Transmission "Cluck"
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From: In The Corn, Illinois
If it's clunking while slowing down when down shifting it means that you are kicking down before your transmission is ready. Wait until you are at a slower speed to down shift and see if it still does it.
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That clunk is the sound of determination. That trans is a very solid unit that will not fail you. Some call it "agricultural"...more like a tractor. I miss the clunk when I ride my wife's Ducati or Triumph. I rode Hondas for years long ago...once you get used to the clunk you will come to love it and its reassurance that you are where you want to be.
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From: In the foothills of southwestern NC - US of A
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Road Master
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From: OK
Thanks everyone for the assurance. I've had my fluids changed once. I'm coming up on 3000 miles soon. I just wasn't sure if something hadn't worn in properly or not while I was doing the "break in". I'm glad to hear this is a normal thing. I'll stay on top of my maintenance. I plan on keeping this bike until I kick the bucket!
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