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Downshifting problem . . . I need advice . . HELP!

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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 07:16 PM
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Default RE: Downshifting problem . . . I need advice . . HELP!


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I haven't owned a bike where if I stopped in a 3rd or higher that it shifted cleanly down to 1st without working the clutch a little to get the dogs to engage...
A agree with you.However, this was a different issue. The lever was actually sticking down. Once I knew that, it was an easy fix. Several members got it right and believe it or not . . . the dealer got it right too (on the phone). Latus Motors in Portland has been a dream to work with.

Thanks for the input anyway.
Steve
 
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