1rst gear is so low that occasionally I take off in second. Since the bike is lighter then the regular wing, and also I don't ride double, it seems to accelerate fine once in motion. Wondering if anyone else does this and if you think it lugs the engine too much?
I also take off in second gear, 1st gear to me is not needed to often.
and that way you dont hit the neutral
I haven't tried this yet, do you have to ride the clutch any to get it off from a stop?
Just a little, not real bad.
I use 1st, but hardly ever do more than 'just get it rolling' before I hit 2nd.
I don't ride the clutch if I don't give it too much fuel initially. Just gently bring it up to speed. If Im on an incline, I definitely use 1rst gear. Most of the time, starting off in second brings me up to highway speed much quicker, 1rst gear is so low I feel I might get creamed from the rear.
You guys are missing the fun of winding it up and feeling the power! Not saying to abuse it, just feel the rush. 1st gear is the one that gives it the motion.cueman
I always take off in second gear. The only time I really put the bike in first gear is when I'm about to shut it off, that's it. Taking off in second gear gives me that immediate acceleration that I need to distance myself from the others.
Mel
Originally Posted by mel1973
I am going to keep my opinions on this matter to myself, as...it your your bike...and you can ride it anyway you want to.
I am with you on this oneI am going to keep my opinions on this matter to myself, as...it your your bike...and you can ride it anyway you want to.
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