shifting issues update
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Make sure it's not tight on the wrong side of the adjuster..I've seen that happen.
And while you're down there I'd strongly suggest making you cable housing a little longer to give the lever more bite in disengaging the clutch, I bet that'll fix your issue.
And while you're down there I'd strongly suggest making you cable housing a little longer to give the lever more bite in disengaging the clutch, I bet that'll fix your issue.
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adjustments
I would try adjusting fluid level in the primary and trying a little different of a clutch adjustment. Some bikes like a tighter spec on clutch adjust and some like a little looser.
Same with primary, mine shifts best a couple ounces less than what the manual calls for, and I still get plenty of primary fluid (15w-50) throwing around in there.
The above two items don't cost anything but a little oil, and if it solves the problem, then great. If not, move on to the other items suggested here. YD
Same with primary, mine shifts best a couple ounces less than what the manual calls for, and I still get plenty of primary fluid (15w-50) throwing around in there.
The above two items don't cost anything but a little oil, and if it solves the problem, then great. If not, move on to the other items suggested here. YD
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I will give that a shot
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I am will to try whatever it takes...
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Getting a lot of good feed back and am interested to give it all a look....experience can never be beat...i appreciate all
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I have not at this point but am going to consider all...
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I would do that first as it is easier to reach than the tranny.
And since you are in there anyway I would upgrade the fibers to some good Barnett ones.
And since you are in there anyway I would upgrade the fibers to some good Barnett ones.
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I've been chasing a hard downshift from 5th to 4th since I've had mine. New cables, many different clutch cable adjustment methods, fluid levels, etc. Still have the issue only shifting down from 5th to 4th. I'm not Hijacking the thread, I've had plenty of feedback on my issue, and tried them all. Just curious how this turns out for you.
I've been chasing a hard downshift from 5th to 4th since I've had mine. New cables, many different clutch cable adjustment methods, fluid levels, etc. Still have the issue only shifting down from 5th to 4th. I'm not Hijacking the thread, I've had plenty of feedback on my issue, and tried them all. Just curious how this turns out for you.
