While descending a hill or shifting into first gear, what might you need to do?
Before changing to a lower gear, ensure that your speed is slow enough to allow for a safe shift. Attempting to downshift at high speeds can cause the motorcycle to jerk and the rear wheel to slide. When descending a hill or switching to first gear, slowing down with the brakes may be necessary to maintain control before downshifting.
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