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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 04:54 PM
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Default Shift ROD & Shift LEVERS

I spread my shift rod out to the max and set both shift levers as low as they can go (almost flat).A lot less free play, shifts are quicker and crisper and I barely have to lift my heel/toe to shift. The bike even feels even more responsive, shifts smoother and requires much less effort. My left boot is happy! [sm=smiley33.gif]

 
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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 05:15 PM
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Default RE: Shift ROD & Shift LEVERS

Are you still using the stock POS shift rod or did you go with something stouter?

I replaced the stock with the lowest price plain one that uses the ball joint after buddy had the stock one come apart late at night while out on the road.

Took quite a bit of zip ties, duct tape, and tie wire to get him home.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 05:19 PM
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Still using the stocker. I check the whole shifting assembly from time to time to make sure everthing stays snug.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 05:32 PM
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Default RE: Shift ROD & Shift LEVERS

He had about 10K on the stock on and the rod separated from the pivot at one end.

But then he is into being a bit forceful when he shifts. [:@]
 
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