So when I brake, I first hold the clutch to take the power away and then I start braking. The problem is when I try to accelerate again, it takes about 5 seconds for the motorcycle to start moving while giving throttle. Because this is my first bike I don't know if this is normal or not. I'm worried I might be damaging the motorcycle somehow. I do not downshift while doing this. I have a 2018 Ninja 400 ABS. Also I read that the model from this year has problems with the clutch slipping but I don't know what that means. Thanks for the help.
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The description in the second sentence is characteristic of a slipping clutch. Your last sentence supports this concept.
In this circumstance, it is good that you are not downshifting during this process, as it will accelerate the damage (increased wear) to the clutch plates. F Dryer is correct that it's not necessary to disengage the clutch if you are simply slowing.
If you've read that this model has problems, consider to follow through to correct the slipping clutch. You should experience movement well before you have completely disengaged the clutch, not five seconds after the action is completed.
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