Is shifting up on a motorcycle done by moving the gear lever up or down?

[DelAdam]

Forward to shift up, backward to shift down. For sequential shifting: forward to shift up 0-1-2-3-4-5, backward to shift down 5-4-3-2-1-0. When riding a motorcycle, after confirming the dashboard is on, ensure the gear is in N (neutral). If the motorcycle starts in a gear other than N, don't panic. While holding the clutch, use your left foot to press the gear lever step by step until confirming it's in first gear, then gently lift the lever with your foot. Motorcycle gears come in two types: 1. Sequential shifting: Commonly found in domestic motorcycles. Sequential shifting involves shifting up by moving forward and down by moving backward, with gears cycling through each other. 2. International shifting: Often used in joint-venture motorcycles. International shifting follows 1-0-2-3-4-5, where moving forward from neutral engages first gear, backward engages second gear, and fifth gear cannot be exceeded. To shift from first or second gear back to neutral, press lightly.