2. Pull in the clutch lever. The clutch lever is typically located on the left handlebar. Pull it all the way in until you feel it click into place. This disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing you to safely shift gears.
3. Press down on the gearshift lever. The gearshift lever is located on the left footpeg. Press down on it with your foot to engage first gear.
4. Release the clutch lever slowly while applying throttle. Once the gearshift lever is all the way down, slowly release the clutch lever with your left hand while applying throttle with your right hand. As the clutch engages, you will feel the engine start to pull the bike forward.
Here are some tips for shifting into first gear on a motorcycle:
* Make sure you are completely stopped before shifting. If you shift while moving, you could damage your motorcycle's transmission.
* Pull in the clutch lever all the way. If the clutch is not fully engaged, you will not be able to shift gears.
* Press down on the gearshift lever firmly. If you do not press down on the gearshift lever all the way, you may not engage first gear properly.
* Release the clutch lever slowly while applying throttle. If you release the clutch lever too quickly, the bike may jerk or stall.
