Is the motorcycle clutch on the left or right hand?
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Motorcycle clutch is located on the left handlebar, while the brake is in front of the right foot pedal. Function of motorcycle clutch: To transmit or cut off power transmission between the engine crankshaft and gearbox, enabling gear shifting and matching transmission speed at different times. Methods to determine clutch wear: When the engine speed remains unchanged, a noticeable decrease in driving speed compared to before is felt; while driving, it's observed that although engine speed increases, vehicle speed changes insignificantly; when the main stand is raised to lift the rear wheel off the ground, engaging first gear while maintaining slight throttle and slowly pressing the rear brake pedal, the rear wheel begins to brake noticeably but engine speed doesn't decrease significantly; when changing engine oil, if the black oil contains some gray substances, it can be determined as clutch wear.
I've always ridden motorcycles, with the clutch lever on the left handlebar and the right hand controlling the throttle and front brake. This design makes sense—the left hand can independently operate the clutch for shifting, while the right hand focuses on speed control, making the coordination smoother. It might feel tricky at first, but with a few practice runs, it becomes second nature, especially in city traffic where smooth clutch and gear shifts with the left hand make riding much safer. Just remember not to operate with one hand—it’s easy to make mistakes that way.
