Clutch Control

Sub Skill 2 of 6

Why it matters

The clutch is precision traction. It meters torque finer than your throttle hand can.

Zero → Max progression

• Zero: feel the engagement point; smooth take‑offs
• Base: friction‑zone riding at sub‑walking speed in 2nd gear
• Applied: time preload + clutch pop to lift the front a few inches
• Advanced: hold traction on climbs and in rocks with minimal heat

Principles

Steady throttle; clutch does the shaping. Two‑finger control; relax the rest of the hand.

Drills

• 30–50 m creeps in 2nd gear
• Front‑end micro‑lifts with immediate rear‑brake cover
• Figure‑eights using clutch to calm the bike

Errors

Lurching, smell (overheating), slipping instead of committing on climbs.

Safety

Space attempts; let the clutch cool.