While applying the rear brake in a motorcycle we should be holding the clutch, but what about the front disc brake while applying that should the clutch be held?
The clutch should ONLY be used to change gears, and never to be used while braking except when you have gone down to 1st gear and want to stop. The engine has compression which on a closed throttle reduces the bikes speed. Try it by first closing the throttle in gear and then again when you pull the clutch in and you will see how the engine is used to slow you down. Combine the engine compression with your brakes and you will stop faster, in less distance and safer. Whoever told you to apply the clutch while braking with the front, rear or both brakes was either pulling your leg or simply has no idea of riding a bike safely. If he was pulling your leg it could at some time make the difference you need to stop safely
Basicly what the other guy said. You should only use the clutch when you are changing gear, stoping or mostly on a dirt bike, going to skid the back wheel on purpose
