Can anyone tell me how to perform compression braking in a motorcycle. I need a step by step explanation.
Thanks
2007-10-16 04:27:02 · 7 answers · asked by samira H 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
This is what I am doing when compression braking. I think it's wrong though.
I downshift first.
Then release the clutch.
Then I close the throtle and at the same time I pull in the cluth half way.( Which I don't know if this is right)
Then I apply the rear brake.
Can anyone correct me if I am doing any of the steps wrong.
Thanks
2007-10-16 06:45:56 · update #1
Basically, you're using the engine's compression to help slow the bike.
I do this all the time. Might as well use all this compression for SOMETHING besides chewing up starters/batteries.
When I'm rolling up to a red light, (one that's already red, not changing to red on me) I get off the gas, downshift a gear, let out the clutch at a moderate rate (not allow it to "pop" out).
I keep doing this until I'm down to 2nd gear, at which time I'll start applying the brakes, BOTH front and rear.
2007-10-17 03:04:40 · answer #1 · answered by strech 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Compression braking is using the compression of the engine to slow you down. This is much more effective as you down-shift because you are increasing the RPM of the engine with no added fuel or air. The engine fights against this. A prime example of compression braking is a semi. Since they usediesel engines (very high compression, sometimes as much as 25:1) compression braking is very effective. They call this a "jake brake". If you live next to an interstate or have heard this, it can be very loud and sometimes frightning if you are not expecting it. In fact it is so loud many communtities have law passed against it. You may see signs signifying "NO ENGINE BRAKING".
2-stroke engines comparatively to 4-stroke and diesels have the least amount of engine braking.
2007-10-16 13:28:32 · answer #2 · answered by Jim L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Compression braking is just another name for Engine braking,where you let off the throttle or downshift and let off the throttle.You have probably done it a thousand times without realising.For smooth braking on the approach to a junction You would let off the throttle and as the rev's decrease drop her down to a lower gear and so on,also using the front brake when neededIt keeps everything smooth and under control.
2007-10-16 17:21:21 · answer #3 · answered by Ninky Nonk---In The Night Garden 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do as you are, BUT :
#1 don't close the throttle all the way. Use it to regulate your speed.
#2 DON'T pull the clutch in 1/2 way.
Don't worry about the "no engine braking" signs. Those are meant for the large deisel trucks. They have a special engine braking system (aka Jake brake) that can be very loud.
2007-10-16 17:45:01 · answer #4 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just shift down a gear and don't use any throttle, that is compression braking.
2007-10-16 12:32:11 · answer #5 · answered by david d 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Down Shift
2007-10-16 11:36:28 · answer #6 · answered by david786 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all compression braking is,when you use lower gear to slow you down.get it wrong and you will lock back wheel.
2007-10-16 11:33:38 · answer #7 · answered by madproffeser 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋