Just the opposite, especially on start straights. When accelerating hard for any distance, maximum speed/acceleration is achieved by keeping the throttle pinned and tapping the clutch as you shift. Many bikes will not shift under full power if you don't use the clutch. Some bikes will not shift under full power even if you do use the clutch (like my 90 YZ250)._JOE_ said:Just don't shift while you are on the gas. That WILL NOT be ok. I dont clutch when accelerating hard, which happens like twice a year. ;)
High Lord Gomer said:Why do people want to not use the clutch? If the reason is they don't have enough control over the bike while using one or two fingers on the clutch, then their lack of control is the issue to be addressed.
Why not use it?
Ouch! If I can borrow a bike I'll prove it to you. You'll have to come down here though, as I'm already booked for the 3 days of riding season you guys have up there. :nener:_JOE_ said:I let off for a split second when I shift. I can't imagine it slows me down any more than using the clutch would. I would think it slows you down more to use the clutch as it probly takes as long to pull the lever in as it does for me to complete the shift. But whatever, do what makes ya happy. And hey Gomer, at least I have a bike to shift! :nener:
Lol, I take it you've spent some time around here. Day 1 of our is usually too muddy to have any fun, day 2 is prime, day 3 is so dry and dusty you can't breath. :(High Lord Gomer said:Ouch! If I can borrow a bike I'll prove it to you. You'll have to come down here though, as I'm already booked for the 3 days of riding season you guys have up there. :nener:
allangee said:but I use the clutch more for down shifts than up. Don't know why -- just feels right.