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Old 10-09-2008, 08:34 PM   #1
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Old 10-09-2008, 08:35 PM   #2
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Seems pointless unless you are a pro.
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Old 10-09-2008, 09:01 PM   #3
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Seems pointless unless you are a pro.

It might seem that way, but a lot of guys try it and like it. However, it's difficult to go back to a "regular" bike after you've been riding one with GP shift for a long time. Just ask DLIT.
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Old 10-09-2008, 09:27 PM   #4
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and it keeps people from riding off with your bike... just ask Trip... though they do end up hiding it in the bushes...
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Old 10-09-2008, 09:36 PM   #5
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It might seem that way, but a lot of guys try it and like it. However, it's difficult to go back to a "regular" bike after you've been riding one with GP shift for a long time. Just ask DLIT.
Like it as a preference or like it because there is some advantage?

If there is something I am missing please let me know.........
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Old 10-09-2008, 09:37 PM   #6
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I use it, I like it. It's good for track because when you are upshifting out of a corner it is much easier to press down than reach under and pull up. Especially in a left turn where you might not have the clearance to reach under.
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to be honest... it always seemed GP shift was the comon sense way of shifting... just me...

infact when first learning how to shift i had to remember to pull up to go fast (next gear)
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Old 10-09-2008, 09:46 PM   #8
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So how is the learning curve switching from regular to GP?
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Old 10-09-2008, 09:48 PM   #9
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So how is the learning curve switching from regular to GP?
annoying
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Old 10-09-2008, 10:07 PM   #10
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Kevin Schwantz used standard shift.

If he uses it it's good enough for me.
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