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Old Dec 29, 2008 | 07:24 PM
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I have a "02 Sportster 883/1200 with 12k miles on it. The bike has ran great until yesterday I had a problem getting the bike into 3rd gear about every other time and once or twice into 4th. She doesn't grind or make funny noises when it does go into gear. I just have to pull up with my foot twice to get her in there. I was hoping to get some idea of what to check before I took it into a HD dealer and take a bath!
I am brand new (IGNORANT) to the motorcycle experience and I'm not sure what to check first. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
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Old Dec 29, 2008 | 07:36 PM
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Welcome from Dallas,TX.. [I] am sure you will get plenty help on the Sporty section. Lots of good info and help on this site!
 
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