DCT Vs Manual: Is Clutchless killing Motorcycle Culture?

Since the dawn of the internal combustion engine, the motorcycle clutch has served a crucial purpose. This video explores the long-standing role of the motorcycle clutch, a fundamental component for any new rider. We also dive into the staggering sales data behind automatic motorcycles, questioning if the manual transmission is becoming an endangered species and examining if the 'soul' of riding can survive without traditional clutch control. Are clutchless motorcycles ruining the sport or saving it? As manufacturers like Honda, BMW, Yamaha, and KTM systematically delete the clutch lever, we have to ask if we are dumbing down motorcycling or simply evolving.In this video, I’m diving into the staggering sales data behind automatic motorcycles. With a 70% take rate on the Honda Rebel 1100 and Gold Wing, the "real rider" manual transmission is quickly becoming an endangered species. I’ve spent the last two years testing Honda DCT, the new E-Clutch system, Yamaha Y-AMT, and BMW’s Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) to see if the "soul" of riding can survive without a clutch cable. Understanding the core function of the motorcycle clutch is fundamental for every rider. Since the internal combustion engine's advent the essential 'motorcycle riding tips' were focused on 'clutch control' for both seasoned and 'new rider' alike. #Motorcycles #automaticmotorcycle #hondadct #eclutch #YamahaYAMT #BMWASA #MotorcycleTech #CanyonChasers #ridereducation #manualvsautomatic 0:00 The Mechanical Filter 0:31 The Optional Left Hand 1:52 A Full-Scale Mechanical Coup 3:03 The Staggering Sales Data 4:26 Why This is Entirely Our Fault 5:57 An Aging Tribe 7:06 The Logic of a New Generation 7:37 Manufacturers are Not Sentimental 8:30 A Strange Hill to Die On 9:56 What is Worth Holding Onto? Patreon:   / canyonchasers   📨 Join our email list: https://www.canyonchasers.net/email/ ☕️ Buy me a Coffee; https://ko-fi.com/canyonchasers 💬 Join our Discord Server:   / discord   Cardo Systems: https://tinyurl.com/42x9knvc Coupon Code: RideWell Insta360: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_t... Yamaha Champions Riding School: https://ridelikeachampion.com/ Coupon Code: FOCUS Favorite Motorcycle Accessories: Tech Air 5 Plasma Air Bag Vest: https://imp.i104546.net/L0XqM0 Kriega R22 Backback: https://imp.i104546.net/qzbg2N Kriega US-20 Drypack (tailbag): https://imp.i104546.net/jeo1O6 Nelson Rigg Commuter Tail Bag: https://imp.i104546.net/XmD1Xb ROK Straps: https://imp.i104546.net/GKzDZ9 Helmets I Love: Alpinestars Supertech R7: https://imp.i104546.net/B50JLB Arai XD (Adventure): https://imp.i104546.net/e1Vn0D Gloves I Love: SPX: https://imp.i104546.net/APJKgK Moblast Water Proof: https://imp.i104546.net/3kexvn GP Plus: https://imp.i104546.net/dO1ROW SPX Air: https://imp.i104546.net/APJKgK Boots I Love: SP-X Boa Drystar: https://imp.i104546.net/enKMYQ SMX (All Around/Sport): https://imp.i104546.net/kOB46z Tech 7 (Off Road): https://imp.i104546.net/9L5V7W Jackets I Love: Andes Pro Drystar XF (all season): https://imp.i104546.net/NGkDaq Cusco Drystar (Just super cool!): https://imp.i104546.net/jRr3dM Borrego Drysta (hot weather)r: https://imp.i104546.net/7aWO7r Blacktrack (Classic Leather): https://imp.i104546.net/XmD47a Pants I Love: Andes Pro Drystar XF (all season): https://imp.i104546.net/OYrQqZ Borrego Drystar (hot weather): https://imp.i104546.net/VOmeP6 Visit us: http://www.canyonchasers.net/ Ride with us: https://www.apextrackdays.com/ or the ART: https://utahsba.com/schools/ ------- Merchandise: https://canyonchasers-shop.fourthwall... Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/canyoncha... Donate: https://www.paypal.me/canyonchasers ------- P.O. Box 91191 Salt Lake City, UT 84109 [email protected]