joebedford wrote:
FunWW wrote:
joebedford wrote:
TugCE wrote:
When it comes time to back your bike out and down the ramp, leave the engine off and put the trans in First Gear. This way you can use the Clutch as a back break while going down the ramp.
I totally agree with using the clutch instead of the brakes. However, I totally DISAGREE with leaving the engine off. If you do that, you run the risk of turning the engine backwards which could seriously hurt things.
Help me understand why you should NOT use your brakes backing out...:?
Maybe I will learn something here...
If you try to use your REAR brake you have your foot off the ramp = bad stability.
If you try to use your FRONT brake, it will slide, especially if the ramp is damp.
That makes sense, especially if you have a steep ramp. Mine is not very steep at all, I doubt a bike in my TH would have a problem like that. But in a tall FW, probably.
