Re: Help with basic Bike Riding

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Re: Help with basic Bike Riding

1) With the configuration on your bike - shifting is a matter of prefference. There is no mechanical reason you have to use the heal shifter, and I know a lot of people on smaller bikes who just remove the heel portion of the shifter so it doesn't get in the way.

But, a lot of people find them more comfortable, and they will save the toes of your shoes. But, I do recomend getting used to just toe shifting as well. Most motorcycles use that and it will make riding other bikes more natural to you.

2) The biggest issue with the false gear changes just go to expiernence with the bike and shifting. Some give a nice solid detent when they get in the right gear, some you will barely notice it and you just have to get a feel for how much movement the shift mechanism needs.

In the same way, neutral can be really hard, or really easy to get. Again, bike and practice will be a big factor in this regard. The longer you ride your bike, the less you will be thinking and the more you will just be doing. At that point, you will laugh about the missed gear changes and everything else you go through when getting comfortable on a bike.

3) It depends?

That ends up being the worst answer - but generally the best answer to almost any question. The best RPM for each gear will depend on what is important to you - beyond just the difference between different bikes. The lowest RPM to maintain the speed and not have the engine stall out on you will provide the best fuel economy. However, if you need to quickly accelerate you may need to drop a gear or even two in order to have the torque needed to get out of the way of a truck or around traffic. Higher RPMs will give more playful response to the throttle, but it comes at the expense of fuel efficiency.

Re: Help with basic Bike Riding

Honda Shine, man it's a wonderful bike. I owned one from 2008 to 2018. It was so good, I still miss it. I have to say it's engine is very smooth and the pickup is real good. Just take your time with it, and you'll understand the character of the bike. I'd also suggest Ceat Gripp/ XL 3-18 tyres for the rear. I used them since 2012.