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před rokem

      Glad to help! Thanks for the love and good luck

  • @MegaGambler
    @MegaGambler Před rokem +1

    I am doing my full license now, thanks for big help mate !!!

  • @horacioparraguirre7486
    @horacioparraguirre7486 Před 6 měsíci

    Thanks a lot for your video it's so instructive, beneficial and meanincful not only for beginners but for e everybody

  • @Valkomerenn
    @Valkomerenn Před 4 měsíci

    Yes very helpful!

  • @JennKnuth
    @JennKnuth Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thanks for this vid! Just got my endorsement but this definitely helps establishes that skill.

  • @SimonMGhostAcardia117
    @SimonMGhostAcardia117 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Dawg I’m from the Netherlands and I recently started to get some lessons and I have some problems with shifting. This videos is everything I need every single detail is perfect thank you for this men 🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @derekcollinsbrereton-andre7204

    Cool man, great explaining.........gonna get the Kawasaki!!!!!! and practice!!!!!!!!!

  • @k0ndz1u_aimbot
    @k0ndz1u_aimbot Před 10 měsíci

    thanks bro you help me i love you

  • @dark3l192
    @dark3l192 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Aight man Thank you for this video, i got some confidence and btw your voice is cool

  • @JeriDro
    @JeriDro Před měsícem +1

    thanks for being a teacher

  • @migz101199
    @migz101199 Před 14 dny

    you made it that simple for me

  • @ugurhdr6538
    @ugurhdr6538 Před 6 měsíci

    I am about to buy my first motorcycle. your videos have helped me a lot. riding a motorcycle is not so scary for me anymore :D greetings from turkey.

  • @Max-sb4dk
    @Max-sb4dk Před rokem +1

    Great video man!

  • @MrAlexandr561
    @MrAlexandr561 Před rokem

    nice thank you

  • @DrKniz
    @DrKniz Před rokem +1

    Hi I just found your channel. Great stuff for those learning to ride. Subscribed!!!

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před rokem

      Thanks for the sub. Silly happy to have you here

  • @Christopher-gh5gz
    @Christopher-gh5gz Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks bro I take your advice. I never rode a motorcycle in my life. I'm 40 years Old, i've i always been interested.

  • @_ephraim6726
    @_ephraim6726 Před 9 měsíci

    You're a real one💯

  • @fudgeducati5832
    @fudgeducati5832 Před rokem +1

    Awesome tutorial video bro! Keep it up, you just got a new subscriber here 🙂

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před rokem +1

      Dude thank you for the love and support

  • @simonmay4181
    @simonmay4181 Před rokem +1

    Thanks bro the way u show us an teach us it so simple and easy to understand keep it up bro your doing good 👍

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před rokem

      Thank you for that. I’m super happy this helps

  • @flintsky4152
    @flintsky4152 Před 9 měsíci

    Bro I plan to go to driving school but 😁 u are here at the right time tq so much brother

  • @SalahEd25
    @SalahEd25 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you

  • @NebulaKnightsCollective
    @NebulaKnightsCollective Před měsícem

    wow, This explanation is super super cool, keep it up bro♥♥♥♥♥♥

  • @nightmarefuel9216
    @nightmarefuel9216 Před 7 měsíci

    I was planning on getting a hanway scrambler, I'm 14, so i can't ride a bike over 50cc yet. But this was really helpful, thanks.

  • @randompanda4649
    @randompanda4649 Před 6 měsíci

    Great vid boss

  • @Maysendit
    @Maysendit Před 2 měsíci +1

    I watched the video prior to this and I just want to say thank you. Thank you for including us women. All of the hobbies that I’ve ever enjoyed, I’ve always been told that it’s “for boys”. I use to ride dirt bikes when I was around 15 years old, so I needed a little refresher before I go take my class. I’m wanting to ride on the road and get a sport bike. I know this video is from a year ago, but if you see this. How was the 400 for you and do you wish that you had a 600? I hear a lot of good things about the 400, but I’m told to get a 600.

    • @socalriderb
      @socalriderb  Před 2 měsíci

      The 400 was cool. Happy I stared with that to ensure I had emotional control before I jumped on something bigger. Everyone is different though

    • @Maysendit
      @Maysendit Před měsícem

      @@socalriderbI ended up getting a 650 because when I sat on it, I felt like it was the one for me. I travelled around 60 miles in a single trip, super comfortable.

  • @nmlss62
    @nmlss62 Před 5 měsíci

    Appreciate you going back to explain the front brake is 70% of a motorcycles stopping power,…I spilled last summer in an emergency stop,…
    I just forgot that fact,…Lol,… 👍

  • @crumpt8187
    @crumpt8187 Před 6 měsíci

    i like this guy

  • @Kingnabor
    @Kingnabor Před rokem +6

    Make a video on quick shifts.

  • @FirstNationsPisces
    @FirstNationsPisces Před 2 měsíci +1

    I just about got the money to buy my 1st bike! Im biggest fear is the death wobble! I know there’s a thing you can put on it to help with that I can’t remember what it’s called but I’m gonna put one on for sure!

  • @tillerbean
    @tillerbean Před 2 lety +2

    great video for all those aspiring/new riders bro!

  • @Frankcg29
    @Frankcg29 Před 2 měsíci

    With your videos i will learn how to drive motorcycle 🏍 🙂

  • @dannunez6170
    @dannunez6170 Před 6 měsíci +1

    THIS GUY IS A GOD EXPLAINING IT!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @kadenmiddleton377
    @kadenmiddleton377 Před měsícem

    After having a bike for about 9 months and ~750 miles (max) ridden senior year of high school, I sold my bike before moving states for college. Graduated college last may and looking at getting a bike again after close to 5 years off. These vids are helping so much w/ rebuilding my confidence as I get closer to actually purchasing another bike. Still not sure how I'll handle a test ride because I'll want to practice in a parking lot before getting on public roads and going through all the gears but after watching these I feel a lot more confident I'll be able to find a way to get it done safely.
    One question - and I know this is an old video so not really expecting a reply but still curious - I don't think you mentioned braking during the downshifting process. Is this because it should be common sense that you would be applying slight brake pressure to decelerate leading to downshifting or do you just primarily release throttle to slow down a bit and engine brake by downshifting?
    Thanks for the great videos!

  • @McGuest405
    @McGuest405 Před 5 měsíci

    Omg I Love these videos so much i subscribed to you im only a kid but when i get older im going to get a Kawasaki Ninja 400 because i love these motorcycles so much so yeah im going to get a Kawasaki Ninja 400 when im older for my primary vehicle .

  • @MILITARYMOTO
    @MILITARYMOTO Před 8 měsíci +1

    I am in San Diego I'm about to take the BRC in DEC....sadly none of my friends have a motorcycle I can practice on...if you ever in san diego would definitely appreciate a coach/friend be safe out their

  • @jesusrosa8019
    @jesusrosa8019 Před 7 měsíci

    Thanks