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How do you normally shift gears on a motorcycle?
- A.With the gear shift lever operated by the left foot, while using the clutch
- B.With a lever operated by the right foot only
- C.By twisting the left handgrip
- D.Automatically, by squeezing the front brake
Correct answer
A. With the gear shift lever operated by the left foot, while using the clutch
Why
Gears are shifted with the lever at the left foot while you operate the clutch with your left hand. Coordinating clutch, throttle, and shift lever makes shifts smooth.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) / DPS Motorcycle Program - Shifting Gears · From the Texas Motorcycle Permit practice bank (TXM-016).