Do You Need to Throttle When Starting a Motorcycle?
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Whether you need to throttle when starting a motorcycle depends on the condition of the bike. If the idle speed is properly adjusted, you generally don't need to throttle when starting. Motorcycle Riding Precautions: Safety comes first when riding. Every rider should always be responsible for their own actions and safety. Both riders and passengers must wear proper motorcycle safety gear, and riders must carry their respective motorcycle driver's license and vehicle registration. Riding Tips: When riding between two rows of parked cars in a parking lot, be cautious of cars reversing. During traffic jams or when waiting at a red light, don't get too close to the vehicle in front. Maintain at least one motorcycle-length distance and avoid occupying the center of the road. Instead, align yourself parallel to the left wheel of the vehicle in front to promptly spot road hazards like potholes, oil spills, or puddles.
Applying throttle properly during takeoff is indeed crucial. Having ridden motorcycles for several years, I've always considered throttle control as the key step in starting off. Every time I prepare to ride out, especially on manual transmission models, if I don't gently press the throttle while engaging the semi-clutch, the bike tends to stall easily. I remember when I first learned to ride, due to nervousness, I would release the clutch without giving throttle, resulting in jerky movements and stalling - several times I got honked at by vehicles behind me at intersections. With more practice later, I learned to first pull the clutch lever firmly, gently twist the throttle to maintain engine RPM around 2000, then gradually release the clutch - this makes for much smoother starts. Wet weather or hill starts require even more throttle involvement, otherwise insufficient power may cause rollback. Developing this habit in daily riding can reduce mechanical issues and benefit motorcycle longevity. Don't underestimate this detail - it directly relates to safety and riding experience. I recommend beginners practice more to master this rhythm.
