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Gearbox, clutch, chain
Gearbox, clutch, chain — step 2 of 5 in How Motorcycles Actually Work. Clutch disconnects engine from gearbox so you can shift. Gears multiply torque. Chain or belt final drive spins the rear wheel.
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Clutch disconnects engine from gearbox so you can shift. Gears multiply torque. Chain or belt final drive spins the rear wheel.
Slack and lubrication on chains matter — dry chains eat sprockets.
Pro tip: Neutral is a gear position — not 'engine off.'
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