What action is used to shift to a higher gear?

• A. Squeeze the clutch lever, then lift the gearshift lever.
• B. Squeeze the clutch lever, then press the gearshift lever.
• C. Release throttle.
• D. Tap brakes.

Answer: (A)

To shift to a higher gear, you need to briefly disconnect the engine from the transmission and then select the next gear with the gearshift lever. Squeezing the clutch lever does this disengagement, and lifting the gearshift lever moves the transmission into the next higher gear. After that, you smoothly re-engage the clutch and roll on the throttle.

This sequence is essential for a clean upshift and to avoid gear grinding. Releasing the throttle alone doesn’t change gears, and tapping brakes isn’t related to gear selection. Shifting without using the clutch won’t properly engage the next gear either.